MSI
MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K
A entry-level 4k monitor for anyone building a living-room setup, leading with 27 in.
52/100
27 in160 HzMini-LED0.5 msDisplayHDR 10003840 x 2160
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Why we rate it
- G-Sync
- FreeSync
- Tilt
- Above-average peak brightness
- No kvm switch
- Below-average refresh rate
Score profile
Scored against the 4k monitors classWhere the MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size27 "
Resolution3840
Aspect ratio16
Panel typeMini-LED
Refresh rate160 Hz
Response time0.5 ms
Peak brightness1000 nits
Colour depth10
sRGB coverage143
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationDisplayHDR 1000
Contrast ratio1000
Ports
HDMI ports2
HDMI version2.1
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.4
USB-C1
USB-C Power Delivery15 W
Gaming features
G-SyncYes
FreeSyncYes
Ergonomics
TiltYes
SwivelYes
PivotYes
VESA mount100
Height adjust110 mm
Weight0.32 kg
Build
Chassis materialBlack
More specs
USB c ports1
Vesa mount100 mm
HDMI 2 1 ports2
Dci p3 coverage98 %
Head to head
Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K vs KTC KTC 4K Gaming Monitor 27 Inch
MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4KKTC 4K Gaming Monitor 27 Inch
| MSIMSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4KThis page | KTCKTC 4K Gaming Monitor 27 Inch | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 52 /100Better | 51 /100 |
| Size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Refresh | 160 Hz | 160 Hz |
| Panel type | Mini-LED | IPS |
| Response | 0.5 msBetter | 1 ms |
| HDR certified | DisplayHDR 1000 | HDR400 |
| Peak | 1000 nits | — |
Who it's for
Is the MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable 4k monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier 4k monitor is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
okay
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
good
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 52/100 against other 4k monitors, a entry-level result where the class average is around 51.
What stands out on the MSI MAG 274UPDF E16M 27-inch 4K?
Its g-sync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the BenQ MA320U?
The BenQ MA320U scores 53/100 versus this one at 52/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
