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MSI MSI MAG 242C – Full Specifications Monitor
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6.6/10

23.6″ MSI MAG 242C – Full Specifications

Built around a VA panel, the MSI MAG 242C runs at 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p with a 48 Hz - 180 Hz refresh range.

23.6″ · 16:9 · MODEL YEAR 2025
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Display
23.6 in, VA, 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
23.6
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 180 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
3000 : 1
3000

Pros & Cons

Pros
  • 3000 : 1 contrast is well above typical IPS panels
  • 115.8 % sRGB coverage solid coverage for everyday colour accuracy
  • Backed by 3 years standard limited warranty
  • VA panel gives deeper native blacks than typical IPS panels
  • 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
  • VA panels typically respond slower than IPS or OLED at the pixel level

Score & Ratings

6.6/10 Good
Design
6
Display
7
Color Performance
7
Performance
7
Connectivity
6
Model Information 12
Specification Value
Brand MSI
Model MAG 242C
Full Product Name MSI MAG 242C
Model Year 2025
Monitor Type Gaming Monitor
Market Position Mainstream Gaming
Primary Use Competitive & Immersive Gaming
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 11
Specification Value
Screen Size 23.6 in
Exact Diagonal 599 mm (23.58 in)
Radius of Curvature 1500 mm (59.06 in)
Aspect Ratio 16:9
Active Display Width 521.395 mm (20.53 in)
Active Display Height 293.284 mm (11.55 in)
Display Area 88.74 %
Panel Type VA
Backlight Type W-LED
3D Support No
Screen Coating Anti-glare / Matte

23.6" Display Size (59.9 cm) 16:9

59.9cm 23.6" 52.1 cm / 20.5" 29.3 cm 11.5"
Resolution & Pixel Details 3
Specification Value
Native Resolution 1920 x 1080 pixels / Full HD / 1080p
Pixel Density 93 ppi / 36 ppcm
Pixel Pitch 0.272 mm (0.01 in)

Resolution at a Glance

1920×1080 This screen 8K — 7,680×4,320 4K — 3,840×2,160 FHD — 1,920×1,080 HD — 1,280×720 2.1 MP — 1× the pixels of Full HD
Picture Quality & Color 11
Specification Value
Panel Bit Depth 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
FRC Yes
Display Colors 1073741824 colors / 30 bits
Typical Brightness 300 cd/m²
Static Contrast Ratio 3000 : 1
Dynamic Contrast Ratio 100000000 : 1
Horizontal Viewing Angle 178 °
Vertical Viewing Angle 178 °
sRGB Coverage 115.8 %
DCI-P3 Coverage 91.5 %
Adobe RGB Coverage 89.9 %
DESK DISTANCE FIT 65cm
~65 cm desk distance
Ideal Fit
44°
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide

Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.

Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming 6
Specification Value
Native Refresh Rate 180 Hz
Refresh Rate Range 48 Hz - 180 Hz
MPRT Response Time 1 ms (MPRT)
Adaptive-Sync Yes
AI Gaming Features
Yes
Console Mode Yes
Ports & Connectivity 8
Specification Value
HDMI Ports
1
HDMI Version 2.0
HDMI Bandwidth 98.496 kHz - 392.4 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

HDMIDisplayPortHeadphone3
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 4
Specification Value
Dimensions With Stand 539 mm x 394.5 mm x 220.1 mm (W x H x D)
Dimensions Without Stand 539 mm x 319.7 mm x 70.2 mm (W x H x D)
Weight With Stand 3 kg (6.61 lbs)
Stand Depth 220.1 mm (8.67 in)
Power & Operating Conditions 5
Specification Value
110V Input Range 100 V - 120 V
220V Input Range 220 V - 240 V
AC Frequency 50 Hz - 60 Hz
Sleep Consumption 0.5 W
Off Consumption 0.3 W
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features 5
Specification Value
Flicker-Free Yes
Low Blue Light Yes
AI Visual Yes
Anti-Theft Slot Yes (Kensington lock slot)
Additional Monitor Features AI Vision; Frameless Design; Game Assistance; HDR Ready; Wide Color Gamut
Included Accessories 1
Specification Value
HDMI Cable HDMI cable
Packaging Information 5
Specification Value
Package Dimensions 640 mm x 410 mm x 140 mm (W x H x D)
Package Width 640 mm (25.20 in)
Package Height 410 mm (16.14 in)
Package Depth 140 mm (5.51 in)
Package Weight 4.8 kg (10.58 lbs)
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Estimated Running Cost

Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.

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Uses about 97% less power than the average we track in this category.

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