Display
23.8 in, IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
23.8
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
At its core, the MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14 uses an IPS panel offering 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p and a 48 Hz - 144 Hz refresh range. Response time is quoted at 4 ms GtG. For picture quality, expect 250 cd/m² typical brightness, 1000 : 1 contrast and 111 % sRGB coverage. On connectivity, you get 1x HDMI 2.0, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 2x USB-A, Yesx USB-B upstream.
BrandMSIPanel TypeIPSResolution1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080pRefresh Rate48 Hz - 144 Hz
Key Highlights
- MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14 speed | 48 Hz - 144 Hz refresh with 4 ms GtG response
- MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14 hub | Yes USB-B upstream and 2 USB-A downstream ports
- MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14 image | 250 cd/m² brightness and 1000 : 1 contrast
Who Should Buy the MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14
+ Best For
Small office desks
23.8 inches, white housing, 130 mm of height
Laptop-first workers
65 W USB-C charges most thin-and-lights
Two-machine setups
a KVM switch at an entry price
Portrait documents
a full +/-90 degree pivot
× Not Ideal For
Detail work
92 PPI at 1080p across 23.8 inches
Colour work
6-bit plus FRC with 86% DCI-P3
Bright rooms
250 cd/m2 is the dimmest panel in this batch
Standard VESA arms
the pattern is 75 x 75 mm, not 100 x 100
Display Performance
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
Standard refresh range
Response Time
4 ms GtG
Manufacturer-published transition time
Brightness
250 cd/m²
Typical brightness as specified; peak figure not published
Contrast
1000 : 1
Standard panel black depth
Colour Gamut
111 % sRGB
Standard game and web colour
Gaming Performance
Refresh Rate48 Hz - 144 HzMatch frame rate to the monitor’s useful range
Response Time4 ms (GtG)Published claim without independent testing
GPU Requirement1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p up to 144 HzMid-to-high-end GPU recommended to approach the refresh ceiling
HDR & Brightness Reality
No HDR is listed for this monitor, and at 250 cd/m2 with 1000:1 contrast that is the correct decision. There would be nothing to gain from a badge here. What the panel is actually built around is comfort and connectivity - flicker-free, low blue light, Eye-Q Check, a 65 W dock and a KVM switch. Those are the features that earn their place on an office desk, and none of them depend on HDR.
Connectivity & Ports
HDMI1x HDMI 2.0Published port count and version
DisplayPort1x DisplayPort 1.2Primary high-refresh PC connection
USB-CNot publishedNo one-cable laptop or charging function
USB HubYesx USB-B upstream / 2x USB-A downstreamPeripherals can run through the screen
Audio Out3.5 mm audio out / headphone outExternal audio may still be preferred
Desk Fit & Ergonomics
Size / Footprint613.49 mm x 401.37 mm x 200.81 mmCheck desk width and depth before purchase
StandRemovable: YesA separate arm can replace the supplied base
VESA Mount75 x 75 mmUse a matching arm or wall mount
Tilt-5 ° to +20 °Covers the published forward and backward range
Height Adjust130 mm (5.12 in)Supports eye-level positioning
Swivel / Pivot±30 ° / ±90 °Supports shared angles and portrait rotation
Real-World Use Cases
65 W USB-C for picture, peripherals and charging
a KVM switch shares one keyboard and mouse
+/-90 degree pivot with 130 mm of height
23.8 inches, white housing, 18 W draw
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 48 Hz 144 Hz refresh range with 4 ms GtG response supports fast-paced use
- Built-in USB hub adds convenient peripheral connectivity
- Stand offers 130 mm (5.12 in) height adjustment, swivel, pivot
- 111 % sRGB coverage is published for the panel
Cons
- 250 cd/m2 the dimmest panel here
- 6-bit + FRC colour with 86% DCI-P3
- VESA 75 x 75 rather than the standard 100 x 100
- 92 PPI is soft for detail work
Score & Ratings
6.8/10
Good
Model Information
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | Pro |
| Model | Pro Max 271PHW E14 |
| Full Product Name | MSI Pro Max 271PHW E14 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Business / Professional Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Productivity Monitor |
| Market Position | Mainstream / Professional |
| Primary Use | Office, Productivity & Creative Work |
| Region / Variant | Global (regional SKU suffixes may vary, e.g. US/EU/APAC) |
| Launch Status | Announced 2026 (per manufacturer model-year data) |
| Available Colors | White |
| Warranty | 3 years standard limited warranty (MSI global policy; exact term/region may vary by country - see msi.com/page/warranty) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
12
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 23.8 in | |
| Exact Diagonal | 604 mm (23.78 in) | |
| Screen Format | 16:9 | |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | |
| Active Display Width | 527.04 mm (20.75 in) | |
| Active Display Height | 296.46 mm (11.67 in) | |
| Display Area | 70.27 % | |
| Panel Type | IPS | IPS affects viewing angles, black depth and color consistency — each panel technology trades these off differently. |
| Panel Technology | IPS | |
| Backlight Type | W-LED | |
| 3D Support | No | |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare/Matte / Response time - 1 ms (MPRT - Motion Picture Response Time) |
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p | |
| Pixel Density | 92 ppi / 36 ppcm | 92 ppi / 36 ppcm indicates how much scaling may be needed in the operating system for comfortable reading. |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm (0.01 in) |
Picture Quality & Color
10
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) | |
| FRC | Yes | |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits | |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² | |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 | |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | |
| sRGB Coverage | 111 % | 111 % indicates how much of that color space the panel can reproduce, which affects color accuracy for photo/video work. |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 86 % | |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 86 % |
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 4 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 52.85 kHz - 158.54 kHz |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.2 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| USB-C Data Speed | 5 Gbps (USB 3.2 Gen 1) |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 65 W |
| USB-A Ports | 2 |
| USB-B Upstream | Yes |
| KVM Switch | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Speakers | 2 x 3 W |
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
16
| Specification | Value | What It Means |
|---|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes | |
| VESA Size | 75 x 75 mm | |
| Removable Stand | Yes | |
| Height Adjustment | Yes | 130 mm (5.12 in) of travel allows the screen to be raised or lowered for a comfortable eye-level position. |
| Height Adjustment Range | 130 mm (5.12 in) | |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° | |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes | |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° | |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° | |
| Left Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Right Pivot | 90 ° | |
| Portrait Mode | Yes | |
| Security Lock | Yes | |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 613.49 mm x 401.37 mm x 200.81 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 613.49 mm x 362.45 mm x 63.81 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 6.4 kg (14.11 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 200.81 mm (7.91 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 18 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 85 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 600 °C / -4 °F - 1112 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Eye Comfort Mode | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Eye-Q Check; MSI EyesErgo+; MSI M-Mate App; MSI Power Link; Overdrive; SpiraLume (Circular Polarizer) |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Energy Star | Yes |
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| FCC-B | Yes |
| WEEE | Yes |
Included Accessories
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| USB-C Cable | USB Type-C cable |
| USB Upstream Cable | USB Type-B to Type-A cable |
Packaging Information
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 10 kg (22.05 lbs) |
Frequently Asked Questions
01 Is 65 W enough to charge my laptop? +
For thin-and-light machines, yes. For a workstation laptop under load, no - those want 90-140 W. Check your laptop's adapter rating: if it is 65 W or below, this will keep it charged.
02 Why is the VESA pattern 75 x 75? +
It is a smaller-panel convention, and easy to miss. Most monitor arms are built for 100 x 100 mm, so you may need an adapter plate. Worth checking before you order an arm.
03 What does 6-bit plus FRC mean? +
The panel natively shows 6-bit colour and uses frame rate control to simulate 8-bit, reaching 16.7 million colours. It is the cheapest way to hit that number, and it is why this is not a colour-work monitor.
04 Why does an office monitor have 144 Hz? +
Because panel costs have fallen far enough that it is nearly free to include. It makes scrolling and window movement smoother, and lets you play casually after work - a genuine bonus at this price.
05 Is 250 cd/m2 too dim? +
In a controlled office, it is workable. Next to a window it will feel washed out - most panels now offer 350-400 cd/m2. This is the clearest place MSI saved money.
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