MONITOR COMPARISON · UPDATED NOVEMBER 2026
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MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 255F X24 Comparison
VA 240Hz
MSI
6.0
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
VAPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
75 %DCI-P3 Coverage
IPS 240Hz
MSI
7.2
/10
240 HzRefresh Rate
IPSPanel Type
W-LEDBacklight Type
90%DCI-P3 Coverage
Overview
At 23.6 inches versus 24.5 inches the screens look similar, but the MSI MAG 245C X24 and MSI MAG 255F X24 are built on different panels. The 245C uses VA at 3000:1 contrast and 96% sRGB, while the 255F is IPS at 1000:1 with 117% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3. Both reach 240 Hz at 1920 x 1080 and 300 nits, and both have tilt-only stands, two HDMI 2.0 ports and a DisplayPort 1.2. In MSI MAG 245C X24 vs MSI MAG 255F X24 terms, the 255F answers with 0.5 ms MPRT against 1 ms but drops to 89 ppi from 93 ppi, so the larger screen is slightly less sharp.
Full Specification Comparison
| Specification | ||
|---|---|---|
| Overview | ||
| Rating | 6 / 10 | 7.2 / 10 |
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Category | Monitor | Monitor |
| Model Information | ||
| Brand | MSI | MSI |
| Series | MAG | -- |
| Model | MAG 245C X24 | MAG 255F X24 |
| Model Alias | MAG245CX24 | MAG255FX24 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 245C X24 | MSI MAG 255F 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 | 24.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 599.4 mm (23.60 in) | 622.3 mm (24.50 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) | 543.744 mm (21.41 in) |
| Active Display Height | 293.285 mm (11.55 in) | 302.616 mm (11.91 in) |
| Display Area | 88.02 % (percent) | 90.34 % (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 (3H) |
| 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 | 89 ppi / 35 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.272 mm (millimeters) | 0.28 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 % | 117 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 75 % | 90% |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 80 % | 87 % |
| 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 | -- | 52.8 k Hz - 264 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 | 557.29 mm x 418.55 mm x 220.1 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 539.81 mm x 321.82 mm x 81.18 mm | 557.29 mm x 326.85 mm x 65.52 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 3.2 kg (7.05 lbs) | 3.24 kg (7.14 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 220.09 mm (8.66 in) | 220.1 mm (8.67 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 |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W | 0.5 W / Internal Power Board |
| Off Consumption | -- | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 90 % | 20 % - 80 % |
| Operating Altitude | -- | 3658 m / 12001.3 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 % |
| Storage Altitude | -- | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
| 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 | -- | 630 mm x 404 mm x 125 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Width | 600 mm (23.62 in) | 630 mm (24.80 in) |
| Package Height | 411 mm (16.18 in) | 404 mm (15.91 in) |
| Package Depth | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 125 mm (4.92 in) |
| Package Weight | 5.02 kg (11.07 lbs) | 5.1 kg (11.24 lbs) |
Verdict
Bottom line
Pick the 245C X24 for deeper blacks from 3000:1 VA contrast and slightly crisper 93 ppi text. Buy the 255F X24 for a larger 24.5-inch IPS screen with 117% sRGB and 0.5 ms MPRT. Both hit 240 Hz, so the deciding factor is contrast versus colour.
Buy this ifMSI MAG 245C X24
- 3000:1 contrast for darker blacks
- 93 ppi, sharper than the 89 ppi rival
- 240 Hz Adaptive-Sync at 1 ms MPRT
Buy this ifMSI MAG 255F X24
- Bigger 24.5-inch IPS screen
- 117% sRGB and 90% DCI-P3 coverage
- 0.5 ms MPRT at 240 Hz
| Use case | Better pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Dark-room contrast | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 3000:1 against 1000:1 |
| Colour accuracy | MSI MAG 255F X24 | 117% sRGB against 96% |
| Competitive gaming | MSI MAG 255F X24 | 0.5 ms MPRT, IPS panel |
| Text sharpness | MSI MAG 245C X24 | 93 ppi versus 89 ppi |
| Wider field of view | MSI MAG 255F X24 | 24.5 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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