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MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

UK manufacturer catalogue configuration · 9S6-3CF09H-013

Screen size: 27 in
Resolution: 3840x2160 (UHD)
Refresh rate: 160 Hz
Panel: Rapid IPS Mini-LED

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MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M

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Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → usb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; usb 2.0 type a: 2; usb 2.0 type b: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a (HBR3)

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 3840x2160 (UHD) · Refresh rate 160 Hz · Panel Rapid IPS Mini-LED

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Exact model: UK manufacturer catalogue configuration · 9S6-3CF09H-022

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Published capabilities and maximum figures are manufacturer claims. They do not establish independently measured performance, stock or compatibility outside the stated conditions.MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M — official UK specification table

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Screen diagonal27 in

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Manufacturer-stated panel diagonal. Original: 27" (68.58 cm)

MSI MPG 274URDFW E16M — official UK specification table

Native panel resolution3840x2160 (UHD)

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Refresh rate at native resolution160 Hz

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Original manufacturer refresh modes: UHD:160Hz, FHD:320Hz. Input, resolution, adaptive-sync and signal-frequency limits remain in separate specifications.

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Panel technologyRapid IPS Mini-LED

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MSI MAG 322URDF E16

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

Screen size27 in → 31.5 in
PanelRapid IPS Mini-LED → Rapid IPS
Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → headphone-out: 1; usb 2.0 type a: 2; usb 2.0 type b: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1; displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a
HDR support claimVESA DisplayHDR 1000 → VESA DisplayHDR 400
Adaptive-sync technologyNVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible / AMD FreeSync™ Premium → Adaptive-Sync

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Stand adjustmentsadjustment (tilt): -5° ~ 20°; adjustment (swivel): -30° ~ 30°; adjustment (height): 0 ~ 110 mm; adjustment (pivot): -90° ~ 90° → adjustment (tilt): -5° ~ 15°; adjustment (swivel): -30° ~ 30°; adjustment (height): 0 ~ 110 mm; adjustment (pivot): -10° ~ 10°

Same: Resolution 3840x2160 (UHD) · Refresh rate 160 Hz

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Exact model: UK manufacturer catalogue configuration · 9S6-3DD89T-003

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Published capabilities and maximum figures are manufacturer claims. They do not establish independently measured performance, stock or compatibility outside the stated conditions.MSI MAG 322URDF E16 — official UK specification table

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Screen diagonal31.5 in

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Manufacturer-stated panel diagonal. Original: 31.5" (80.01 cm)

MSI MAG 322URDF E16 — official UK specification table

Native panel resolution3840x2160 (UHD)

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MSI MAG 322URDF E16 — official UK specification table

Refresh rate at native resolution160 Hz

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Original manufacturer refresh modes: UHD:160Hz, FHD:320Hz. Input, resolution, adaptive-sync and signal-frequency limits remain in separate specifications.

MSI MAG 322URDF E16 — official UK specification table

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MSI MPG 274URF QD

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

PanelRapid IPS Mini-LED → Rapid IPS
Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → 1 x DisplayPort (1.4a) 2 x HDMI™ (2.1) 1 x Type-C (DP alt.) w/ PD 65W; 2 x USB 2.0 Type-A 1 x USB 2.0 Type-B; 1 x Headphone-out

Same: Screen size 27 in · Resolution 3840x2160 (UHD) · Refresh rate 160 Hz

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Exact model: Global manufacturer model · MPG 274URF QD · regional retail SKU not specified

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Figures are manufacturer claims, with the stated modes and conditions. Regional retail SKU, retailer stock and unstated measurements are not established; conflicting manufacturer dimensions remain unresolved.MSI MPG 274URF QD — exact manufacturer specifications

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Manufacturer display diagonal27 in

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MSI MPG 274URF QD — exact manufacturer specifications

Manufacturer panel resolution3840x2160 (UHD)

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Source heading: panel resolution. Original manufacturer scope and qualifications retained.

MSI MPG 274URF QD — exact manufacturer specifications

Declared refresh at the stated panel resolution160 Hz

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Manufacturer refresh row: 160Hz. Dual-mode and signal-frequency ranges are separate source rows; ambiguous mode mappings remain unknown.

MSI MPG 274URF QD — exact manufacturer specifications

Panel technologyRapid IPS

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Source heading: panel type. Original manufacturer scope and qualifications retained.

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MSI MAG 274UPF E2

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

Resolution3840x2160 (UHD) → 3840 × 2160
PanelRapid IPS Mini-LED → Rapid IPS LCD
Manufacturer refresh modesUHD:160Hz, FHD:320Hz → HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C: 3840 × 2160 up to 160 Hz
Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.1; 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode and up to 15 W Power Delivery; headphone output
HDR support claimVESA DisplayHDR 1000 → Yes

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Adaptive-sync technologyNVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible / AMD FreeSync™ Premium → AMD FreeSync
Stand adjustmentsadjustment (tilt): -5° ~ 20°; adjustment (swivel): -30° ~ 30°; adjustment (height): 0 ~ 110 mm; adjustment (pivot): -90° ~ 90° → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±30°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm
VESA mounting pattern100x100mm → 75 × 75 mm

Same: Screen size 27 in · Refresh rate 160 Hz

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Exact model: 27-inch · 3840 × 2160 · 160 Hz · MSI global specification

Sources: 74 of 86 specifications cited · 2 with conflicting sources, shown as such.

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USB-C charging is limited to 15 W and there is no USB data hub. MSI's KVM information for this model is inconsistent, so check before relying on KVM.MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 exact-model user guide MSI MAG 274UPF E2 KVM FAQ 11335
MSI's datasheet labels the HDR support as both DisplayHDR 400 and DisplayHDR True Black 400, so check the listing if HDR certification matters.MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 features
MSI lists the HDMI and DisplayPort cables as optional and says contents vary by country, so check what the listing includes.MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 exact-model user guide

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Screen diagonal27 in

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MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 exact-model user guide

Native resolution3840 × 2160

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MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 exact-model user guide

Maximum listed refresh rate160 Hz

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HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C: 3840 × 2160 up to 160 Hz. Compatible source and cable required.

MSI MAG 274UPF E2 global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF E2 exact-model user guide

Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD

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MSI MAG 274URFW

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

Resolution3840x2160 (UHD) → 3840 × 2160
PanelRapid IPS Mini-LED → Rapid IPS LCD
Manufacturer refresh modesUHD:160Hz, FHD:320Hz → HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C: 3840 × 2160 up to 160 Hz
Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.1; 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode and up to 15 W Power Delivery; headphone output
HDR support claimVESA DisplayHDR 1000 → Yes

3 more differences

Adaptive-sync technologyNVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible / AMD FreeSync™ Premium → AMD FreeSync Premium
Stand adjustmentsadjustment (tilt): -5° ~ 20°; adjustment (swivel): -30° ~ 30°; adjustment (height): 0 ~ 110 mm; adjustment (pivot): -90° ~ 90° → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±30°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm
VESA mounting pattern100x100mm → 75 × 75 mm

Same: Screen size 27 in · Refresh rate 160 Hz

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Exact model: 27-inch · 3840 × 2160 · 160 Hz · exact MSI global configuration

Sources: 56 of 65 specifications cited.

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USB-C charging is limited to 15 W, there are no USB data ports, and wall or arm mounting uses a 75 × 75 mm VESA pattern.MSI MAG 274URFW — manufacturer specifications MSI MAG 274URFW — exact model datasheet

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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 MAG 274URFW — manufacturer specifications MSI MAG 274URFW — exact model datasheet

Native resolution3840 × 2160

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MSI MAG 274URFW — manufacturer specifications MSI MAG 274URFW — exact model datasheet

Refresh rate160 Hz

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Up to 160 Hz at 3840 × 2160 through DisplayPort, HDMI or USB-C DisplayPort Alt Mode.

MSI MAG 274URFW — manufacturer specifications MSI MAG 274URFW — exact model datasheet

Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD

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MSI MAG 274UPF

Compared with yours · MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M

Resolution3840x2160 (UHD) → 3840 × 2160
Refresh rate160 Hz → 144 Hz
PanelRapid IPS Mini-LED → Rapid IPS LCD
Manufacturer refresh modesUHD:160Hz, FHD:320Hz → HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C: 3840 × 2160 up to 144 Hz
Connections, counts and versionsusb type c (displayport alternate): 1; headphone-out: 1; hdmi: 2; hdmi version: 2.1 (FRL 6G); displayport: 1; displayport version: 1.4a → 1 × DisplayPort 1.4a; 2 × HDMI 2.1; 1 × USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode and up to 65 W Power Delivery; headphone output

4 more differences

HDR support claimVESA DisplayHDR 1000 → Yes
Adaptive-sync technologyNVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible / AMD FreeSync™ Premium → AMD FreeSync Premium; NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible
Stand adjustmentsadjustment (tilt): -5° ~ 20°; adjustment (swivel): -30° ~ 30°; adjustment (height): 0 ~ 110 mm; adjustment (pivot): -90° ~ 90° → Tilt −5° to +20°; swivel ±45°; pivot ±90°; height travel 130 mm
VESA mounting pattern100x100mm → 75 × 75 mm

Same: Screen size 27 in

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Exact model: 27-inch · 3840 × 2160 · 144 Hz · MSI global specification

Sources: 79 of 86 specifications cited · 1 with conflicting sources, shown as such.

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79/86 listed facts sourced. Checked 28 Sept 2026. This describes source coverage, not product quality or independent testing.

Manufacturer facts: 77
Calculated from sources: 2
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MPRT and Adaptive-Sync can't run together, and PIP/PBP doesn't support HDR and runs at up to 60 Hz.MSI MAG 274UPF global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF exact-model user guide
MSI's datasheet lists 98% DCI-P3 but the manual lists 97%, so check the listing if colour coverage matters.MSI MAG 274UPF global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF exact-model user guide
MSI lists the HDMI, USB-C, USB upstream and DisplayPort cables as optional and says contents vary by country, so check what the listing includes.MSI MAG 274UPF global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF exact-model user guide

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Screen diagonal27 in

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MSI MAG 274UPF global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF exact-model user guide

Native resolution3840 × 2160

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Maximum listed refresh rate144 Hz

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HDMI, DisplayPort and USB-C: 3840 × 2160 up to 144 Hz. Set HDMI 2.1 to PC for 144 Hz. Compatible source and cable required.

MSI MAG 274UPF global datasheet MSI MAG 274UPF exact-model user guide

Panel technologyRapid IPS LCD

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