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MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 180 Hz · MSI global specification
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27 in
Resolution
2560 × 1440
Refresh rate
180 Hz
Panel
Rapid IPS LCD
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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD monitor on its supplied stand, official front view with manufacturer sample screen artwork
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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Refresh rate180 Hz → 165 Hz
  • PanelRapid IPS LCD → Rapid IPS LCD with Quantum Dot
  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort: up to 165 Hz; USB-C (DP Alt Mode): up to 165 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort 1.2a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode; headphone output
  • Named adaptive-sync technologyAMD FreeSync → NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible; AMD FreeSync Premium
3 more differences
  • Stand adjustmentTilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±45°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel −75° to +75°; pivot −90° to +90°; height 0–100 mm
  • VESA mounting pattern75 × 75 mm → 100 × 100 mm
  • On-screen controls5-way joystick with custom shortcuts → 5-way OSD navigation joystick

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440

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Exact model: 27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 165 Hz · MSI global specification

Sources: 38 of 39 specifications cited.

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Screen diagonal27 in
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Manufacturer panel diagonal; rounded size printed on marketing imagery may differ.

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD — exact model specifications
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD — exact model specifications
Refresh rate165 Hz
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DisplayPort: up to 165 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode: up to 165 Hz, at native 2560 × 1440 resolution. Source, cable and selected mode must support the signal.

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD — exact model specifications
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD with Quantum Dot
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MSI MAG 274QF monitor on its supplied stand, official front view with manufacturer sample screen artwork
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MSI MAG 274QF

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR2); 2 × HDMI 2.0b; headphone output
  • USB-CYes → No
  • USB hubYes → No
  • HDR supportVESA DisplayHDR 400 → HDR Ready
5 more differences
  • Height-adjustable standYes → No
  • Stand adjustmentTilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±45°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm → Tilt −5° to +20°; no height, swivel or pivot adjustment
  • VESA mounting pattern75 × 75 mm → 100 × 100 mm
  • Picture-in-picture / picture-by-pictureYes → No
  • Built-in KVMYes → No

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440 · Refresh rate 180 Hz · Panel Rapid IPS LCD

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Exact model: 27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 180 Hz · MSI global specification

Sources: 42 of 42 specifications cited.

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  • HDMI 2.0b tops out at 144 Hz at 2560 × 1440, the stand only tilts, and HDR is listed only as HDR Ready with no DisplayHDR certification. There are no USB ports, speakers or PIP/PBP.MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications
Key specification sources
Screen diagonal27 in
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Manufacturer panel diagonal; rounded size printed on marketing imagery may differ.

MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications
Refresh rate180 Hz
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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
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD
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MSI MAG 274QF — exact model specifications
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MSI MAG 274QRFW: one monitor with its supplied stand, shown from the front at an angle
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MSI MAG 274QRFW

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; headphone output
  • USB-CYes → No
  • USB hubYes → No

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440 · Refresh rate 180 Hz · Panel Rapid IPS LCD

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Exact model: 27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 180 Hz · exact MSI global configuration

Sources: 58 of 65 specifications cited.

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Screen diagonal27 in
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MSI MAG 274QRFW exact datasheetMSI MAG 274QRFW user guide V1.0 November 2023
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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MSI MAG 274QRFW exact datasheetMSI MAG 274QRFW user guide V1.0 November 2023
Refresh rate180 Hz
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At 2560 × 1440 through DisplayPort; HDMI maximum 144 Hz. Compatible source, cable and mode required.

MSI MAG 274QRFW exact datasheetMSI MAG 274QRFW user guide V1.0 November 2023
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD
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MSI MAG 274QRFW exact datasheetMSI MAG 274QRFW user guide V1.0 November 2023
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MSI MAG 275QF monitor at an angle, with its splayed stand and the manufacturer's green MAG screen artwork.
US model · UK differences possible

MSI MAG 275QF

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort; 2 × HDMI
  • USB-CYes → No
  • USB hubYes → No
  • VESA mounting pattern75 × 75 mm → 100 × 100 mm
1 more difference
  • Picture-in-picture / picture-by-pictureYes → No

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440 · Refresh rate 180 Hz · Panel Rapid IPS LCD

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Exact model: MAG 275QF · 27-inch Rapid IPS · US specification

Sources: 36 of 41 specifications cited · 1 with conflicting sources, shown as such.

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Screen diagonal27 in
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MSI MAG 275QF — manufacturer specifications
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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MSI MAG 275QF — manufacturer specifications
Refresh rate180 Hz
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Maximum via DisplayPort; HDMI supports up to 144 Hz.

MSI MAG 275QF — manufacturer specifications
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD
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MSI MAG 275QF — manufacturer specifications
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MSI G272QPF E2: one monitor with its supplied stand, shown from the front at an angle
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MSI G272QPF E2

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort: up to 180 Hz; HDMI: up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4 (HBR2); 2 × HDMI 2.0b; headphone output
  • USB-CYes → No
  • USB hubYes → No
  • HDR supportVESA DisplayHDR 400 → HDR Ready
3 more differences
  • Stand adjustmentTilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±45°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±30°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm
  • VESA mounting pattern75 × 75 mm → 100 × 100 mm
  • Picture-in-picture / picture-by-pictureYes → No

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440 · Refresh rate 180 Hz · Panel Rapid IPS LCD

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Exact model: 27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 180 Hz · exact MSI global configuration

Sources: 50 of 54 specifications cited · 1 with conflicting sources, shown as such.

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50/54 listed facts sourced. Checked 28 Sept 2026. This describes source coverage, not product quality or independent testing.

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49
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Screen diagonal27 in
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Active screen diagonal. Screens with different aspect ratios have different usable areas at the same diagonal.

MSI G272QPF E2 — exact model datasheetMSI G272QPF E2 (3CD3) user guide, V1.1 October 2024
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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MSI G272QPF E2 — exact model datasheetMSI G272QPF E2 (3CD3) user guide, V1.1 October 2024
Refresh rate180 Hz
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Up to 180 Hz at 2560 × 1440 through DisplayPort; HDMI is limited to 144 Hz.

MSI G272QPF E2 — exact model datasheetMSI G272QPF E2 (3CD3) user guide, V1.1 October 2024
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD
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MSI G272QPF E2 — exact model datasheetMSI G272QPF E2 (3CD3) user guide, V1.1 October 2024
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MSI G274QPF monitor on its supplied stand, official front view with manufacturer sample screen artwork
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MSI G274QPF

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

  • Refresh rate180 Hz → 170 Hz
  • Native-resolution input limitsDisplayPort and USB-C DP Alt Mode: 2560 × 1440 up to 180 Hz; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz → DisplayPort and USB-C: 2560 × 1440 up to 170 Hz with DP OverClocking; HDMI: 2560 × 1440 up to 144 Hz
  • Inputs and versions1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.0b; USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode with up to 15 W Power Delivery; headphone output
  • USB-C charging65 W → 15 W
  • USB hubYes → No
1 more difference
  • Stand adjustmentTilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±45°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel −45° to +45°; pivot −90° to +90°; height travel 0–130 mm

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 2560 × 1440 · Panel Rapid IPS LCD

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Exact model: 27-inch · 2560 × 1440 · 170 Hz · MSI global specification

Sources: 61 of 66 specifications cited.

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Screen diagonal27 in
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Manufacturer panel diagonal; rounded size printed on marketing imagery may differ.

MSI G274QPF — exact model specifications
Native resolution2560 × 1440
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Manufacturer specification

MSI G274QPF — exact model specifications
Refresh rate170 Hz
Evidence & conditions

Manufacturer specification

At 2560 × 1440 over DisplayPort or USB-C with DP OverClocking on; default 165 Hz. HDMI supports up to 144 Hz. Needs a compatible source and cable; lower the rate if overclocking causes errors.

MSI G274QPF — exact model specificationsMSI G274QPF exact user guide V1.0 (June 2023)
Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD
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MSI G274QPF — exact model specifications
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