RATED
Good
6.8/10
31.5″ MSI MAG 321CQF E18 – Specs & Features
The MSI MAG 321CQF E18 pairs a 31.5-inch VA panel at 2560 × 1440 with a refresh rate of up to 180 Hz.
MSI●Monitor
Display
31.5 in, VA, 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p
31.5
Refresh Rate
48 Hz - 180 Hz
48 Hz
Brightness
300 cd/m²
300 cd
Contrast Ratio
3000 : 1
3000
Overview
The MSI MAG 321CQF E18 pairs a 31.5-inch VA panel at 2560 × 1440 with a refresh rate of up to 180 Hz. It offers 93 ppi pixel density, 300 nits typical brightness, 3000:1 static contrast and 124% sRGB and 92% DCI-P3 coverage. Variable refresh covers 48–180 Hz, quotes 0.5 ms MPRT response and supports Adaptive-Sync. Inputs include 2× HDMI 2.0 and 1× DisplayPort 1.4. The stand tilts only. There are no speakers, and it weighs 6.34 kg with the stand. It suits players who want smooth motion for fast games. The main trade-off: tilt-only stand has no height, swivel or pivot adjustment.
- 31.5-inch VA, 2560 × 1440 at 93 ppi
- 48–180 Hz, 0.5 ms MPRT response, Adaptive-Sync
- 300 nits, 3000:1 contrast, 124% sRGB, 92% DCI-P3
- 2× HDMI 2.0, 1× DisplayPort 1.4
- tilt-only stand, no speakers, 6.34 kg
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 180 Hz refresh keeps fast games smooth
- 0.5 ms MPRT response leaves very little pixel blur in motion
- 124% sRGB coverage gives accurate everyday colour
- 3000:1 contrast gives deeper blacks than typical IPS
- Adaptive-Sync support reduces tearing
Cons
- Tilt-only stand has no height, swivel or pivot adjustment
- QHD on 31.5 inches (93 ppi) is less sharp than QHD or 4K panels
- No built-in speakers, so headphones or external audio are needed
- VA panel can smear dark transitions in fast scenes
Score & Ratings
6.8/10
Good
Model Information
13
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | MSI |
| Series | MAG |
| Model | MAG 321CQF E18 |
| Full Product Name | MSI MAG 321CQF E18 |
| 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 | 31.5 in |
| Exact Diagonal | 801 mm (31.54 in) |
| Radius of Curvature | 1500 mm (59.06 in) |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Active Display Width | 697.344 mm (27.45 in) |
| Active Display Height | 392.256 mm (15.44 in) |
| Display Area | 90.64 % (percent) |
| Panel Type | VA |
| Backlight Type | W-LED |
| 3D Support | No |
| Screen Coating | Anti-glare / Matte |
31.5" Display Size (80 cm) 16:9
Resolution & Pixel Details
3
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Resolution | 2560 x 1440 pixels / Quad HD (QHD) / 1440p |
| Pixel Density | 93 ppi / 36 ppcm |
| Pixel Pitch | 0.272 mm (millimeters) |
Resolution at a Glance
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 | 124 % |
| DCI-P3 Coverage | 92% |
| Adobe RGB Coverage | 89 % |
DESK DISTANCE FIT
65cm
CompactIdeal FitWideUltra-Wide
Fills more of your view — great for productivity, may need slight head turns toward the edges.
Refresh Rate, Response & Gaming
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Native Refresh Rate | 180 Hz |
| Refresh Rate Range | 48 Hz - 180 Hz |
| MPRT Response Time | 0.5 ms (MPRT) |
| Adaptive-Sync | VESA AdaptiveSync |
| AI Gaming Features |
|
| Console Mode | Yes |
| Picture-by-Picture | Yes |
| Picture-in-Picture | Yes |
Ports & Connectivity
8
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| HDMI Ports |
|
| HDMI Version | 2.0 |
| HDMI Bandwidth | 70.8 kHz - 266.4 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
11
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VESA Mount | 100 x 100 mm |
| 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 | 711.6 mm x 503.1 mm x 269.5 mm (W x H x D) |
| Dimensions Without Stand | 711.6 mm x 424.1 mm x 91 mm (W x H x D) |
| Weight With Stand | 6.34 kg (13.98 lbs) |
| Stand Depth | 269.5 mm (10.61 in) |
Power & Operating Conditions 12
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Power Input | 100–240V |
| 110V Input Range | 100 V - 120 V |
| 220V Input Range | 220 V - 240 V |
| AC Frequency | 50 Hz - 60 Hz |
| Average Power Consumption | 26 W |
| Sleep Consumption | 0.5 W |
| Off Consumption | 0.3 W |
| Operating Temperature | 0 °C - 40 °C / 32 °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 | AI Vision; Frameless Design; Game Assistance; HDR Ready; Navi Key; Rapid VA; Wide Color Gamut |
Included Accessories
1
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort Cable | DisplayPort cable |
Packaging Information 2
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Package Dimensions | 800 mm x 518 mm x 169 mm (W x H x D) |
| Package Weight | 9.4 kg (20.72 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₹4.80
Monthly₹144
Annually₹1,752
Draws more power than 100% of the 695 comparable displays we track.