RATED
Great
7.6/10
27″ MSI MAG 274CQPDF X32 – Full Specifications
Curved VA monitors are often slower, but the MSI MAG 274CQPDF X32 breaks the pattern: a 27-inch curved QHD screen with a 320 Hz refresh and a dual mode that reaches 400 Hz at HD.
MSI●Monitor
Display
27 in, VA, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 320 Hz / Dual mode / QHD @ 320 Hz / HD @ 400 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
350 cd/m²
350 cd
Contrast Ratio
5000 : 1
5000
Overview
Curved VA monitors are often slower, but the MSI MAG 274CQPDF X32 breaks the pattern: a 27-inch curved QHD screen with a 320 Hz refresh and a dual mode that reaches 400 Hz at HD. 5000:1 contrast gives dark scenes unusual depth for an LCD, and DisplayHDR 400 reaches 450 nits peak. It's a light 4.7 kg. There's no portrait mode, and it's a 2026 announcement. It's a strong choice for competitive players who want a curved screen and the option of an extremely high refresh rate.
- 27-inch curved (1500R) VA QHD (2560 × 1440) at 109 ppi
- 48–320 Hz, AI Dual Mode for HD at 400 Hz, 0.5 ms
- 350 nits (450 nits peak), 5000:1 contrast, 95% DCI-P3, DisplayHDR 400
- 2× HDMI 2.1 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4
- AI Dual Mode, Picture-by-Picture, height and swivel stand, 4.7 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 5000:1 contrast gives very deep blacks for an LCD
- Dual mode reaches 400 Hz at HD
- Light at 4.7 kg with a height and swivel stand
- Console-ready HDMI 2.1 on two ports
- Wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut
Cons
- Vertical layouts are not supported
- No built-in speakers or USB ports
- VA response can lag in dark scenes
- Needs a strong PC to use 320 Hz at QHD
Score & Ratings
7.6/10
Great
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | MAG |
| Model | MAG 274CQPDF X32 |
| Model Alias | MAG274CQPDFX32 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 274CQPDF X32 |
| 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) |
| Burn-In Warranty | Not applicable (non-OLED panel) |
Display & Panel
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 685.8 mm (27.00 in) |
| Radius of Curvature | 1500 mm (59.06 in) |
| Screen Format | 16:9 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) |
| Display Area | 89.79 % |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Panel Technology | VA |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte / Response time - 0.5 ms (MPRT - Motion Picture Response Time) |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 109 ppi / 42 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.233 mm (0.01 in) |
Resolution at a Glance
Picture Quality & Color
14
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 350 cd/m² |
| Peak Brightness | 450 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 5000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| HDR Support | Display / HDR 400 |
| sRGB Coverage | 132.5 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 90.3 % |
| Color Adjustment | Yes |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Fills central vision comfortably at a typical desk distance — no head movement needed.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 400 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 320 Hz / Dual mode / QHD @ 320 Hz / HD @ 400 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| AMD FreeSync | Yes |
| Motion Blur Reduction | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
|
| Console Mode | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
10
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.1 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 44.44 kHz - 540.44 kHz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| DisplayPort Bandwidth | HBR3 |
| HDCP Support | Yes |
| 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 | 130 mm (5.12 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
5
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Dimensions With Stand | 613.5 mm x 403.7 mm x 278.3 mm |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 613.5 mm x 363.6 mm x 78.3 mm |
| Weight With Stand | 4.7 kg (10.36 lbs) |
| Weight Without Stand | 3 kg (6.61 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 278.3 mm (10.96 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Electric Current | 2.25 A |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 10 % - 85 % |
| Operating Altitude | 3657.6 m / 12000 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 5 % - 90 % |
| Storage Altitude | 12192 m / 40000 ft |
Eye Care, Protection & Additional Features
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Flicker-Free | Yes |
| Low Blue Light | Yes |
| OSD Software | Yes |
| On-Screen Display | Yes |
| Screen Split | Yes |
| AI Visual | Yes |
| Anti-Theft Slot | Yes (Kensington lock slot) |
| Additional Monitor Features |
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Certifications, Standards & Licenses 1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA DisplayHDR | Display / HDR 400 |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 4
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Width | 850 mm (33.46 in) |
| Package Height | 475 mm (18.70 in) |
| Package Depth | 150 mm (5.91 in) |
| Package Weight | 7.7 kg (16.98 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.
Daily₹0.01
Monthly₹0.43
Annually₹5.26
Draws less power than 94% of the 701 comparable displays we track.