MSI Optix MAG321CURV 32" 4K Curved Gaming Monitor (2019)
77% Neofiliac72% External
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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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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%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.
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Pros
- Sleek design
- Good color coverage
- Solid build quality
Cons
- No G-Sync support
- No adaptive sync
tomshardware[2]
Reviewer score 74%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
- ^ MSI Optix MAG321CURV Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/msi-optix-mag321curv. 2020-08-13. Retrieved 2022-01-06.
- ^ 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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