MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
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
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
The LG 45" UltraGear OLED Gaming Monitor is a high-end curved display with a 5K2K resolution and an 800R curvature. It offers impressive specs like a 0.03ms response time, up to 330Hz refresh rate, and versatile connectivity including DisplayPort 2.1 and USB-C with 90W power delivery. Users appreciate the built-in speakers and VESA compatibility for wall mounting. Overall, it is well-regarded for gaming and productivity, though the limited number of reviews prevents a definitive assessment.
Pros
- High 5K2K resolution
- Fast 0.03ms response time
- Up to 330Hz refresh rate
- Versatile connectivity options
- Built-in speakers
Cons
- Limited number of user reviews
- No detailed negative feedback available
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" | LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 44.5" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 5120 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED | OLED |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 21:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✓ |
| Curvature | — | 800 |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 500 Hz★ | 165 Hz |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | G-Sync Compatible★ | FreeSync Premium Pro |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 1000 nits | 1300 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 98%ADOBE RGB / 99% DCI-P3 /138% sRGB | 98.5% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 10-bit | 10-bit |
| HDR | DisplayHDR True Black 500 | DisplayHDR True Black 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR | HDR10★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 1 | 2★ |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1 | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | — | Thunderbolt 5 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓ | ✓ |
| Power | 250W | 66W★ |
| Weight | 8.16 kg★ | 14.00 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 (95th percentile)95th %ile
LG UltraGear 45GX950A-B 44.5" Black 2025
- Strong display (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong color (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong performance (97th percentile)97th %ile
Pricing
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 27" Metallic Black - RGB 2026 offers 2.1x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 100 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 5 of 31 specs.
