MSI Optix AG321CQR 32" QHD Curved Gaming Monitor (2021)
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MSI Optix AG321CQR is a premium 32-inch QHD curved gaming monitor in MSI's 2021 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit VA panel.
Its 1500R curvature provides a more immersive visual experience. In terms of color reproduction, one can expect above average performance. The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty.
In terms of drawbacks, this monitor lacks HDR support and is not very bright.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 72% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- 1500R curvature
- Rich color reproduction
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- High 3000:1 contrast ratio
- 10-bit display panel
Cons
- No publicized HDR support
- Display panel not very bright
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x DisplayPort 1.2, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x USB 3.0 (Type-B; upstream), 2x HDMI 2.0
Construction
Adjustment | Height
90 mm / 3.5433 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-5° ~ 5°
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
18.33 in / 465.6 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
27.95 in / 710 mm
Weight
6.599 kg / 15 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
250 nits
Contrast Ratio
3000:1 (static), 100000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
Display Curvature
1500R
Display Diagonal
32" (31.54 in / 801 mm)
Display Type
VA, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
98% DCI-P3, 124% sRGB
Pixel Density
93 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.273 mm
Refresh Rate
48 Hz ~ 165 Hz
Resolution
QHD (2560x1440)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Operating Humidity
20 % ~ 90 %
Operating Temperature
0 °C ~ 40 °C , 32 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync Premium
Video
Low Blue Light, MSI Mystic Light, Wide Color Gamut, Night Vision, Flicker-free technology
Performance
Power Consumption
45 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable (optional), USB Type-B upstream cable (optional)
Debut
2021
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