ASUS MB169B+ 90LM0183-B01170 15.6" Black 2015
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
What Buyers Say
ASUS MB169B+ 90LM0183-B01170 15.6" Black 2015
The ASUS MB169B+ portable monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from verified buyers. Users praise its excellent image quality, easy plug-and-play setup via a single USB 3.0 cable, and lightweight, slim design that fits easily into a laptop bag. While the included case/stand is functional indoors, it is not very stable outdoors, and some users note the lack of an integrated stand as a minor drawback. Overall, it is highly recommended for business travelers and anyone needing a reliable secondary display.
Pros
- Excellent image quality
- Easy plug-and-play via single USB 3.0 cable
- Lightweight and slim design
- Good brightness for indoor use
- Matte screen reduces reflections
Cons
- Included case/stand not stable outdoors
- No integrated stand
- Slight input lag noticeable for gaming
- Battery drains slightly faster when connected
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
This 500Hz QD-OLED gaming monitor is overwhelmingly praised for its incredible speed, vibrant colors, and deep blacks, with many calling it a massive upgrade from IPS panels. Users highlight the DisplayPort 2.1, no-DSC capability, and useful features like KVM and USB-C power delivery. The only minor complaints are a stiff DisplayPort cable and some confusion about DP version and DSC requirements, but overall sentiment is extremely positive.
Pros
- 500Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant QD-OLED colors
- Deep blacks and contrast
- DisplayPort 2.1 support
- No DSC required
Cons
- Stiff DisplayPort cable
- Confusion about DP version
- DSC required for 500Hz
- No built-in speakers mentioned
Scores
Specifications
| ASUS MB169B+ 90LM0183-B01170 15.6" | MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 15.6" | 27" |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | QD-OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | — | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | glossy | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | — | 500 Hz★ |
| Response Time | — | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | G-Sync Compatible★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | — | 1000 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | — | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB |
| Color Depth | — | 10-bit★ |
| HDR | — | DisplayHDR True Black 500 |
| HDR Support | — | HDR |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | — | 1★ |
| DisplayPort | — | 1★ |
| USB-C | — | 1★ |
| Speakers | — | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | — | ✓★ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | — | ✓★ |
| Tilt | — | ✓★ |
| Swivel | — | ✓★ |
| Pivot | — | ✓★ |
| VESA Mount | — | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | — | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | — | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | — | ✓★ |
| Power | — | 250W★ |
| Weight | 0.80 kg★ | 8.16 kg |
Pros & Cons
ASUS MB169B+ 90LM0183-B01170 15.6" Black 2015
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong portability (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong social proof (85th percentile)85th %ile
- Below average connectivity (7th percentile)7th %ile
- Below average ergonomic (10th percentile)10th %ile
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
- Below average feature (21st percentile)
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
Pricing
ASUS MB169B+ 90LM0183-B01170 15.6" Black 2015 offers 3.3x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 16 of 29 specs.
