BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
MSI G274QPF 9S6-3CC29H-063 27" 2024
What Buyers Say
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
The BenQ MA270U is overwhelmingly praised by Mac users for its exceptional color accuracy and sharpness, which closely matches Apple's Retina display. Reviewers highlight the easy USB-C connectivity, matte finish that reduces glare, and the value it offers at a fraction of the cost of Apple's own monitor. A few users note the premium price, but most agree it is worth the investment for a high-quality external display.
Pros
- Exceptional color accuracy and sharpness
- Easy USB-C connectivity
- Matte finish reduces glare
- Great value compared to Apple monitor
- Simple and quick setup
Cons
- Premium price point
- No built-in webcam
- Requires AC power, not USB-powered
- No built-in speakers mentioned by some
MSI G274QPF 9S6-3CC29H-063 27" 2024
Most buyers are happy with the MSI monitor's 27" 1440p resolution, high 180Hz refresh rate, and solid color performance for the price. Some units arrived with defects like a stuck pixel or even an offensive Nazi symbol drawn on the screen, which is unacceptable. The USB-C port only carries video, not data, which confused a few users.
Pros
- 27" 1440p resolution upgrade
- High 180Hz refresh rate
- Vibrant color with sRGB mode
- 400 nits brightness
- IPS panel good viewing angles
Cons
- Some units arrived damaged/defective
- Nazi symbol drawn on one unit
- USB-C port video only no data
- Stuck pixel on one unit
- No actual USB data ports as described
Scores
Specifications
| BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" | MSI G274QPF 9S6-3CC29H-063 27" | |
|---|---|---|
| Display | ||
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| Screen Finish | matte | glossy |
| Performance | ||
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 170 Hz★ |
| Response Time | 5 ms | 1 ms★ |
| Adaptive Sync | — | G-Sync Compatible★ |
| Color & HDR | ||
| Brightness | 400 nits | 400 nits |
| Color Gamut | 99% sRGB, 95% DCI-P3 | — |
| Color Depth | 10-bit★ | — |
| HDR | HDR10 | HDR 400 |
| HDR Support | HDR10★ | HDR400 |
| Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 0 | 1★ |
| USB-C | 2★ | 1 |
| Thunderbolt | N/A | — |
| Speakers | ✓★ | — |
| Headphone Jack | ✓★ | — |
| Ergonomics | ||
| Height Adjustable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Tilt | ✓ | ✓ |
| Swivel | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pivot | ✓ | ✓ |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 | — |
| Features | ||
| Webcam | ✗ | — |
| Touchscreen | ✗ | — |
| PIP/PBP | ✗ | — |
| Power | 40W★ | — |
| Weight | 8.20 kg | 6.80 kg★ |
Pros & Cons
BenQ MA Series MA270U 27" Gray 2024
- Strong connectivity (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong social proof (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Strong color (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average performance (21st percentile)
MSI G274QPF 9S6-3CC29H-063 27" 2024
- Strong connectivity (82nd percentile)82nd %ile
- Strong performance (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong ergonomic (78th percentile)
- Strong color (73rd percentile)
- Below average user sentiment (19th percentile)19th %ile
Pricing
MSI G274QPF 9S6-3CC29H-063 27" 2024 offers 1.8x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 88 overall, wins 4 of 6 usage categories and 6 of 30 specs.
