MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026

MSI
76 Overall Score
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ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

ASUS
100 Overall Score

What Buyers Say

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026

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ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

95 out of 100 high confidence 31 reviews

The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27UCDMG is overwhelmingly praised as a top-tier gaming monitor, with users highlighting its stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality, deep blacks, vibrant colors, and buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate. Verified buyers consistently call it the best monitor they've ever used, noting excellent build quality and responsiveness. Minor drawbacks include a glossy screen that can reflect light, potential text clarity issues due to the subpixel layout, and a lack of included VESA screws, but these are far outweighed by the exceptional gaming and media experience. The Neo Proximity Sensor and OLED Care features provide peace of mind against burn-in, making it a highly recommended investment for enthusiasts.

Pros
  • Stunning 4K QD-OLED picture quality
  • Deep blacks and vibrant colors
  • Buttery-smooth 240Hz refresh rate
  • Excellent build quality
  • Fast 0.03ms response time
Cons
  • Glossy screen causes reflections
  • Text clarity issues due to subpixel layout
  • No VESA screws included
  • VESA mount adds extra depth
  • Neo Proximity Sensor unreliable at times
👍 Picture quality 8
👍 Refresh rate and responsiveness 7
👍 Build quality 5
👍 Burn in protection 5
👍 Connectivity 4
👎 Glossy screen reflections 3

Scores

Gaming
MSI
73
ASUS
90
Professional
MSI
72
ASUS
90
Office
MSI
75
ASUS
90
Creative
MSI
69
ASUS
88
Entertainment
MSI
70
ASUS
81
Portable
MSI
27
ASUS
14

Specifications

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5"ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27"
Display
Size27"27"
Resolution3840 x 21603840 x 2160
Panel TypeQD-OLEDOLED
Aspect Ratio16:916:9
Curved✗✗
Screen Finish—glossy
Performance
Refresh Rate120 Hz240 Hz★
Response Time0.029999999329447746 ms0.029999999329447746 ms
Adaptive SyncFreeSync Premium ProFreeSync Premium Pro
Color & HDR
Brightness250 nits450 nits★
Color Gamut1.07 Billion99% DCI-P3, 145% sRGB
Color Depth10-bit10-bit
HDRDisplayHDR True Black 400DisplayHDR True Black 400
HDR SupportHDRHDR400
Connectivity
HDMI Ports22
DisplayPort11
USB-C11
Speakers✓★✗
Headphone Jack✓✓
Ergonomics
Height Adjustable✓✓
Tilt✓✓
Swivel✓✓
Pivot✓✓
VESA Mount100x100100x100
Features
Webcam✗✗
Touchscreen✗✗
PIP/PBP✓✓
Power—80W★
Weight2.99 kg★7.44 kg

Pros & Cons

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026

  • Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong performance (96th percentile)96th %ile
  • Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
  • Strong connectivity (88th percentile)88th %ile

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

  • Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong user sentiment (99th percentile)99th %ile
  • Strong performance (98th percentile)98th %ile
  • Strong display (98th percentile)98th %ile

Pricing

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026 is $219 cheaper (1.4x less).

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Matte Black 2026

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" BLACK 2025

Verdict

★ Winner: ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27"

Scores 100 overall, wins 5 of 6 usage categories and 3 of 29 specs.

MSI PRO MAX 271UPX12G 26.5" Better at:

Portable

ASUS ROG Strix XG27UCDMG 27" Better at:

GamingOfficeCreativeProfessionalEntertainment

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