MSI Optix MAG321QR 32" QHD Gaming Monitor (2021)

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Product Overview

MSI Optix MAG321QR is a quality 32-inch QHD gaming monitor in MSI's 2021 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit IPS panel.
Notably, this monitor supports HDR up to DisplayHDR 400. In terms of color reproduction, one can expect above average performance. The included stand comes with tilt, swivel, 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.

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Neofiliac score 93% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • DisplayHDR 400
  • Rich color reproduction
  • Stand with tilt, swivel, and height adjustments
  • Fast 1 ms response time
  • High 1200:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
  • Support for NVIDIA G-SYNC
Cons

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    Specifications

    Connectivity

    Ports
    1x USB 3.1 (Type-B; Gen 1; upstream), 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 2x USB 2.0 (Type-A; downstream), 1x USB 2.0 (Type-C; upstream; 15W; DP Alt Mode)

    Construction

    Adjustment | Height
    130 mm / 5.1181 in
    Adjustment | Pivot
    N/A
    Adjustment | Swivel
    -45° ~ 45°
    Adjustment | Tilt
    -5° ~ 20°
    Camera
    No
    Colors
    Black
    VESA Mount
    100 x 100 mm

    Dimensions

    Size | Depth
    9.2 in / 233.68 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height
    18.76 in / 476.52 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width
    28.2 in / 716.2 mm
    Weight
    8.23 kg / 18 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio
    16:9
    Brightness
    350 nits / 400 nits (peak)
    Contrast Ratio
    1200:1 (static), 100000000:1 (dynamic)
    Display Backlight
    W-LED
    Display Color Depth
    10 bits (8 bits + FRC), 1073741824 colors
    Display Diagonal
    32" (31.54 in / 801 mm)
    Display Type
    IPS, Anti-glare/Matte
    Gamut
    93% DCI-P3, 127.1% sRGB
    Input Lag
    15.7 ms
    Pixel Density
    93 ppi
    Pixel Pitch
    0.272 mm
    Refresh Rate
    48 Hz ~ 165 Hz
    Resolution
    QHD (2560x1440)
    Response Time
    1 ms (min)
    Viewing Angle
    178° H / 178° V

    Function

    HDR
    DisplayHDR 400
    Operating Humidity
    10 % ~ 80 %
    Operating Temperature
    10 °C ~ 40 °C , 50 °F ~ 104 °F
    Variable Framerate
    NVIDIA G-SYNC
    Video
    Low Blue Light, MSI Mystic Light, Night Vision, 5-way OSD navigation joystick, Flicker-free technology

    Performance

    Power Consumption
    32 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)

    Production

    Debut
    2021

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