MSI Optix G242P Gaming Monitor with Adaptive Sync

MSI has announced the eSport 1080p cheap 144hz monitor called Optix G242P, built on a 23.8-inch IPS panel with Full HD resolution (1920 × 1080 pixels), a brightness of 250 cd/m2, and high contrast of 1000: 1.

The cheap 144hz monitor is compatible with Adaptive Sync technology, designed to improve the smoothness of the gameplay. The Night Vision function helps to improve the visibility of dark areas of the image, which allows you to gain an advantage over rivals in the virtual space.

The panel has a refresh rate of 144 Hz and a response time of 1 ms. It claims 94.6 percent coverage of the DCI-P3 color space and 127.7 percent coverage of the sRGB color space. The horizontal and vertical viewing angles reach 178 degrees. Dynamic contrast ratio – 100,000,000: 1.

There are two HDMI 1.4 interfaces and one Display Port 1.2a connector, as well as a standard 3.5mm audio jack. The display is framed by narrow bezels on three sides – at the top and in the sides.

The stand provides a full range of adjustments: change in height, tilt and swivel angles, conversion from landscape to portrait. Anti-Flicker and Less Blue Light help reduce eye strain during hours of battles.

Price and availability

The price of the MSI Optix G242P 1080p 144hz monitor has been set at $189.99 and is finally available to purchase via the Adorama.com website.

MSI Optix G242P specifications

• Display: 3.8-inch Anti-glare IPS panel
• Resolution: 1920 x 1080 (FHD)
• Refresh rate: 144 Hz
• Response time: 1 ms
• Brightness: 250 nits
• Viewing angles: 178°(H) / 178°(V)
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Contrast ratio: 1000:1
• DCR: 100000000:1
• Active display area: 527.04(H) x 296.46(V)
• Pixel pitch: 0.2745(H) x 0.2745(V)
• Colors: 16.7M
• DCI-P3 / SRGB: 94.6% / 127.7%
• Features: Adaptive Sync, Kensington lock, 5-way OSD navigation joystick
• Audio: 2x 1W Built-in Speakers
• Ports: 1x Display Port (1.2a), 2x HDMI (1.4), 1x Earphone out
• VESA mount: 100 x 100 mm
• Stand: Tilt -5° ~ 20°, Swivel -45° ~ 45°, Height 0 ~ 130mm, Pivot 90° ~ 90°
• Dimensions: 540.2 x 514.3 x 233.7 mm
• Weight: 5.36kg / 11.82lbs

Recently, MSI has also made available the Optix MAG162V portable travel monitor for gaming for budget users. It measures 15.6 inches diagonally and has an IPS panel with full HD resolution (1920 x 1080 pixels).