RATED
Great
7.6/10
26.5″ MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 – Full Specifications
The MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 is a 26.5-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor that packs 165 ppi into a desk-friendly size.
MSI●Monitor
Display
26.5 in, QD-OLED, 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p
26.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 165 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1500000 : 1
1500000
Overview
The MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 is a 26.5-inch 4K QD-OLED gaming monitor that packs 165 ppi into a desk-friendly size. The 3840 × 2160 panel runs 48–165 Hz with a 0.03 ms response, 99% DCI-P3 and DisplayHDR True Black 400, with peak brightness listed at 1000 nits. Two HDMI 2.1 ports, a DisplayPort 1.4 and a 15W USB-C port are included, plus a custom heatsink, AI Vision and Optix Scope. The stand adjusts for height and swivel, and it weighs 7.7 kg.
- 26.5-inch QD-OLED 4K UHD (3840 × 2160) at 165 ppi
- 48–165 Hz, 0.03 ms response, G-Sync and Adaptive-Sync
- 250 nits typical (1000 nits peak), 99% DCI-P3, True Black 400
- 2× HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4, USB-C 15W
- Custom heatsink, 3-sided frameless design, 7.7 kg, 2026
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Very sharp 165 ppi OLED in a compact 26.5-inch size
- Custom heatsink helps panel cooling
- 99% DCI-P3 with deep OLED blacks
- Fully adjustable stand with swivel
- Two HDMI 2.1 ports for consoles and PCs
Cons
- 15W USB-C will not charge a laptop
- No portrait mode is supported
- 250 nits typical brightness is modest in daylight
- Long static HUDs call for care on OLED
Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
Model Information
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Model | MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16 |
| Model Year | 2026 |
| Monitor Type | Gaming Monitor |
| Monitor Category | 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 | Announced 2026 (per manufacturer model-year 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) |
| Panel Warranty | 3 years |
| Burn-In Warranty | 3 years OLED burn-in coverage (MSI's OLED panel guarantee, backed by MSI OLED Care) |
Display & Panel
15
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 26.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 673.1 mm (26.50 in) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 589.97 mm (23.23 in) |
| Active Display Height | 332.93 mm (13.11 in) |
| Display Area | 89.98 % |
| Panel Type | QD-OLED |
| Panel Technology | OLED |
| Panel Manufacturer | Samsung |
| OLED Technology | QD-OLED |
| Self-Emissive Display | Yes |
| Quantum Dot | Yes |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte (3H) / QD-OLED Penta Tandem / 4th Gen QD-OLED / DarkArmor Film |
26.5" Display Size (67.3 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 3840 x 2160 pixels / Ultra HD (UHD) / 4K / 2160p |
| Pixel Density | 165 ppi / 65 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.153 mm (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits |
| FRC | No |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 1000 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1500000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support |
|
| HDR10 | Yes |
| sRGB Coverage | 138 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 99 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 98 % |
| Uniformity Compensation | Yes |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
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Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
9
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 165 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 165 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 0.03 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| NVIDIA G-Sync | Yes |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
|
| Console Mode | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 30 kHz - 368.8 kHz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| USB-C Video Input | Yes |
| DisplayPort Alt Mode | Yes |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 15 W |
| Audio Output | 3.5 mm |
| Headphone Output | 3.5 mm Audio Out |
Ports & Connections
Audio, Camera, Network & Smart Features
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Built-In Camera | No |
Ergonomics & Stand
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | Yes |
| VESA Size | 100 x 100 mm |
| Removable Stand | Yes |
| Height Adjustment | Yes |
| Height Adjustment Range | 110 mm (4.33 in) |
| Tilt Adjustment | Yes |
| Forward Tilt | 5 ° |
| Backward Tilt | 20 ° |
| Swivel Adjustment | Yes |
| Left Swivel | 30 ° |
| Right Swivel | 30 ° |
| Portrait Mode | No |
| Security Lock | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Lock | Kensington Lock |
Dimensions, Weight & Design
4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 611.1 mm x 422.8 mm x 241.9 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 611.1 mm x 357.2 mm x 69.3 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 7.7 kg (16.98 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 241.9 mm (9.52 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 11
| 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 |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 80 % |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| OLED Protection | Yes |
| OLED Care | Yes |
| Pixel Shift | Yes |
| Static Logo Detection | Yes |
| Burn-In Protection | Yes (MSI OLED Care) |
| Thermal Management | Yes |
| Custom Heatsink | Yes |
| Uniformity Mode | Yes |
| AI Visual | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
|
Certifications, Standards & Licenses 7
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| TÜV Low Blue Light | Yes |
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 True Black |
| ClearMR | 9000 |
| RoHS | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
| FCC-B | Yes |
| WEEE | Yes |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 10.9 kg (24.03 lbs) |
⚡
Estimated Running Cost
Based on this product's rated power draw, not an independent lab measurement — actual usage varies with settings and content.
Daily₹0.72
Monthly₹21.60
Annually₹263
Draws less power than 83% of the 701 comparable displays we track.
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