Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 26.5" Black 2025
MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025
What Buyers Say
Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 26.5" Black 2025
This QD-OLED monitor delivers outstanding picture quality and color accuracy at a very competitive price, especially when bought on sale. Users praise its 240Hz refresh rate, glossy screen for vibrant HDR gaming, and elegant stand. While the built-in speakers are weak and it lacks DP 2.1, the overall value and performance are highly rated, with AI features noted as helpful for burn-in prevention.
Pros
- outstanding picture quality
- great color accuracy
- 240Hz refresh rate
- glossy screen for HDR
- elegant stand
Cons
- weak built-in speakers
- no DP 2.1 support
- glossy screen reflections in bright rooms
MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025
The MSI monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its picture quality, color accuracy, and high refresh rate of 320Hz, making it a great value for gaming. However, one verified review highlights serious issues with the audio output via the aux port, describing it as weak and tinny, and the included DisplayPort cable was defective. The RGB lighting on the back is considered useless by some. Overall, the monitor is praised for its performance and aesthetics, but potential buyers should be aware of the audio limitations.
Pros
- Excellent picture quality
- Vibrant colors
- High 320Hz refresh rate
- Great value for money
- Good build quality
Cons
- Weak audio via aux port
- Defective included DisplayPort cable
- Useless RGB lighting on back
- Slightly pricey
Scores
Specifications
| Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 26.5" | MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED★ | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 320 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ | 0.5 ms |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ | FreeSync |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 250 nits | 400 nits★ |
| Color Gamut | 99% DCI-P3 | 129% sRGB |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | 8-bit + FRC |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | DisplayHDR 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 1★ | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✓★ | ✗ |
| Power | 45W★ | — |
| Weight | 7.11 kg★ | 9.30 kg |
Pros & Cons
Gigabyte M Series OLED MO27U2 SA 26.5" Black 2025
- Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (92nd percentile)92nd %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025
- Strong performance (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
- Strong color (87th percentile)87th %ile
- Strong display (72nd percentile)
- Below average portability (13th percentile)13th %ile
Pricing
MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025 offers 1.9x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 90 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 29 specs.
