RATED
Great
7.2/10
24.1″ MSI MPG 242R X60N – Full Specifications
At its core, the MSI MPG 242R X60N uses a TN panel offering 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p and a 60 Hz - 600 Hz refresh range.
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Display
24.1 in, TN, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
24.1
Refresh Rate
60 Hz - 600 Hz
60 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m²
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 60 Hz 600 Hz refresh range with 0.1 ms GtG response is built for competitive, fast-paced gaming
- 119 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Built-in USB hub adds convenient peripheral connectivity
- Stand offers 130 mm (5.12 in) height adjustment, swivel, pivot
- Backed by 3 years standard limited warranty
- KVM switch lets one keyboard/mouse control two connected PCs
- 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
- 91 ppi / 35 ppcm is on the low side for sharp text at typical desk distance
- No listed built-in speakers
- No energy-efficiency certification (e.g. ENERGY STAR, TCO) is listed
- No adaptive-sync (FreeSync/G-Sync/AdaptiveSync) support is listed
- 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) uses FRC dithering rather than a native panel bit depth
Score & Ratings
7.2/10
Great
Model Information
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | MPG |
| Model | MPG 242R X60N |
| Full Product Name | MSI MPG 242R X60N |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Market Position | High-End 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 | 24.1 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 611.32 mm (24.07 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 535.68 mm (21.09 in) |
| Active Display Height | 298.08 mm (11.74 in) |
| Display Area | 84.97 % |
| Panel Type | TN |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
24.1" Display Size (61.2 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 91 ppi / 35 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.279 mm (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 500 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 170 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 160 ° |
| HDR Support | Display / HDR 400 |
| sRGB Coverage | 119 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 93 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 89 % |
| Color Adjustment | Yes |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 600 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 60 Hz - 600 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features | Yes |
| Console Mode | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
16
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 153.85 kHz - 663 kHz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 98 W |
| USB-A Ports | 3 |
| USB-B Upstream | Yes |
| KVM Switch | Yes |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
16
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes |
| 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
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 560.1 mm x 391.7 mm x 227.9 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 560.1 mm x 335.5 mm x 64.4 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.9 kg (15.21 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 227.9 mm (8.97 in) |
| RGB Lighting | Yes |
Power & Operating Conditions
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 30 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Operating Temperature | 10 °C - 40 °C / 50 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 80 % |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 40 °C / -4 °F - 104 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 5 % - 95 % |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Desktop Control Software | Yes |
| Monitor Management Software | Yes |
| OSD Software | Yes |
| On-Screen Display | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| AI Visual | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | AI Menu; AI Navigator; AI Vision; Aspect Ratio Options; Color Customization; Frameless Design; Game Mode; Gaming Intelligence App; Navi Key (5-way Joystick Navigator); Night Vision; Optix Scope; Rapid TN; Wide Color Gamut |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
Included Accessories
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
| USB-C Cable | USB Type-C cable |
| USB Upstream Cable | USB Type-B cable to Type-A cable |
Packaging Information
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 9.8 kg (21.61 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 49% less power than the average we track in this category.
Reviews
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