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Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES vs MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50

Which is the better buy? Side-by-side on rating, price, strengths, and watch-outs — with the published ratings we averaged to get there.

The short answer

MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 comes out ahead by a clear margin (4.1 vs 4.4). The gap is mostly about HDR-focused content creators and competitive gamers — read the strengths below before deciding.

Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES
Ranked #4 in Best OLED Gaming Monitors
Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES
$599as of Jul 6

The ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG offers a compelling 240Hz gaming experience with fast pixel response and low input lag, making it ideal for competitive gamers. PCMag's Zackery Cuevas praised its fluid performance and OLED advantages, though PCMonitors noted the glossy coating leads to reflections and a grainy look with lighter content. TweakTown rated it 95% for its sweet spot in competitive QHD gaming, despite WOLED panel limitations in color volume and brightness. This monitor suits competitive gamers who prioritize smooth refresh rates over perfect color accuracy.

Strengths
  • — 240Hz refresh rate delivers buttery smooth performance for competitive gaming
  • — WOLED panel provides fast pixel response and visually instantaneous display
  • — Low input lag makes it suitable for competitive gaming scenarios
Watch-outs
  • — Glossy screen surface causes reflections and grainy appearance with lighter content
  • — Gamma issues with darker shades that are difficult to correct without image degradation
  • — WOLED panel has limited color volume and brightness saturation simultaneously
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MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
Higher ratedRanked #2 in Best OLED Gaming Monitors
MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
$599.99as of Jul 6

The MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 delivers exceptional QD-OLED performance with its 500Hz refresh rate and improved brightness, making it a compelling choice for competitive gamers and content creators. Reviewers noted its enhanced SDR and HDR brightness levels, with the True Black 500 mode offering a noticeable luminance boost. However, the EOTF Boost HDR setting was criticized for inconsistency. KitGuru rated it 8.5/10, praising its panel performance and build quality, while PCM2 found it enjoyable for gaming but noted that the high refresh rate doesn't always translate to a meaningful performance difference in real-world use. This monitor is best suited for users seeking high refresh rate and color accuracy, though those prioritizing HDR consistency may want to consider alternatives.

Strengths
  • — 500Hz refresh rate with excellent visual fluidity for gaming
  • — Enhanced brightness levels with 320 cd/m² SDR and up to 1000 nits HDR peak
  • — 98% Adobe RGB and 99% DCI-P3 color gamut coverage
Watch-outs
  • — EOTF Boost HDR setting shows inconsistent performance and calibration issues
  • — Price point of £799 (currently £699) may be aggressive for a QD-OLED monitor
  • — 500Hz refresh rate not realistically achievable in most gaming titles without frame generation
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How they stack up

Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES

The Asus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMES offers a more balanced 240Hz refresh rate compared to the Swift OLED's 540Hz, but lacks the brightness and color saturation of the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED. Unlike the Gigabyte MO27Q28G, it doesn't offer 280Hz, though it does provide better color accuracy than the Dell Alienware AW2726DM and MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50.

MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50

The MSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 provides the highest brightness levels and HDR peak performance, surpassing the Swift OLED and Strix OLED, while offering 500Hz refresh rate that the Gigabyte MO27Q28G cannot match. However, it's more expensive than the Dell Alienware AW2726DM and lacks the 4K resolution of the MSI MPG 321URX QD-OLED.

Specs side-by-side

SpecAsus ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMESMSI MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50
Screen Size27-inch (26.5-inch viewable)26.5"
Resolution2560 x 14402560 x 1440
Panel TypeWOLEDQD-OLED
Refresh Rate240Hz500 Hz
Response Time0.1ms0.03 ms (GtG)
Brightness1000 nits300 cd/m² SDR, 1000 nits HDR peak
Color Gamut99% DCI-P398% / 99% / 138%
ConnectivityDisplayPort 1.4, 2x HDMI 2.0, 2x USB-A, headphone jack2x HDMI 2.1, 1x DisplayPort 1.4a, 1x Type-C
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