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Screen Size | 32 Inches |
Resolution | 4K UHD 2160p |
Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
Screen Surface Description | Glossy |
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- 32" Rapid IPS 3840 x 2160 (UHD)
- 160Hz refresh rate - Display without after image.
- 1ms response time helps eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates
- Wide view angle - 178° visible.
- Adaptive sync - keep screen tearing away from your monitor.
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Brightness | 4.7 | 4.7 | 3.8 | 4.3 | 5.0 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.0 | 4.2 | 3.7 | 3.9 | 5.0 | 2.6 |
Screen quality | 4.9 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.1 | — | 4.7 |
For gaming | 4.8 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 | — | 4.5 |
Picture quality | 4.5 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.4 | — | 4.5 |
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display size | 32 inches | 34 inches | 32 inches | 32 inches | — | 31.5 inches |
resolution | 4K UHD 2160p | QHD 1440p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p | 4K UHD 2160p |
display technology | LCD | LCD | LCD | LCD | IPS | 3840 X 2160 |
hardware interface | hdmi, displayport | hdmi | usb, hdmi | usb3.0, usb, displayport, hdmi | usb, displayport, hdmi | hdmi, displayport |
viewing angle | 178 degrees | — | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | 178 degrees | — |
mounting type | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Desk Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount | Wall Mount |
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Brand | MSI |
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Series | MAG323UPF |
Item model number | MAG323UPF |
Item Weight | 15 pounds |
Product Dimensions | 9.8 x 28 x 20 inches |
Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.8 x 28 x 20 inches |
Color | Black |
Voltage | 15 |
Manufacturer | MSI |
ASIN | B0CKGLKWW6 |
Country of Origin | China |
Date First Available | October 4, 2023 |
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Best Sellers Rank | #12,522 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #433 in Computer Monitors |
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MSI is one of the most trusted names in gaming and esports with countless hours and significant resources invested into premier esports leagues and tier-1 gaming teams. By supporting and working with the best of the best, MSI is able to integrate competitive gaming knowledge and aspirations with technological innovation to create new products that shatter today's performance limits.
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- 32" Rapid IPS Display
- AMD Free-Sync Premium Pro Technology
- 4K UHD High Resolution
- 160Hz Refresh Rate
- 1ms GtG Response Time
- VESA DisplayHDR 600
- Adjustable Ergonomic Stand
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Incredible IPS Panel qualityFeatures a 32 inch UHD (3840x2160) Rapid IPS panel with wide viewing angles and an impressive colour gamut. The large 32" 16:9 panel provides a more immersive gaming experience. |
160 Hz Refresh Rate, 1ms GtGExperience smoother movement with a 160 Hz refresh rate, and unlock the full potential of premium GPU & memory hardware. A low 1ms (GtG) response time dramatically reduces monitor blurring, and is essential for fast-paced games. |
VESA DisplayHDR 600VESA Certified DisplayHDR 600 monitors produce a consistently higher brightness range as well as superior detail in darker regions with realistic dynamic contrast that mimics the human eye in the real world: Brightness: 600 nits typically (600 nits at HDR peak) Contrast Ratio: 1000:1 Dynamic Contrast Ratio: 100000000:1 |
LESS BLUE LIGHT PROMSI monitors are optimized to produce less blue light, so that users view predominantly white backgrounds (search engines, online games, Windows apps) for longer periods of time without having to suffer unnecessary eye-strain. Less Blue Light Pro is a hardware solution of less blue light reduction technology that can reduce HEV but still maintain the same picture quality without yellow tone screen display. |
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AMD FreeSync Premium ProAMD FreeSync Premium Pro adds HDR capabilities for supported games and displays. Enjoy a tearing and stutter free gameplay with an added support for HDR as well. |
Game SmarterMSI's Gaming Intelligence App offers a broad set of useful features that help players take full control and tune the monitor to suit any type of game. Avoid having to toggle between programs or display settings with preconfigured profiles accessible via hotkeys. |
Built-in KVM functionKVM technology enables 2 separate PC systems to connect simultaneously to one monitor. |
Versatile ConnectivityA rear USB Type-C port can be used to charge devices (up to 90W), transfer data, or function as a DisplayPort alternative. I/O Connectivity: DisplayPort 1.4a: 3840 x 2160 (160Hz max.) 2 x HDMI 2.1: 3840 x 2160 (160 Hz max.) USB Type-C: 3840 x 2160 (160 Hz max.) |
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MSI’s MAG323UPF gaming monitor delivers you an elevated gaming experience. The monitor comes equipped with a 31.5" Rapid IPS display that supports up to 3840 x 2160 (UHD) resolution. The MAG323UPF can operate at up to a 160Hz refresh rate and 1ms (GTG) response time. The MAG323UPF is FreeSync Premium Pro compatible and allows for a more seamless experience when operating at high performance modes or when you’re multitasking. With 1x DP and 2x HDMI ports, you can connect any way you want to play.
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Customers like the value, features, and connectivity of the monitor. They mention that it has a variety of inputs, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort. They appreciate the picture quality, and the refresh rate. They also like the color, and quality. However, some customers have mixed opinions on resolution, and brightness.
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Customers are satisfied with the picture quality of the monitor. They mention that it has a very sharp picture and nice colors right out of the box. Some say that the keyboard disconnects every few minutes. Overall, most are happy with the product's picture quality and performance.
"...Pros:Excellent picture quality: The UHD resolution and IPS panel provide stunning visuals with sharp details and vibrant colors...." Read more
"...Above all - picture quality is great, 4K videos look beautiful.Two problems I had and have been solved:1...." Read more
"...Out of the box it looks good with no dead or stuck pixels.With all that said, here is the TL;DR:--PROS--..." Read more
"...It has a hefty base, plenty bright, 4k @ 27" is stunning. Colors look great. No dead pixels, no errand lines. I'm very happy with it...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the quality of the monitor. For example, they mention it's a great all-around monitor, works great as a gaming monitor, and is well-built. Some say that it has annoying flickering issues.
"...-Stand is heavy and solid; plus it doesn’t take up much desk space unlike the v-shaped stands common to gaming monitors...." Read more
"It arrived on time, is well packaged (no damage). It has a hefty base, plenty bright, 4k @ 27" is stunning. Colors look great...." Read more
"...Upon receiving it, I found it to be a well-built product, though setup was slightly cumbersome with the need to screw the stand to the monitor...." Read more
"...Beautiful picture. The price was right, and it has a very solid base stand that's easy to adjust up and down." Read more
Customers like the color of the monitor. They say the Adobe RGB mode looks perfect and the colors pop off the screen. They also mention that the 3840 x 2160 (UHD) resolution is a visual feast and there is less blacklight bleed and better black uniformity.
"...This panel out of the box is rather color accurate, at 144hz I have 0 ghosting (tested w UFO) , menu UI is the standard MSI set up...." Read more
"...It has a hefty base, plenty bright, 4k @ 27" is stunning. Colors look great. No dead pixels, no errand lines. I'm very happy with it...." Read more
"...I'm very happy with it. Nice color, easy to read text. Beautiful picture...." Read more
"...The Colors are beautiful, and despite what people say I enjoy the HDR the monitor offers...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the monitor. They mention that it is well worth the price, an investment worth making, and a killer value for 4K 144Hz. Some appreciate the high refresh rate, Freesync Premium for their ATI card, 1ms response, high resolutions, and high refresh rates.
"...A combination of features I didn't find in any other monitor for a great price." Read more
"...Nice color, easy to read text. Beautiful picture. The price was right, and it has a very solid base stand that's easy to adjust up and down." Read more
"This monitor is definitely worth the money, I’ve been using it for almost a month now without issues. The monitor also doesn’t get so hot." Read more
"This monitor is great. It's good for the price" Read more
Customers are satisfied with the refresh rate of the monitor. They mention that it has an outstanding 1ms response time, and is impressive. They also appreciate the high 4K refresh rate, and say that the game just popped with the 1msec response time.
"...Smooth gameplay: The 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time ensure smooth and responsive gameplay, even in fast-paced games...." Read more
"...combination of features I didn't find in any other: 27 inch, 4K, high refresh rate (144hz), USB-C with power delivery of 65w..." Read more
"...rate was impressive, providing a smooth experience, and the response rate was excellent, offering control between Normal, Fast, and Super Fast modes...." Read more
"...But other than that, the monitor is great.Good colors, the refresh rate is nice, and it’s a larger screen for my work and games...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the monitor's features. They mention it has a combination of cutting-edge features, thoughtful design, and stunning visual performance. The monitor' versatility extends to its connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort. It has s variety of inputs, including USB, HDMI, and Display Port.
"...Versatile connectivity: The monitor has a variety of inputs, including HDMI, DisplayPort, and USB-C, so you can connect it to your computer, console..." Read more
"...It boasts several impressive features, despite some setbacks, including a miscommunication from the manufacturer on Amazon regarding KVM...." Read more
"...The monitor's versatility extends to its connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort, catering to a variety of devices and setups...." Read more
"..." app make it easy to perform adjustments and use the wide variety of available features." Read more
Customers are mixed about the brightness of the monitor. Some mention that it has good brightness and contrast for edge lit IPS, with minimal IPS glow and vignette. However, others say that it randomly goes black and the lower corners glow purple.
"...and the bonus - 500 nits of brightness! I always been frustrated by 300-350 nits of brightness...." Read more
"...There’s also the issue of it flickering or blacking out for a second or two randomly. Some have it worse than others. Reddit this one...." Read more
"...-No RGB or flashy lights. The power and standby LEDs are subtle. Neither is that annoying blue that is too common...." Read more
"...The real issue for me was the IPS Glow, especially noticeable in dark themes or wallpapers during day-to-day work...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the resolution of the monitor. Some mention that it looks good with no dead or stuck pixels, while others say that it goes wack when starting a game, has a bit of mushy blur, and that a dead pixel showed up after only about a week of use.
"...Out of the box it looks good with no dead or stuck pixels.With all that said, here is the TL;DR:--PROS--..." Read more
"...It’s got a bit of mushy blur that some tinkering with the settings mostly alleviates but that goes to show that the response time isn’t that great..." Read more
"...Colors look great. No dead pixels, no errand lines. I'm very happy with it...." Read more
"...No dead pixels that I can see and it looks and functions like a new unit...." Read more
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The 27" Rapid IPS display boasting a resolution of 3840 x 2160 (UHD) is a visual feast. The level of detail and clarity it delivers is remarkable, making everything from gaming graphics to content creation truly immersive. The 144Hz refresh rate ensures a seamless display without any lingering afterimages, providing a competitive edge for gamers and a smoother experience for any multimedia consumption.
What caught my attention is the outstanding 1ms response time. Screen tearing and choppy frame rates are virtually non-existent, creating a fluid and responsive environment. The wide 178° visible angle adds another layer to the visual experience, maintaining consistency and vibrancy from various viewing positions.
The Adaptive Sync technology, including FreeSync Premium and G-Sync compatibility, is a game-changer. It effectively tackles screen tearing, contributing to uninterrupted gameplay. This flexibility is further extended by the monitor's ergonomic design, allowing for tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments. Customizing the viewing experience has never been easier or more comfortable.
HDR400 support enhances the dynamic range, bringing out vibrant colors and deep contrasts. The monitor's versatility extends to its connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort, catering to a variety of devices and setups.
In summary, the MSI MAG274UPF stands as a pinnacle of gaming monitor excellence. Its combination of cutting-edge features, thoughtful design, and stunning visual performance make it a standout choice. Whether you're a passionate gamer or a content creator seeking precision, this monitor is an investment worth making.
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2023
The 27" Rapid IPS display boasting a resolution of 3840 x 2160 (UHD) is a visual feast. The level of detail and clarity it delivers is remarkable, making everything from gaming graphics to content creation truly immersive. The 144Hz refresh rate ensures a seamless display without any lingering afterimages, providing a competitive edge for gamers and a smoother experience for any multimedia consumption.
What caught my attention is the outstanding 1ms response time. Screen tearing and choppy frame rates are virtually non-existent, creating a fluid and responsive environment. The wide 178° visible angle adds another layer to the visual experience, maintaining consistency and vibrancy from various viewing positions.
The Adaptive Sync technology, including FreeSync Premium and G-Sync compatibility, is a game-changer. It effectively tackles screen tearing, contributing to uninterrupted gameplay. This flexibility is further extended by the monitor's ergonomic design, allowing for tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments. Customizing the viewing experience has never been easier or more comfortable.
HDR400 support enhances the dynamic range, bringing out vibrant colors and deep contrasts. The monitor's versatility extends to its connectivity options, including HDMI 2.1 and DisplayPort, catering to a variety of devices and setups.
In summary, the MSI MAG274UPF stands as a pinnacle of gaming monitor excellence. Its combination of cutting-edge features, thoughtful design, and stunning visual performance make it a standout choice. Whether you're a passionate gamer or a content creator seeking precision, this monitor is an investment worth making.
For setup, everything is very straightforward, but the assembly does require a screwdriver to fasten two screws to secure the stand. The power cord is thick with a D-shaped power plug like what goes to the computer’s PSU – no power brick. There’s one full-size DisplayPort 1.4a, two full-size HDMI 2.1, one Type-C DP alternative with power delivery for computer #1, USB-B port for computer #2, and three USB-A hub ports for shared peripherals to be shared between computers #1 and #2.
Upon setup, I found G-Sync was automatically detected and enabled on the desktop. I usually have to tinker with monitor settings to get a picture I like, but I didn’t have to touch a thing on this monitor. Out of the box it looks good with no dead or stuck pixels.
With all that said, here is the TL;DR:
--PROS--
-The monitor has both swivel and height adjustments
-Response time is 1ms and 4K 160Hz should be plenty of FPS headroom if you want to game and have the hardware
-Stand is heavy and solid; plus it doesn’t take up much desk space unlike the v-shaped stands common to gaming monitors.
-No RGB or flashy lights. The power and standby LEDs are subtle. Neither is that annoying blue that is too common. Power is soft white and standby is a steady orange glow.
-Great picture, crystal clear text, bright
-KVM switches automatically; no need to push a button or go into a menu. When desktop powers on, the display and USB ports are usable. When a laptop is connected via USB-C, it switches everything over.
-Power delivery is 90W, plenty to keep a laptop charged and not a stingy 15W or 18W like others (I’m looking at you Gigabyte)
-Windows recognizes HDR and will enable HDR 10-bit
-HDMI 2.1 means console players can use this monitor to play 4k 120Hz
--Cons--
-A USB-C cable is not included with the monitor, only DisplayPort and HDMI cables. Furthermore, you need to be very careful when selecting a USB-C cable to use since not all are equal. What you want is one that says it can do 40Gbps, rated USB-C 4 or Thunderbolt 3/4 and be capable of 100W-240W power delivery. A lot of data needs to go upstream and downstream on this cable and the cheap ones won’t do it. A proper cable will typically be priced $30-$40 for a short 3.3ft one. Don’t cheap out on the cable!
-USB-C power delivery is turned off by default. You must toggle it on in the monitor settings.
I'm very happy with it. Nice color, easy to read text. Beautiful picture. The price was right, and it has a very solid base stand that's easy to adjust up and down.
The Monitor is really smooth though and the panel itself looks really nice. Again, if you plan on solely using this panel for gaming, go ahead. It is one of the best in the market for that. Now if you plan on using this for work or school, I'd recommend you try something different.
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All-in-all, it met all my needs and I'm very happy with it, so I can solidly recommend this monitor. That said, there are some limitations that could be detriments for other users:
1) Despite the images making it look like it has a miniscule side/top bezel, it actually has a large gap between where the screen ends and the bezel begins. I found this to be a bit of misleading advertising, though the disappointment was ultimately just cosmetic for me since I'm not using a multi-monitor setup.
2) The IPS glow is very real. It doesn't bother me because I use the monitor in a well lit room and sit far enough away that the angles aren't bothersome, but looking down at it from above the whole monitor is washed out and the local dimming effect is very visible on the bottom of the monitor when you have a light-on-dark environment (ie: mouse cursor over black background).
3) I am only able to attain 160Hz using Displayport with the bundled in cable; the bundled in HDMI cable capped out at 140Hz. I didn't try any 3rd party DP or HDMI cables, but this could be a limit for someone using a video source that only has HDMI output.
4) The included USB cable to connect the monitor to a PC is very short, shorter than the included DP or HDMI cables. It's a long stretch to my case.
5) I needed to download drivers for the monitor from the MSI site to get HDR and 160Hz working on my computer.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 17, 2024
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This is an excellent monitor, and at ~$1000 it really should be. The graphics are crisp and the on-paper specs are fantastic and definitely enough or more than enough for most gamers. I found the degree of control and customization offered by the on-screen menus is excellent. In particular, the sheer amount of IO provided in this monitor is impressive - and it should be considering that the monitor has a built in KVM switch.
In my testing, I found that the KVM switch works consistently and its ability to auto-detect which computer to direct the USB ports to is really good. I did perceive some latency in gaming when running my wireless mouse and keyboard through the KVM switch and did have some issues updating my peripherals while plugged into the monitor instead of directly to the computer. If you are a gamer who cares about latency, then I recommend you keep your peripherals plugged directly into your computer.
This brings me to another minor annoyance. The monitor includes a built in mouse cable bungee - which is a fantastic idea and a nice value add, however because it's attached to the bottom side of the monitor, this means that if your monitor is positioned on one side of your desk rather than in the middle, the bungee may be more of an annoyance. As someone who uses a wireless mouse, the bungee is not useful to me, and I would have rather not had that feature and saved a couple bucks.
Lastly, and in my opinion this is the biggest issue with this monitor - the RGB. I don't know what it is about MSI's RGB but it simply cannot replicate colours effectively. Any colour that I select in the MSI Mystic Light software look off. Orange looks red, red looks pink, blue looks green, yellow looks green. I was hoping to be able to match the orange RGB from all my other components and peripherals, however this is simply impossible with MSI's RGB software. Fortunately the lights on the back of the monitor aren't really visible anyway since the monitor is so large it covers the wall. MSI's software is also horrendous. Initially the monitor did show up in the software, however it has since disappeared. The MSI software also caused problems with several other RGB components such as my Corsair Dominator RAM. I was able to fix this after looking at videos on workarounds, but will likely delete the software altogether.
Overall, if you can justify the cost of this monitor, it's a great unit for overall graphical performance. The creature comforts and perks offered are just okay and may or may not be useful.