RATED
Good
6.8/10
27″ MSI MAG 274QF – Full Specifications
Simple, quick and sensibly priced, the MSI MAG 274QF is a 27-inch QHD Rapid IPS gaming monitor with a 48–180 Hz range.
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Display
27 in, IPS, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
27
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 180 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
250 cd/m²
250 cd
Contrast Ratio
1000 : 1
1000
Overview
Simple, quick and sensibly priced, the MSI MAG 274QF is a 27-inch QHD Rapid IPS gaming monitor with a 48–180 Hz range. The 2560 × 1440 panel gives 109 ppi with a 0.5 ms MPRT response, 250 nits, 95% DCI-P3 and a 124% sRGB gamut figure, and accepts HDR10. A single HDMI and a DisplayPort 1.4 handle video, and a 5-way joystick and Game Assistance tools are included. It weighs 4.7 kg with a tilt-only stand, which makes it easy to mount on an arm.
- 27-inch Rapid IPS QHD (2560 × 1440) at 109 ppi
- 48–180 Hz with Adaptive-Sync, 0.5 ms MPRT
- 250 nits, 95% DCI-P3, HDR Ready, 10-bit
- 1× HDMI 2.0 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4
- 5-way joystick, Game Assistance, tilt-only stand, 4.7 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 180 Hz at QHD for a low price
- Wide 95% DCI-P3 gamut for an entry-level IPS
- Light at 4.7 kg for easy arm-mounting
- Joystick control speeds up menu changes
- Picture-by-Picture is listed
Cons
- Only one HDMI input limits multi-device setups
- Tilt-only stand has no height or swivel control
- Only 250 nits, which is modest in bright rooms
- No speakers or USB ports for accessories
Score & Ratings
6.8/10
Good
Model Information
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | MAG |
| Model | MAG 274QF |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 274QF |
| 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
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 685.655 mm (26.99 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 596.736 mm (23.49 in) |
| Active Display Height | 335.664 mm (13.22 in) |
| Display Area | 90.07 % |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
27" Display Size (68.6 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
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| 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
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Panel Bit Depth | 10 bits (8 bits + FRC) |
| FRC | Yes |
| Display Colors | 1073741824 colors / 30 bits |
| Typical Brightness | 250 cd/m² |
| Static Contrast Ratio | 1000 : 1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100000000 : 1 |
| Horizontal Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| Vertical Viewing Angle | 178 ° |
| sRGB Coverage | 124 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 95 % |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 93 % |
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
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| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 180 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 180 Hz |
| Minimum Response Time | 1 ms |
| MPRT Response Time | 0.5 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | Yes |
| Crosshair | Yes |
| AI Gaming Features |
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| Console Mode | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
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| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 90.57 kHz - 269.81 kHz |
| HDMI CEC | Yes |
| DisplayPort Input | 1 |
| DisplayPort Version | 1.4 |
| 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
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| 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 | 613.5 mm x 438.5 mm x 249.7 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 613.5 mm x 362.5 mm x 62.1 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 4.7 kg (10.36 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 249.7 mm (9.83 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 10 °C - 40 °C / 50 °F - 104 °F |
| Operating Humidity | 20 % - 90 % |
| Operating Altitude | 5000 m / 16404.2 ft |
| Storage Temperature | -20 °C - 60 °C / -4 °F - 140 °F |
| Storage Humidity | 10 % - 90 % |
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 | 5-way OSD navigation joystick; AI Vision; Game Assistance; HDR Ready; Rapid IPS; Wide Color Gamut |
Certifications, Standards & Licenses 3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| RoHS | Yes |
| CE | Yes |
| FCC | Yes |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 683 mm x 448 mm x 127 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 6.55 kg (14.44 lbs) |