RATED
Good
6.2/10
23.8″ MSI G242L E14 – Full Specifications
The MSI G242L E14 is an 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p IPS monitor rated for a 48 Hz - 144 Hz refresh range.
MSI●Monitor
Display
23.8 in, IPS, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
23.8
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 144 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500 : 1
1500
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 111 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
- Backed by 3 years standard limited warranty
- 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
Cons
- Stand has no height adjustment
- Stand doesn’t swivel or pivot
- 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
Score & Ratings
6.2/10
Good
Model Information
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | G |
| Model | G242L E14 |
| Full Product Name | MSI G242L E14 |
| Model Year | 2025 |
| 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 | 23.8 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 604.478 mm (23.80 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 527.04 mm (20.75 in) |
| Active Display Height | 296.46 mm (11.67 in) |
| Display Area | 91.43 % |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
23.8" Display Size (60.5 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 92 ppi / 36 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.275 mm (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 8 bits (6 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 16777216 colors / 24 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | 111 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 83 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 83 % |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 144 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | 1 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| Console Mode | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 1.4 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 54.18 kHz - 135 kHz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.2 |
| 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
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 540.1 mm x 407 mm x 220.1 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 540.1 mm x 316.4 mm x 48.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 3.1 kg (6.83 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 2.45 kg (5.4 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 220.1 mm (8.67 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 90 % |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features | Frameless Design; Gaming Mode; HDR Ready; Night Vision; Wide Color Gamut |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses
6
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| WEEE | Yes |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable |
Packaging Information
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 600 mm x 410 mm x 123 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 600 mm (23.62 in) |
| Package Height | 410 mm (16.14 in) |
| Package Depth | 123 mm (4.84 in) |
| Package Weight | 4.8 kg (10.58 lbs) |
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