By With multiple releases under the MPG series, MSI has entered the QD-OLED gaming monitor market this year. Consider QD-OLED monitors as improved OLED displays that use four components—an LCD matrix, a color filter, an LED backlight, and a layer of quantum dots—to produce a picture. They have been around for a while in the high-end television market, but they are relatively new to the gaming industry.
Although its $800 price tag might make some bristle at the phrase “entry-level” in this circumstance, the MSI MPG 271QRX is about as great an example of what an entry-level QD-LED gaming monitor can give.
However, what you receive for that money is excellent. The 27-inch display is a beast in the world of esports, with a 360Hz refresh rate, 1440p resolution, and an incredibly quick 0.03ms response time. These features seem pretty standard for what one would think to be the best 1440p gaming monitors on the surface, but in addition to having both VESE certification for DisplayHDR True Black 400 and Clear 13000, the QD-LED panel greatly improves image quality over the conventional QHD display.
That does not even include the plethora of extras like MSI’s OLED Care 2.0, which increases the QD-OLED screen’s durability, and Gaming Intelligence, which enhances the gaming experience with customizable RGB-lit rear panels, crosshair overlay, and KVM functionality.
Most significantly, MSI was able to include a three-year burn-in warranty, which is now essential for any OLED display. With all of these excellent qualities combined, the MSI MPG 271QRX is among the best 27-inch 1440p gaming displays on the market right now, and it is worth the entry-level pricing.
PRICE & AVAILABILITY
The MSI MPG 271QRX costs $799.99 (£999.00, AU$1,799) and is currently available in the US, UK, and Australia. Depending on the region, buyer links to different online retailers are available through the MSI store. Among the retailers in the US are Micro Center, NewEgg, and MSI’s stores.
The primary rival of the MPG 27QRX in the 27-inch 1440p OLED gaming monitor market is the $800 Alienware AW2725DF. In terms of performance and visual quality, there is not much of a difference between the two other from pricing.
Feature sets come into play here, and how they are used will mostly depend on user preference. The KTC 27-inch standard OLED gaming monitor, which retails for $699, maybe a better option if the MPG 271QRX and AW2725DF are both too expensive.
DESIGN
The MSI MPG 271QRX’s design is such a lovely combination of outstanding visual appeal and useful functionality in almost every way. Because the neck and base design hooks onto the back panel, even the setup is really simple. The MPG 271QRX’s possibility allows it to be used in a vertical orientation when a portrait setting is required, which is one of the design’s interesting features.
A single power port that faces downward and connects directly to a plug is located close to the other ports. Meanwhile, having a single DisplayPort and two HDMI 2.1 connectors will be useful for PC players who own numerous consoles. Additionally, there is a USB-C that supports 90w charging and DisplayPort. Among the other ports are two USB-A ports and a USB-B port for KVM functionality.
When turned on, the vivid RGB logo with programmable illumination is immediately noticeable because of the in-display design. It does provide the angled back panel and all-black coloring a wonderful touch of flair. The middle of the back panel does extend outward for items like the head sink along with other components, despite the display being quite thin.
The MSI logo is shown at the bottom of the display, which has small bezels on the top and sides. A little thumbstick located between the power and KVM buttons is situated on the bottom of the back panel. The exquisitely glossy QD-OLED display, which also has an incredible anti-glare and anti-reflective coating, is the last option. The MPG 27QRX visibly stands out among the top gaming monitors even without turning on.
MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED, 27 OLED Gaming Monitor, 2560 x 1440 (QHD), OLED 0.03ms Response time, 360Hz.
FEATURES
In addition to its breathtakingly beautiful appearance and flawless performance, the MSI MPG 27QRX boasts a vast feature set.
With its graphite film back and specially designed heatsink, the first one completely focuses on maintaining the image on the screen while doing away with the need for a fan. Next is MSI OLED Care 2.0, a system that uses static screen detection, pixel shift, and panel protection via pixel refresh to lessen OLED screen burn-in. Static multi-logo and taskbar detection are holdovers from the prior OLED care system. An additional bonus is an MSI burn-in warranty that lasts for three years.
Apart from the typical functions of game mode and color correction, the MPG 27QRX boasts Gaming Intelligence. This includes the Optix Scope, which has an integrated aim magnifier, and several clever crosshair overlays. The most intriguing one is A.I. Vision, which takes advantage of deep learning to bring out additional details in a game’s shadowy regions without sacrificing graphical realism. Users can also alter the color of the back panel’s lighted logo using the same in-display menu.
Similar to the majority of high-end gaming monitors from the current period, the MPG 27QRX also has KVM. With KVM, users can utilize a different device that is connected to the display to utilize the same keyboard and mouse combination. People who play on one device and stream from another are starting to use it more frequently.
There is a console-specific mode called Console that supports HDR and automatically detects 4K signals for console gamers.
PERFORMANCE
The MSI MPG 27QRX offers excellent performance and image quality for $800. The QD-OLED display allows consumers to see deep blacks in addition to vivid, clear colors. HDR images are much improved with VESE certification for DisplayHDR True Black 400 and Clear 13000.
Playing more graphically striking video games, such as Children of the Sun, Cyberpunk 2077, Alan Wake II, and Forza Motorsport 2023, is just stunning to look at. Color accuracy for photo and video editing is more than acceptable. With a 27-inch 1440p display, there is no better way to create content, play games, and watch videos.
If they have the PC gear to support it, having a 360Hz refresh rate and 0.03ms will undoubtedly provide gamers a considerable competitive edge in more esports games. In addition to having amazing graphics, games like Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Fortnite offer incredibly fluid motion without latency.
SPECS
| Screen size | 26.5-inch | |
| Aspect ratio | 16:9 | |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440p | |
| Brightness | 250 nits | |
| Response time | 0.03ms (GtG) | |
| Viewing angle | 178˚(R/L), 178˚(U/D) | |
| Contrast ratio | 1500000:1 | |
| Color support | 1.07B | |
| Inputs | 1x DisplayPort: 2560 x 1440 (Up to 360Hz), 1x HDMI 2.1: 2560 x 1440 (Up to 360Hz), 1x Type C (DP alt.): 2560 x 1440 (Up to 360Hz) and 90W PD charging, 2x USB 2.0 Type-A 1, 1x USB 2.0 Type-B | |
| Weight | 24 lbs |
CONCLUSION
The MSI MPG 271QRX was put through two weeks of testing in preparation for the evaluation. The majority of the tasks during the day involved using Slack and Google Chrome. This made it possible to use Hootsuite and other social media management tools in addition to Google Docs and Asana management software. Apart from that, Slack was the primary program used for channel communication. This is where we put the gaming display to the test for regular, everyday use. Games like Children of the Sun, Hogwarts Legacy, and Alan Wake II were played to evaluate overall image quality. This was done to see how art direction and technical visuals in games looked. Games such as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III and Helldivers 2 were played to test game-enhancing features and performance.
