LG UltraGear 27GP850 vs MSI MAG274QRF-QD | Detailed comparison
Can't decide between the LG UltraGear 27GP850 (320€) and the MSI MAG274QRF-QD (170€)? Here is a point-by-point comparison to help you choose.
LG UltraGear 27GP850320€ | MSI MAG274QRF-QD170€ | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | 320€ | 170€ |
| Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.6/5 |
| Reviews | 3,100 | 3,800 |
| Type | Gaming | Gaming |
| Size | 27" | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560x1440 | 2560x1440 |
| Panel | Nano IPS | IPS |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 170 Hz |
| HDR | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB-C | ✗ | ✗ |
| Adjustable stand | ✓ | ✓ |
| Speakers | ✗ | ✗ |
| Curved | ✗ | ✗ |
| View on Amazon | View on Amazon |
Our verdict
150€ separates the two monitors, 170€ for MSI MAG274QRF-QD against 320€ for LG UltraGear 27GP850, a gap of 88%. Both post the same 4.6/5 rating, across 3,100 and 3,800 reviews. Both are listed as gaming monitors, so the comparison comes down to the details. Here is the winner, buyer profile by buyer profile.
Tightest budget: MSI MAG274QRF-QD at 170€, 150€ less. It gives up nothing to LG UltraGear 27GP850 on the spec sheet, so the gap sits on the panel technology and the review count.
Gaming and fast motion: MSI MAG274QRF-QD and its 170 Hz against 165 Hz. The 5 Hz gap is still too small to notice with the naked eye.
Depending on the panel: LG UltraGear 27GP850 runs a Nano IPS panel, MSI MAG274QRF-QD an IPS one. Two distinct technologies at the same 2560x1440 resolution, to be settled on your own viewing habits.
Best documented purchase: MSI MAG274QRF-QD and its 3,800 reviews against 3,100, too thin a margin to decide on its own.
Frequently asked questions
LG UltraGear 27GP850 or MSI MAG274QRF-QD: which one is cheaper?
MSI MAG274QRF-QD, at 170€ against 320€, a 150€ gap and 88% of the lower price. The saving costs nothing on the spec sheet, the cheaper monitor even adds its 170 Hz. On rating, both sit at 4.6/5. On volume, 3,800 reviews for MSI MAG274QRF-QD against 3,100.
Which is better rated between LG UltraGear 27GP850 and MSI MAG274QRF-QD?
Neither, both monitors post 4.6/5. Review volume separates them slightly: 3,800 for MSI MAG274QRF-QD against 3,100 for LG UltraGear 27GP850. At equal ratings, MSI MAG274QRF-QD and its 170€ remain the rational pick. It is, however, the pricier one, 320€ against 170€.
Which one should you pick for gaming?
MSI MAG274QRF-QD, with 170 Hz against 165 Hz. The 5 Hz gap stays marginal, both cover the same ground at 2560x1440. Budget 170€ against 320€. The panel differs too, Nano IPS on one side, IPS on the other. On volume, 3,800 reviews for MSI MAG274QRF-QD against 3,100.