MSI Optix MAG2742 27" FHD Gaming Monitor (2021)
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MSI Optix MAG2742 is a mainstream 27-inch FHD gaming monitor in MSI's 2021 lineup. It is powered by a basic 8-bit IPS panel.
The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments that make for a more ergonomic viewing experience. With a fast 1 ms response time, this display is a good gaming option. Additionally, this monitor can get quite contrasty.
In terms of drawbacks, this monitor lacks HDR support. Further, the 8-bit panel is rather limiting in terms of color reproduction.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 64% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Stand with tilt, swivel, pivot, and height adjustments
- Fast 1 ms response time
- High 1000:1 contrast ratio
- Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC
Cons
- No publicized HDR support
- 8-bit display panel
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x USB 2.0 (Type-B; upstream), 1x Ethernet RJ45, 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 2x HDMI 2.0 (b), 1x USB (Type-C; upstream; DP Alt Mode), 2x USB 2.0 (Type-A; downstream)
Construction
Adjustment | Height
100 mm / 3.937 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-90° ~ 90°
Adjustment | Swivel
-75° ~ 75°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
VESA Mount
100 x 100 mm
Dimensions
Size | Depth
8.14 in / 206.7 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
17.04 in / 432.7 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
24.21 in / 614.9 mm
Weight
6.05 kg / 13 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
16:9
Brightness
300 nits
Contrast Ratio
1000:1 (static), 100000000:1 (dynamic)
Display Backlight
W-LED
Display Color Depth
8 bits, 16777216 colors
Display Diagonal
27" (27 in / 685.891 mm)
Display Type
IPS, Anti-glare/Matte
Pixel Density
81 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.311 mm
Refresh Rate
30 Hz ~ 165 Hz
Resolution
FHD (1920x1080)
Response Time
1 ms (min)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Operating Humidity
20 % ~ 90 %
Operating Temperature
10 °C ~ 40 °C , 50 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
NVIDIA G-SYNC
Video
Frameless Design, Game Mode, HDR Ready, Night Vision, Low Blue Light, Gaming OSD App, 5-way OSD navigation joystick, Flicker-free technology, Wide Color Gamut
Performance
Power Consumption
32 W (average)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional)
Debut
2021
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