MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 245F X24 Comparison
VA 240Hz
MSI
6.0
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
VAPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
75 %DCI-P3 Coverage
IPS 240Hz
MSI
7.0
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
87%DCI-P3 Coverage
Overview
VA or IPS is the whole question between the MSI MAG 245C X24 and the MSI MAG 245F X24, because both are Full HD 240 Hz gaming panels with 300 nits, tilt-only stands and the same two HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.2 inputs. The 245C is a 23.6-inch VA with 3000:1 contrast and 1 ms MPRT, while the 245F is a 23.8-inch IPS with 1000:1, 0.5 ms MPRT and 112% sRGB against the VA's 96%. In a MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 245F X24 matchup, 93 ppi and 92 ppi are effectively tied, so contrast and colour decide it.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6 / 10 | 7 / 10 |
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Series | MAG | MAG |
| Model | MAG 245C X24 | MAG 245F X24 |
| Model Alias | MAG245CX24 | MAG245FX24 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 245C X24 | MSI MAG 245F X24 |
| 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) | 90.95 % (percent) |
| 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 (millimeters) |
| 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 % | 112 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 75 % | 87% |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 80 % | 85 % |
| Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming | ||
| Native Refresh Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 240 Hz | 48 Hz - 240 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | -- | 0.5 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync? | VESA Adaptive Sync | VESA Adaptive Sync |
| Crosshair | Yes | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features | Yes | Yes |
| Console Mode | Yes | Yes |
| Ports & Connectivity | ||
| HDMI Ports | 2 | 2 |
| HDMI Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | -- | 53.84 k Hz - 271.16 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 | No |
| Ergonomics & Stand | ||
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm | 100 x 100 mm |
| 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 | 538.9 mm x 411.6 mm x 220 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 539.81 mm x 321.82 mm x 81.18 mm | 538.9 mm x 318.8 mm x 56.9 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 3.2 kg (7.05 lbs) | 3.25 kg (7.17 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 220.09 mm (8.66 in) | 220 mm (8.66 in) |
| Power & Operating Conditions | ||
| Power Input | 100–240V | 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 |
| 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 411 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) | 411 mm (16.18 in) |
| Package Depth | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Package Weight | 5.02 kg (11.07 lbs) | 5.32 kg (11.73 lbs) |
Verdict
Bottom line
Choose the 245C X24 if you play in dim rooms and value 3000:1 VA contrast. Go with the 245F X24 if colour and speed matter more, with an IPS panel, 112% sRGB and 0.5 ms MPRT. Both reach 240 Hz, so the deciding factor is contrast versus colour.
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245C X24
- 3000:1 VA contrast for deeper blacks
- 240 Hz at Full HD with Adaptive-Sync
- 1 ms MPRT with 93 ppi on 23.6 inches
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245F X24
- IPS panel with 112% sRGB, 87% DCI-P3
- 0.5 ms MPRT for very low blur
- Same 240 Hz range, 300 nits
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dark-room contrast | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 3000:1 against 1000:1 |
| Colour accuracy | MSI MAG 245F X24 | 112% sRGB and 87% DCI-P3 |
| Competitive gaming | MSI MAG 245F X24 | 0.5 ms MPRT, no VA smear |
| Movies at night | MSI MAG 245C X24 | Deeper blacks from VA |
| Stand flexibility | Tie | Both tilt only |
| Refresh rate | Tie | Both 48-240 Hz |
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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