MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
What Buyers Say
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
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
This Samsung QD-OLED monitor receives overwhelmingly positive feedback for its stunning colors, deep blacks, and exceptional responsiveness. Users highlight the 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms response time as game-changers for competitive gaming, with many noting a noticeable improvement in gameplay. A few minor concerns include color fringing on text (typical for QD-OLED at 1440p) and occasional random flicker, but these are generally considered negligible. The build quality is praised as premium and sturdy, and the anti-glare coating is effective in most lighting conditions.
Pros
- Stunning vibrant colors
- Deep inky blacks
- 360Hz refresh rate
- 0.03ms response time
- Premium metal build quality
Cons
- Color fringing on text
- Occasional random flicker
- Limited menu customization
- Power cord is US plug (not EU)
- No mounting screws included
Scores
Specifications
| MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" | Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | OLED★ |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | matte |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 320 Hz | 360 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 0.5 ms | 0.029999999329447746 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits★ | 250 nits |
| Color Gamut | 129% sRGB | 99% DCI-P3 |
| Color Depth | 8-bit + FRC | 10-Bit★ |
| HDR | DisplayHDR 400 | HDR10+ |
| HDR Support | HDR400 | HDR10+★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C | 0 | 0 |
| Thunderbolt | — | 0 |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Headphone Jack | ✓ | ✓ |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | 100x100 |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | ✗ |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | ✗ |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | ✗ |
| Power | — | 140W★ |
| Weight | 9.30 kg | 6.90 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
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
Samsung Odyssey G60SD 27" Silver 2024
- Strong performance (100th percentile)100th %ile
- Strong social proof (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (91st percentile)91st %ile
Pricing
MSI MAG 274QRFW X32 27" White 2025 offers 1.7x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 94 overall, wins 6 of 6 usage categories and 8 of 30 specs.