MSI Optix MAG301CR 30" Ultra-Wide Curved Gaming Monitor
72% Neofiliac
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Product Overview
MSI Optix MAG301CR is a 30-inch ultra-wide gaming monitor with a 1500R-curved VA panel that delivers 200Hz refresh rate, 1ms response time, and over 98% DCI-P3 coverage.
With its 21:9 aspect ratio, the Optix MAG301CR is able to offer a wider field of view for more immersive in-game visuals. Its fast response time and high refresh rate, combined with AMD FreeSync support, allows it to deliver smooth frames that professional and enthusiast gamers can all appreciate.
Needless to say, the MAG301CR comes with MSI's flavor of RGB lighting. It features a stand that is tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustable.
For those who prefer a flat form factor, MSI has introduced the flat MAG301RF with an IPS panel in 2021.
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What we found**
Neofiliac score 72% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Ultra-wide form factor
- 1500R curvature
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- Fast 1 ms response time
- High 3000:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
Cons
- No publicized HDR support
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
2x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream), 2x HDMI 2.0 (b), 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 1x USB 3.2 (Type-C; Gen 1; 15W; DP Alt Mode), 1x USB 3.2 (Type-B; Gen 1; upstream)
Construction
Adjustment | Height
110 mm / 4.3307 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-30° ~ 30°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Curved monitor
VESA Mount
75 x 75 mm
Dimensions
Size | Depth
11.3 in / 286.9 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
20.21 in / 513.3 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
27.67 in / 702.9 mm
Weight
5.8 kg / 13 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
21:9
Brightness
300 nits
Contrast Ratio
3000:1 (static)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
Display Curvature
1500R
Display Diagonal
30" (29.77 in / 756.2 mm)
Display Type
VA, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
98.29% DCI-P3, 127.39% sRGB
Pixel Density
93 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.272 mm
Refresh Rate
30 Hz ~ 200 Hz
Resolution
UW-FHD (2560x1080)
Response Time
1 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Licenses
CE, FCC-B, RoHS, WEEE
Operating Humidity
20 % ~ 90 %
Operating Temperature
10 °C ~ 40 °C , 50 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync
Video
Frameless Design, Gaming OSD App, Wide Viewing Angle, Low Blue Light, MSI Macro Key, MSI Mystic Light, HDR Ready, Navi Key, Flicker-free technology, Night Vision
Performance
Power Consumption
60 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), USB upstream cable (optional)
Debut
2020
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