MSI
MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor
A solid mid-range pick in the ultrawide monitors line-up, with 40 in up front.
59/100
40 in155 HzIPS1 msDisplayHDR 40021:9
£399best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- FreeSync
- Above-average hdmi ports
- Above-average usb-c
- No kvm switch
- No g-sync
Score profile
Scored against the ultrawide monitors classWhere the MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Display
Size40 "
Resolution3440
Aspect ratio21
Panel typeIPS
Refresh rate155 Hz
Response time1 ms
Peak brightness400 nits
Colour depth1.07
HDR and contrast
HDR certificationDisplayHDR 400
Contrast ratio1000
Ports
HDMI ports2
HDMI version2
DisplayPort1
DisplayPort version1.4
USB-C1
Gaming features
FreeSyncYes
Ergonomics
VESA mountYes
Audio
Built-in speakersEarphone out jack
More specs
RGB lightingYes
Color depth bit10
Response time1 ms
Max brightness400 nits
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowMSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor vs CronusPro CronusPro 34 Inch Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor
MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming MonitorCronusPro 34 Inch Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor
| MSIMSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming MonitorThis page | CronusProCronusPro 34 Inch Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 59 /100Better | 58 /100 |
| Size | 40 " | 34 " |
| Refresh | 155 Hz | 165 HzBetter |
| Panel type | IPS | — |
| Curvature | — | Curved Gaming Monitor, UWQHD (3440x1440) 165Hz, 1ms MPRT, 21:9, 4000:1, 127% sRGB, 1500R |
| Aspect ratio | 21 | 21 |
| Response | 1 ms | 1 ms |
Who it's for
Is the MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable ultrawide monitor for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need kvm switch, in which case a higher-tier ultrawide monitor is the better call.
Home cinema viewer
Wants the best picture for films and gaming nights.
good
Everyday watcher
Mixed TV, streaming and the odd console session.
good
Budget upgrader
Replacing an older set without overspending.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 59/100 against other ultrawide monitors, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the MSI MAG 401QR 40" Ultrawide Gaming Monitor?
Its freesync stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Vibox 49 Inch 165Hz Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor?
The Vibox 49 Inch 165Hz Ultrawide Curved Gaming Monitor scores 61/100 versus this one at 59/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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