23.8-inch · 1920 × 1080 · 144 Hz · exact MSI global configuration
A 23.8-inch Full HD IPS monitor with up to 144 Hz over HDMI or DisplayPort, a 1 ms MPRT rating, AMD FreeSync and HDMI VRR for consoles.
Specifications checked 21 Sept 2026.
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27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 180 Hz · MSI global specification
A 27-inch 2560 × 1440 Rapid IPS monitor running up to 180 Hz over DisplayPort (144 Hz over HDMI), with a 0.5 ms minimum GtG rating, 95% DCI-P3 (CIE 1976) and AMD FreeSync.
Specifications checked 21 Sept 2026.
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19 verified differences, most decision-relevant first. 7 are also drawn in Visual facts above. 1 feature is the same under different published names, grouped below. Missing information stays separate.
Manufacturer specification
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Up to 144 Hz at 1920 × 1080 through HDMI or DisplayPort.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz, at native 2560 × 1440 resolution. Source, cable and selected mode must support the signal.
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Manufacturer specification · Active screen diagonal. Screens with different aspect ratios have different usable areas at the same diagonal.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer panel diagonal; rounded size printed on marketing imagery may differ.
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Manufacturer specification · Supported signal modes.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetCheck the exact input, signal mode, source and cable. A connector version or supported timing does not guarantee every console mode, VRR setting or game frame rate.
Manufacturer specification · Up to 144 Hz at 1920 × 1080 through HDMI or DisplayPort.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz, at native 2560 × 1440 resolution. Source, cable and selected mode must support the signal.
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MSI lists only tilt for this stand; its specification and datasheet have no height, swivel or pivot rows, so those are not confirmed either way. · Manufacturer specification
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetCompare the supplied stand and mounting requirements. These affect positioning and desk fit; they do not establish panel quality. Check any separately stated limits or conflicting dimensions.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer brightness figure; not HDR peak.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Typical SDR brightness; not an HDR peak figure.
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Manufacturer specification · Where FRC is listed, the panel uses frame-rate control to reach the stated colour depth.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · MSI states 10 bits (8 bits + FRC): 10-bit output from an 8-bit panel using frame-rate control.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsStated colour bit depth, which can include dithering (FRC). It does not establish measured colour accuracy or smoother gradients.
Manufacturer specification · Figures above 100% are volume relative to sRGB, not coverage.
MSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Figures above 100% describe colour volume relative to sRGB, not coverage.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer Console Mode list; not 1440p or 4K input support.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer Console Mode list over HDMI; not 4K input support.
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Manufacturer specification · Static contrast.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Stated as 8 bits via 6 bits + FRC.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Stated as 10 bits via 8 bits + FRC.
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Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer global accessory list; regional box contents may vary.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer global accessory list; regional box contents may vary.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · GtG, MPRT and input lag are different measures; minimum values are not averages.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · GtG, MPRT and input lag measure different things.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsCheck the exact configuration and source conditions for your use.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer assembled dimensions with stand; MSI lists W × D × H, shown here width × height × depth. Stand depth excludes additional cable clearance; this is not panel thickness.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions with stand, shown width × height × depth. Stand depth is not panel thickness and excludes additional cable clearance.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer assembled dimensions with stand; MSI lists W × D × H, shown here width × height × depth. Stand depth excludes additional cable clearance; this is not panel thickness.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions with stand, shown width × height × depth. Stand depth is not panel thickness and excludes additional cable clearance.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer specification
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer net weight (NW); gross carton weight 4.8 kg is separate.
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetManufacturer specification · Manufacturer net weight (NW); gross carton weight 6.55 kg is separate.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsA size or weight trade-off; it does not establish the better product.
The sources publish different names for the same feature. Both names and their sources are shown; they are not counted as differences.
Manufacturer specification
MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetBoth sources state the same feature under different published names. This is not a verified difference; check the exact feature you need.
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Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Height) N/A row.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Swivel) N/A row.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Pivot) N/A row.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer SPEAKER N/A row; headphone output only.
MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specificationsEvidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
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Evidence is missing or conflicting on at least one side. This is not a verified difference.
17 shared fields have the same recorded value.
| Specification | MSI G242L E14 | MSI MAG 274QF |
|---|---|---|
Screen diagonalDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Active screen diagonal. Screens with different aspect ratios have different usable areas at the same diagonal. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer panel diagonal; rounded size printed on marketing imagery may differ. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 23.8 in | 27 in |
Native resolutionDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 1920 × 1080 | 2560 × 1440 |
Panel technology SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | IPS LCD | Rapid IPS LCD |
Aspect ratio SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 16:9 | 16:9 |
Declared brightnessDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer brightness figure; not HDR peak. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Typical SDR brightness; not an HDR peak figure. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 300 cd/m² | 250 cd/m² |
Static contrast claimDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Static contrast. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 1500:1 | 1000:1 |
Colour depthDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Where FRC is listed, the panel uses frame-rate control to reach the stated colour depth. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · MSI states 10 bits (8 bits + FRC): 10-bit output from an 8-bit panel using frame-rate control. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 8-bit (6-bit + FRC) | 8-bit + FRC |
Screen shape SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | Flat | Flat |
HDR support SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · HDR Ready input support; not a DisplayHDR certification. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · No DisplayHDR certification listed. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | HDR Ready | HDR Ready |
Viewing angles (H / V) Sources | 178° / 178° | 178° / 178° |
Screen surface Sources | Anti-glare | Anti-glare |
Published colour-gamut figuresDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Figures above 100% are volume relative to sRGB, not coverage. MSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Figures above 100% describe colour volume relative to sRGB, not coverage. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Adobe RGB 83%; DCI-P3 83%; sRGB 111% (CIE 1976) | Adobe RGB 93%; DCI-P3 95%; sRGB 124% (CIE 1976) |
Displayable coloursDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Stated as 8 bits via 6 bits + FRC. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Stated as 10 bits via 8 bits + FRC. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 16.7 million | 1.07 billion |
Refresh rateDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Up to 144 Hz at 1920 × 1080 through HDMI or DisplayPort. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz, at native 2560 × 1440 resolution. Source, cable and selected mode must support the signal. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 144 Hz | 180 Hz |
Response method and claimDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · GtG, MPRT and input lag are different measures; minimum values are not averages. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · GtG, MPRT and input lag measure different things. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 1 ms MPRT | 0.5 ms GtG minimum |
Adaptive sync SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Needs a compatible source device, input and driver; console VRR support varies. MSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Check that your graphics card or console, input and mode support the listed technology. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Yes | Yes |
Listed sync technology SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Needs a compatible source, input, mode and driver. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Requires a compatible source, port, driver and mode. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | AMD FreeSync | AMD FreeSync |
HDMI VRR SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · MSI states VRR support for PS5 and Xbox over the HDMI 1.4b input; the console, firmware and timing must also support VRR. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · MSI states VRR support for PS5 and Xbox; console, firmware and selected timing must also support VRR. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Yes | Yes |
Native-resolution input limitsDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Supported signal modes. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | DisplayPort: up to 144 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz | DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz |
Maximum HDMI refresh at native resolution SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · 1920 × 1080 over HDMI 1.4b with a compatible source and cable. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · 2560 × 1440 over HDMI 2.0b, using a compatible source and cable. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 144 Hz | 144 Hz |
Published activated refresh rangeDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 48–144 Hz | 48–180 Hz |
Inputs and versionsDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Up to 144 Hz at 1920 × 1080 through HDMI or DisplayPort. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz, at native 2560 × 1440 resolution. Source, cable and selected mode must support the signal. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 1 × HDMI 1.4b; 1 × DisplayPort 1.2a; headphone output | 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR2); 2 × HDMI 2.0b; headphone output |
USB hub SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · MSI lists no USB ports for this model. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · MSI lists USB ports as N/A. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | No | No |
USB-C connection SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Video ports are 1 × HDMI 1.4b and 1 × DisplayPort 1.2a; USB ports N/A. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Video ports are 2 × HDMI 2.0b and 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; USB ports N/A. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | No | No |
Picture-in-picture / picture-by-picture SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer non-support statement. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer non-support statement. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | No | No |
KVM function SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer non-support statement. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer non-support statement. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | No | No |
HDMI CEC SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · CEC behaviour depends on the source device. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · CEC behaviour depends on the source device. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Yes | Yes |
Accepted console/video input modesDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer Console Mode list; not 1440p or 4K input support. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer Console Mode list over HDMI; not 4K input support. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 1080p at 60/120 Hz | 1080p at 60/120 Hz; 1440p at 60/120 Hz |
DisplayPort version SourcesMSI MAG 274QF No source recorded. | 1.2a (HBR2) | Not provided |
Built-in speakers SourcesMSI G242L E14 No source recorded. MSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Explicit manufacturer SPEAKER N/A row; headphone output only. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Not provided | No |
Dimensions with standDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer assembled dimensions with stand; MSI lists W × D × H, shown here width × height × depth. Stand depth excludes additional cable clearance; this is not panel thickness. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions with stand, shown width × height × depth. Stand depth is not panel thickness and excludes additional cable clearance. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 540.1 × 407 × 220.1 mm (width × height × depth, with stand) | 613.5 × 438.5 × 249.7 mm (width × height × depth, with stand) |
Stand depthDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer assembled dimensions with stand; MSI lists W × D × H, shown here width × height × depth. Stand depth excludes additional cable clearance; this is not panel thickness. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer dimensions with stand, shown width × height × depth. Stand depth is not panel thickness and excludes additional cable clearance. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 220.1 mm | 249.7 mm |
VESA mounting pattern SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 100 × 100 mm | 100 × 100 mm |
Stand adjustmentDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 MSI lists only tilt for this stand; its specification and datasheet have no height, swivel or pivot rows, so those are not confirmed either way. · Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | Tilt −5° to +20° | Tilt −5° to +20°; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment |
Dimensions without standDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheet | 540.1 × 316.4 × 48.7 mm (width × height × depth) | 613.5 × 362.5 × 62.1 mm (width × height × depth) |
Weight with standDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer net weight (NW); gross carton weight 4.8 kg is separate. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer net weight (NW); gross carton weight 6.55 kg is separate. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 3.1 kg | 4.7 kg |
Listed cables and power accessoriesDifferent SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer global accessory list; regional box contents may vary. MSI G242L E14 — manufacturer specificationsMSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Manufacturer global accessory list; regional box contents may vary. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | 1 × HDMI cable (1.4b); power cord (C13); quick guide | 1 × DisplayPort cable (1.4a); power cord (C13); quick guide |
Height-adjustable stand SourcesMSI G242L E14 No source recorded. MSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Height) N/A row. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Not provided | No |
Swivelling stand SourcesMSI G242L E14 No source recorded. MSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Swivel) N/A row. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Not provided | No |
Portrait pivot SourcesMSI G242L E14 No source recorded. MSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Supplied stand, per the manufacturer Adjustment (Pivot) N/A row. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Not provided | No |
AC input Sources | 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz (internal power board) | 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz (internal power board) |
A.I. Vision image-processing control SourcesMSI G242L E14 Manufacturer specification · Dark-area and brightness/saturation enhancement feature. MSI G242L E14 — exact model datasheetMSI MAG 274QF Manufacturer specification · Dark-area enhancement feature. MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications | Yes | Yes |
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