MSI Optix MAG321CURV 32" 4K Curved Gaming Monitor (2019)

77% Neofiliac72% External
Keywords: 1500r4kcurved-monitorgaminghdrhigh-endmonitormsi

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Product Overview

MSI Optix MAG321CURV is a high-end 32-inch 4K 1500R-curved gaming monitor in MSI's 2019 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit VA panel.
Its 1500R curvature provides a more immersive visual experience. The included stand comes with tilt 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.

Ratings

What we found**

Neofiliac score 77% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • 1500R curvature
  • Stand with tilt and height adjustments
  • Fast 1 ms response time
  • High 2500:1 contrast ratio
  • 10-bit display panel
Cons

    What external reviewers found***

    External score 72% (not directly comparable across industries)
    Pros
    • Good color coverage
    • Good contrast and black levels
    • Solid build quality
    • Sleek design
    • Sharp, accurate color in SDR and HDR modes
    Cons
    • No adaptive sync
    • No G-Sync support
    • No gamma presets
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    Price Comparison

    Specifications

    Connectivity

    Ports
    1x USB 3.1 (Type-C), 2x HDMI 2.0, 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x DisplayPort 1.2, 2x USB 2.0 (downstream), 1x USB 2.0 (upstream)

    Construction

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

    Dimensions

    Size | Depth
    10.31 in / 262 mm w/ stand
    Size | Height
    20.08 in / 510 mm w/ stand
    Size | Width
    27.95 in / 710 mm
    Weight
    7.3 kg / 16 lbs w/ stand

    Display

    Aspect Ratio
    16:9
    Brightness
    300 nits
    Contrast Ratio
    2500:1 (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
    81% NTSC, 103% sRGB
    Pixel Density
    139 ppi
    Pixel Pitch
    0.182 mm
    Refresh Rate
    48 Hz ~ 60 Hz
    Resolution
    4K (3840x2160)
    Response Time
    1 ms (min)
    Viewing Angle
    178° H / 178° V

    Function

    HDR
    HDR
    Operating Humidity
    10 % ~ 80 %
    Operating Temperature
    10 °C ~ 40 °C , 50 °F ~ 104 °F
    Video
    MSI Mystic Light, Flicker-free technology, Low Blue Light

    Performance

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

    Production

    Debut
    2019

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    External Reviews

    pcmag[1]

    Reviewer score 70%
    Reviewers from pcmag have found the following***:
    MSI's Optix MAG321CURV is a decent, price-aggressive monitor. It's not the screaming high-response twitch monitor that hardcore gamers lust for. It lacks the sizzling refresh rate and adaptive sync technology of competitive gaming monitors. But its high resolution and adept handling of photos make it suitable for home-office use.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Sleek design
    • Good color coverage
    • Solid build quality
    Cons
    • No G-Sync support
    • No adaptive sync

    tomshardware[2]

    Reviewer score 74%
    Reviewers from tomshardware have found the following***:
    The MAG321CURV doesn't let you adjust gamma, so you'll have to accept a light value of around 2.03. Activating the User Color Temperature cut brightness by more than half. With detail set to its max level, we were able to game at a consistent 60 fps.
    Find the original article here.
    Pros
    • Sharp, accurate color in SDR and HDR modes
    • Good contrast and black levels
    Cons
    • No G-Sync or FreeSync
    • No gamma presets

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    References

    1. ^ MSI Optix MAG321CURV Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/msi-optix-mag321curv. 2020-08-13. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
    2. ^ MSI Optix MAG321CURV 32-Inch 4K Gaming Monitor Review: Budget-Friendly. [tomshardware]. https://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/msi-optix-mag321curv. 2020-07-06. Retrieved 2022-01-06.

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