MSI G321CU 4K gaming monitor with 144 Hz and HDMI 2.1

From the Taiwanese company, MSI comes with a new 4K gaming monitor 144Hz 1ms called G321CU, which measures 31.5 inches diagonally and houses a VA panel with 4K resolution ( 3840 x 2160 pixels) at a maximum of 144 Hz. The contrast ratio is rated at 3000:1, the typical brightness at 300 cd/m², and the color depth at 10 bits ( 8 bits + FRC ).

The data sheet also mentions 1500 R curvature, 114 percent sRGB, 91 percent DCI-P3, 90 percent Adobe RGB and HDR-ready support. The latter will probably not be able to pull out any trees due to the moderate brightness and missing dimming zones. To ensure tearing-free gaming fun, FreeSync Premium is at the start.

The interface selection includes two HDMI 2.1 inputs, one DisplayPort 1.4a input (with DSC), a headphone output, and one USB-C port with DisplayPort alternate mode and a 15-watt power supply. All graphic signal inputs are capable of displaying 4K at 144 Hz. In terms of ergonomics, the display offers inclination, VESA mount compatibility (100 x 100 mm), blue light filtering, and a flicker-reduced backlight.

The MSI G321CU 4K gaming monitor 144Hz 1ms offers picture-in-picture or picture-by-picture modes and a black stabilizer, which measures 710.5 x 423.3 x 96.8 mm (W x H x D) without the stand.

Price and availability

The MSI G321CU 4K PC gamer monitor with a refresh rate of 144Hz and a response time of 1ms has been priced at $529.99 and can be purchased on Amazon.com.

Updated on February 13, 2023: the MSI G321CU 144Hz 4K monitor is now also listed on the Amazon.co.uk store for £686.21.

MSI G321CU specifications

• Display: 31.5-inch Anti-glare VA panel
• Curvature: 1500R
• Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (4K UHD)
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• SDR Brightness: 300 nits
• Contrast ratio: 3000:1
• Dynamic Contrast ratio (DCR): 100000000:1
• Refresh rate: 144HZ
• Response time: 1ms (MPRT)
• Viewing angles: 178°(H)/178°(V)
• Display colors: 1.07B
• Color Bit: 10 bits (8 bits + FRC)
• ADOBE RGB / DCI-P3 / SRGB: 90% / 91% / 114%
• Features: HDR Ready, Night Vision, AMD Freesync premium Technology, Less Blue Light Pro, Anti-Flicker, Console Mode, Wide Color Gamut, PBP, PIP, Split mode, Kensington Lock, Frameless design
• Ports: 1x DisplayPort (1.4a), 2x HDMI (2.1), 1x Type-C (DP alt.) w/ PD 15W charging, 1x headphone out
• Stand: Tilt (-5° ~ 20°)
• VESA Mount: 100 x 100 mm
• Dimensions: 710.5 x 249.3 x 528.2 mm (with stand)

MSI recently introduced the MSI G273CQ 1440p gaming monitor with a curved display. The new WQHD 2560×1440 monitor received a 1500R curvature display on a VA matrix and has been priced at $312.