MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
Samsung S30GD 27" Black 2024
What Buyers Say
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
Samsung S30GD 27" Black 2024
The Samsung 27" S3 IPS monitor receives strong praise for its crisp picture quality, smooth 100Hz refresh rate, and easy setup. Users highlight its value for work and light gaming, though note the lack of built-in speakers and a power cord issue with open-box purchases. Overall, it is seen as a reliable, stylish monitor with excellent customer service support.
Pros
- Crisp picture quality
- Smooth 100Hz refresh rate
- Easy setup
- Slim and sleek design
- Great value for money
Cons
- No built-in speakers
- Power cord missing in open-box purchases
- Power jack faces wall when wall-mounted
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | Samsung S30GD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Curvature | — | 1,800 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 500 Hz★ | 100 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB | 72% CIE1931 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | None |
| HDR Support | HDR | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort | 1★ | 0 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Pivot | ✓★ | ✗ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 250W | 25W★ |
| Weight | 8.16 kg | 2.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung S30GD 27" Black 2024
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (89th percentile)89th %ile
- Strong feature (69th percentile)
- Strong portability (69th percentile)
- Below average color (17th percentile)17th %ile
Pricing
Samsung S30GD 27" Black 2024 offers 4.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 93 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 13 of 31 specs.
