MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 245PF X24 Comparison
VA 240Hz
MSI
6.0
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
VAPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
75 %DCI-P3 Coverage
IPS 240Hz
MSI
7.4
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
87%DCI-P3 Coverage
Overview
A stand makes the difference here more than the panel. The MSI MAG 245PF X24 adds 130 mm of height adjustment, swivel and pivot, where the MSI MAG 245C X24 only tilts. Both run 1920 x 1080 at up to 240 Hz and 300 nits, so the MAG 245C X24 vs MAG 245PF X24 choice also turns on panel type: a 23.6-inch VA with 3000:1 contrast and 1 ms MPRT, or a 23.8-inch IPS with 1000:1, 0.5 ms MPRT and 87% DCI-P3. The PF is heavier at 5.3 kg versus 3.2 kg, which is the price of that adjustable stand. Inputs are identical, two HDMI 2.0 and one DisplayPort 1.2, and neither has speakers.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6 / 10 | 7.4 / 10 |
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Series | MAG | MAG |
| Model | MAG 245C X24 | MAG 245PF X24 |
| Model Alias | MAG245CX24 | MAG245PFX24 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 245C X24 | MSI MAG 245PF 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 | 130 mm |
| Height Adjustment Range | -- | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | No | Yes |
| Left Swivel | -- | 30 ° |
| Right Swivel | -- | 30 ° |
| Left Pivot | -- | 90 ° |
| Right Pivot | -- | 90 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No | Yes |
| 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 377.6 mm x 227.9 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) | 5.3 kg (11.68 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 220.09 mm (8.66 in) | 227.9 mm (8.97 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 504 mm x 140 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) | 504 mm (19.84 in) |
| Package Depth | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 140 mm (5.51 in) |
| Package Weight | 5.02 kg (11.07 lbs) | 7.7 kg (16.98 lbs) |
Verdict
Bottom line
The 245PF X24 is the stronger monitor for most buyers, with an IPS panel, 0.5 ms MPRT and a stand that raises 130 mm and pivots. The 245C X24 only wins if dark-room contrast at 3000:1 matters most. The deciding factor is ergonomics and IPS colour versus VA depth.
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245C X24
- 3000:1 contrast for richer dark scenes
- Lighter at 3.2 kg than 5.3 kg
- 93 ppi, slightly sharper than 92 ppi
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245PF X24
- Stand adjusts 130 mm with swivel and pivot
- 112% sRGB and 87% DCI-P3 colour
- 0.5 ms MPRT at 240 Hz
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Desk ergonomics | MSI MAG 245PF X24 | 130 mm height, swivel and pivot |
| Dark-room contrast | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 3000:1 against 1000:1 |
| Colour accuracy | MSI MAG 245PF X24 | 112% sRGB against 96% |
| Competitive gaming | MSI MAG 245PF X24 | 0.5 ms MPRT on IPS |
| Movies at night | MSI MAG 245C X24 | VA gives deeper blacks |
| Portrait coding | MSI MAG 245PF X24 | Pivot stand |
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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