MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 244F Comparison
VA 240Hz
MSI
6.0
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
VAPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
75 %DCI-P3 Coverage
IPS 200Hz
MSI
6.4
/10
200 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
96 %DCI-P3 Coverage
Overview
Small desks suit both the MSI MAG 245C X24 and the MSI MAG 244F, yet the panels behind them differ. The 245C is a 23.6-inch VA with 240 Hz and 3000:1 contrast, while the 244F is a 23.8-inch Rapid IPS at 200 Hz with 1000:1, 0.5 ms MPRT and 96% DCI-P3. Both are 1920 x 1080 at 300 nits with a tilt-only stand. The 244F weighs 2.88 kg and adds a 5-way joystick, AI Vision and Game Assistance, but has only one HDMI 2.0 input, whereas the 245C offers two. Anyone comparing MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 244F should weigh refresh and ports against colour and extras.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6 / 10 | 6.4 / 10 |
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Series | MAG | MAG |
| Model | MAG 245C X24 | MAG 244F |
| Model Alias | MAG245CX24 | -- |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 245C X24 | MSI MAG 244F |
| Model Year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | Gaming Monitor | -- |
| Market Position | Mainstream Gaming | Mainstream Gaming |
| Primary Use | Competitive & Immersive Gaming | Competitive & Immersive Gaming |
| Region / Variant | Global (regional SKU suffixes may vary, e.g. US / EU / APAC) | Global (regional SKU suffixes may vary, e.g. US / EU / APAC) |
| Launch Status | Announced 2026 (per manufacturer model-year data) | Available (2025 model-year, per manufacturer data) |
| Available Colors | Black | Black |
| Warranty | 3 years standard limited warranty (MSI global policy; exact term / region may vary by country - see msi.com / page / 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) | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
| Display & Panel | ||
| Screen Size | 23.6 in | 23.8 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 599.4 mm (23.60 in) | 604.698 mm (23.81 in) |
| Radius of Curvature | 1500 mm (59.06 in) | -- |
| Screen Format | 16:9 | -- |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 521.395 mm (20.53 in) | 527.04 mm (20.75 in) |
| Active Display Height | 293.285 mm (11.55 in) | 296.46 mm (11.67 in) |
| Display Area | 88.02 % (percent) | 89.47 % |
| Panel Type? | VA | IPS |
| Panel Technology | VA | -- |
| Backlight Type? | W-LED | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte / Response time - 1 ms (MPRT - Motion Picture Response Time) | Anti-glare / Matte |
| Resolution & Pixel Details | ||
| Native Resolution | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p | 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p |
| Pixel Density | 93 ppi / 36 ppcm | 92 ppi / 36 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.272 mm (millimeters) | 0.275 mm (0.01 in) |
| Picture Quality & Color | ||
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 300 cd/m² | 300 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 3000 : 1 | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | 96 % | 126 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 75 % | 96 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 80 % | 91 % |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 200 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 240 Hz | 48 Hz - 200 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | -- | 0.5 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync? | VESA Adaptive Sync | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync? | -- | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes | -- |
| AI Gaming Features | Yes | Yes |
| Console Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 1 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | -- | 54.9 k Hz - 220.18 k Hz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.2 | 1.2 |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
| Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features | ||
| Built-In Camera | No | -- |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | No | No |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No | No |
| Portrait Mode | No | No |
| Security Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock | Kensington Lock |
| Dimensions, Weight & Design | ||
| Dimensions With Stand | 539.81 mm x 416.01 mm x 220.09 mm | 541.93 mm x 398.32 mm x 220.17 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 539.81 mm x 321.82 mm x 81.18 mm | 541.93 mm x 322.26 mm x 60 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 3.2 kg (7.05 lbs) | 2.88 kg (6.35 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 220.09 mm (8.66 in) | 220.17 mm (8.67 in) |
| Power & Operating Conditions | ||
| Power Input | 100–240V | -- |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Electric Current | -- | 3 A |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W | -- |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 90 % | 20 % - 90 % |
| Operating Altitude | -- | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % | 10 % - 90 % |
| Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features | ||
| Flicker-Free | Yes | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes | Yes |
| OSD Software | -- | Yes |
| On-Screen Display | -- | Yes |
| AI Visual | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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| Certifications, Standards & Licenses | ||
| TÜV Flicker-Free | Yes | -- |
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes | -- |
| RoHS | Yes | -- |
| CE | Yes | -- |
| FCC | Yes | -- |
| WEEE | Yes | -- |
| Included Accessories | ||
| HDMI Cable | HDMI cable | HDMI cable |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Package Dimensions | -- | 600 mm x 396 mm x 125 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 600 mm (23.62 in) | 600 mm (23.62 in) |
| Package Height | 411 mm (16.18 in) | 396 mm (15.59 in) |
| Package Depth | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Package Weight | 5.02 kg (11.07 lbs) | 4.7 kg (10.36 lbs) |
Verdict
Bottom line
The 245C X24 offers 240 Hz, 3000:1 contrast and a second HDMI port. The MAG 244F is a lighter 2.88 kg IPS with 96% DCI-P3, 0.5 ms MPRT and 200 Hz, but only one HDMI input. The deciding factor is refresh rate and inputs versus colour gamut and weight.
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245C X24
- 240 Hz against 200 Hz refresh
- 3000:1 contrast for deeper blacks
- Two HDMI 2.0 plus DisplayPort 1.2
Buy this ifMSI MAG 244F
- 96% DCI-P3 gamut on Rapid IPS
- 0.5 ms MPRT response at 200 Hz
- Lightest at 2.88 kg for small desks
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Competitive gaming | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 240 Hz against 200 Hz |
| Colour work | MSI MAG 244F | 96% DCI-P3 against 75% |
| Dark-room contrast | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 3000:1 VA |
| Multi-device setups | MSI MAG 245C X24 | Two HDMI ports |
| Small desks | MSI MAG 244F | 2.88 kg, 23.8 inches |
| Stand flexibility | Tie | Both tilt only |
Data & scoring note
Methodology: The verdict and comparison notes on this page were written and checked by an editor working from the full specification table below. Conclusions are based on manufacturer-listed specifications only - no benchmark testing, measured brightness or hands-on use is claimed unless stated. Missing values are left blank rather than estimated. Report an error.
Updated: August 2026
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