MSI Optix MAG301CR3 30" UW-FHD Curved Ultra-Wide Gaming Monitor (2021)
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MSI Optix MAG301CR3 is a mainstream 30-inch UW-FHD ultra-wide curved gaming monitor in MSI's 2021 lineup. It is powered by a 10-bit VA panel with 90% DCI-P3 coverage and 200Hz max refresh rate.
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.
Ratings
What we found**
Neofiliac score 79% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Ultra-wide form factor
- 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
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Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
1x USB 3.2 (Type-B; Gen 1; upstream), 2x HDMI 2.0 (b), 1x 3.5 mm Audio Out, 1x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 1x USB (Type-C; upstream; DP Alt Mode), 2x USB 3.2 (Type-A; Gen 1; downstream)
Construction
Adjustment | Height
100 mm / 3.937 in
Adjustment | Pivot
-5° ~ 5°
Adjustment | Swivel
-45° ~ 45°
Adjustment | Tilt
-5° ~ 20°
Camera
No
Colors
Black
Form Factor
Curved monitor
VESA Mount
75 x 75 mm
Dimensions
Size | Depth
11.3 in / 287 mm w/ stand
Size | Height
16.22 in / 412 mm w/ stand
Size | Width
27.68 in / 703 mm
Weight
7.15 kg / 16 lbs w/ stand
Display
Aspect Ratio
21:9
Brightness
300 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
30" (29.5 in / 749.358 mm)
Display Type
VA, Anti-glare/Matte
Gamut
90% DCI-P3, 110% sRGB
Pixel Density
94 ppi
Pixel Pitch
0.27 mm
Refresh Rate
48 Hz ~ 200 Hz
Resolution
UW-FHD (2560x1080)
Viewing Angle
178° H / 178° V
Function
Licenses
CE, FCC-B, RoHS, WEEE
Operating Humidity
20 % ~ 90 %
Operating Temperature
10 °C ~ 40 °C , 50 °F ~ 104 °F
Variable Framerate
AMD FreeSync Premium
Video
Flicker-free technology, Frameless Design, HDR Ready, Mystic Light, Low Blue Light, Game Mode, 5-way OSD navigation joystick, Night Vision, Wide Color Gamut
Performance
Power Consumption
32 W (average) / 0.5 W (sleep) / 0.3 W (off)
Production
Accessory
DisplayPort cable (optional), HDMI cable (optional), USB upstream cable (optional)
Debut
2021
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