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MSI MSI MAG 272QPF E20 – Specs & Features Monitor
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27″ MSI MAG 272QPF E20 – Specs & Features

At its core, the MSI MAG 272QPF E20 uses an IPS panel offering 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p and a 48 Hz - 180 Hz refresh range.

27″ · 16:9 · MODEL YEAR 2025
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Display
27 in, IPS, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
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Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 180 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 48 Hz 180 Hz refresh range with 1 ms GtG response handles fast motion smoothly
  • 127.7 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
  • Stand offers 110 mm (4.33 in) height adjustment, swivel, pivot
  • Backed by 3 years standard limited warranty
  • 109 ppi / 42 ppcm keeps text and UI edges crisp at normal desk distance
  • IPS panel gives consistent colour and wide viewing angles
  • 100 x 100 mm VESA mount compatibility works with third-party arms and stands
  • Low blue light and/or flicker-free modes support longer viewing comfort
  • 3 combined HDMI/DisplayPort inputs support multiple sources
Cons
  • No USB-C or USB hub for peripheral connectivity
  • No listed built-in speakers
  • No KVM switch for controlling two PCs from one keyboard/mouse
  • IPS panels typically show lower native contrast than VA or OLED alternatives
  • No energy-efficiency certification (e.g. ENERGY STAR, TCO) is listed
  • Limited or no USB-A downstream ports for connecting multiple accessories

Score & Ratings

7.8/10 Great
Design
8
Display
8
Color Performance
7
Performance
9
Connectivity
6
Model Information 12
Specification Value
Brand MSI
Model MAG 272QPF E20
Full Product Name MSI MAG 272QPF E20
Model Year 2025
Monitor Type Gaming Monitor
Market Position Mainstream Gaming
Primary Use Competitive & Immersive Gaming
Region / Variant Global (regional SKU suffixes may vary, e.g. US / EU / APAC)
Launch Status Available (2025 model-year, per manufacturer data)
Available Colors Black
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 10
Specification Value
Screen Size 27 in
Exact Diagonal 685.8 mm (27.00 in)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Active Display Width 596.736 mm (23.49 in)
Active Display Height 335.664 mm (13.22 in)
Display Area 88.19 % (percent)
Panel Type IPS
Backlight Type W-LED
3D Support No
Screen Coating Anti-glare / Matte

27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9

68.6cm 27" 59.7 cm / 23.5" 61.5 cm / 24.2" (overall unit) 33.6 cm 13.2" 36.9 cm 14.5" (overall)
Resolution & Pixel Details 3
Specification Value
Native Resolution 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
Pixel Density 109 ppi / 42 ppcm
Pixel Pitch 0.233 mm (millimeters)

Resolution at a Glance

2560×1440 This screen 8K — 7,680×4,320 4K — 3,840×2,160 FHD — 1,920×1,080 HD — 1,280×720 3.7 MP — 1.8× the pixels of Full HD
Picture Quality & Color 13
Specification Value
Panel Bit Depth 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
FRC Yes
Display Colors 1073741824 colors / 30 bits
Typical Brightness 300 cd/m²
Static Contrast Ratio 1000 : 1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 100000000 : 1
Horizontal Viewing Angle 178 °
Vertical Viewing Angle 178 °
HDR Support
HDR10
HDR10 Yes
sRGB Coverage 127.7 %
DCI-P3 Coverage 92.8 %
Adobe RGB Coverage 88.8 %
DESK DISTANCE FIT 65cm
~65 cm desk distance
Ideal Fit
49°
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide

Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.

Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming 10
Specification Value
Native Refresh Rate 180 Hz
Refresh Rate Range 48 Hz - 180 Hz
Minimum Response Time 1 ms
MPRT Response Time 0.5 ms (MPRT)
Adaptive-Sync VESA AdaptiveSync
Crosshair Yes
AI Gaming Features
Yes
Console Mode Yes
Picture-by-Picture Yes
Picture-in-Picture Yes
Ports & Connectivity 10
Specification Value
HDMI Ports
2
HDMI Version 2.0
HDMI Bandwidth 70 kHz - 300 kHz
HDMI CEC Yes
DisplayPort Input 1
DisplayPort Version 1.4
DisplayPort Bandwidth HBR3
HDCP Support Yes
Audio Output 3.5 mm
Headphone Output 3.5 mm Audio Out

Ports & Connections

HDMI2DisplayPortHeadphone3
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features 1
Specification Value
Built-In Camera No
Ergonomics & Stand 16
Specification Value
VESA Mount 100 x 100 mm
VESA Size 100 x 100 mm
Removable Stand Yes
Height Adjustment 110 mm
Height Adjustment Range 110 mm (4.33 in)
Tilt Adjustment Yes
Forward Tilt 5 °
Backward Tilt 20 ° / Cable routing hole
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 5
Specification Value
Dimensions With Stand 615 mm x 428.5 mm x 227.9 mm (W x H x D)
Dimensions Without Stand 615 mm x 369.3 mm x 53.7 mm (W x H x D)
Weight With Stand 6.2 kg (13.67 lbs)
Weight Without Stand 3.7 kg (8.16 lbs)
Stand Depth 227.9 mm (8.97 in)
Power & Operating Conditions 8
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
Sleep Consumption 0.5 W
Off Consumption 0.5 W
Operating Temperature 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F
Storage Temperature -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features 6
Specification Value
Flicker-Free Yes
Low Blue Light Yes
Screen Split Yes
AI Visual Yes
Anti-Theft Slot Yes (Kensington lock slot)
Additional Monitor Features 3-sided frameless design; AI Navigator; AI Vision; Gaming Assistance; HDR Ready; Rapid IPS; Wide Color Gamut
Included Accessories 1
Specification Value
DisplayPort Cable DisplayPort cable
Packaging Information 5
Specification Value
Package Dimensions 850 mm x 475 mm x 148 mm (W x H x D)
Package Width 850 mm (33.46 in)
Package Height 475 mm (18.70 in)
Package Depth 148 mm (5.83 in)
Package Weight 9.6 kg (21.16 lbs)
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Estimated Running Cost

Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.

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Uses about 0% less power than the average we track in this category.

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