MSI G274QPF-QD Gaming Monitor with Quantum Dot Panel, 170Hz, and 1ms

MSI has expanded its range of G Sync Esports monitors with the G274QPF-QD model for gaming computers. The device is made on a Rapid IPS panel, which provides a GtG response time of 1 ms and a refresh rate of 170 Hz.

The panel has a traditional flat shape; its diagonal is 27 inches. Implemented quantum dot technology, which improves color reproduction. In particular, 95% coverage of the DCI-P3 color space and 80% coverage of the REC.2020 color space are declared. The number of reproducible shades exceeds 1 billion.

The resolution of the G274QPF-QD is 2560 × 1440 pixels, which corresponds to the WQHD format. The brightness reaches 400 cd/m2 (VESA DisplayHDR 400 standard), the contrast ratio is 1000:1, and the dynamic contrast ratio is 100,000,000:1. Viewing angles horizontally and vertically – up to 178 degrees.

We are talking about compatibility with NVIDIA G-Sync technology, designed to improve the smoothness of the gameplay. The Night Vision system improves the visibility of dark areas of the image.

The G Sync Esports monitor includes two HDMI 2.0b interfaces, a DisplayPort 1.4 connector, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The stand provides complete freedom of adjustment, including translation from landscape to portrait.

Price and availability

MSI G274QPF-QD 27-inch WQHD monitor is listed on the Amazon.co.uk store for £426.09.

Updated on March 13, 2023: This MSI G274QPF-QD 27-inch WQHD monitor is now also available from Amazon.com and Newegg.com for $329.99.

MSI G274QPF-QD specifications

• Display: 27-inch Rapid IPS Quantum Dot panel, Anti-glare
• Active display area: 597.6 (H) x 336.15 (V)
• Resolution: 2560×1440 (WQHD)
• Pixel pitch: 0.2331(H)x0.2331(V)
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Brightness: 300 (Typ.) / 400 (HDR Peak)
• Contrast ratio: 1000:1
• DCR: 100000000:1
• Refresh rate: 170Hz
• Response time: 1ms (GtG)
• Viewing angle: 178° (H) / 178° (V)
• Adobe RGB / DCI-P3 / sRGB: 93% / 95% / 150%
• Display colors: 1.07B(8bit + FRC)
• Features: Night vision, Smart cross-hair, Game Intelligence app, KVM, RGB Mystic light, Anti-Flicker, Less Blue Light, DisplayHDR 400, G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium, Kensington lock, Console mode, Frameless design
• Stand: Tilt (-5° ~ 20°), Swivel (-45° ~ 45°), Height (0 ~ 130mm), Pivot (-90° ~ 90°)
• VESA mount: 75 x 75 mm
• Ports: 2x HDMI™ (Supports WQHD@144Hz as specified in HDMI™ 2.0b), 1x DisplayPort (Supports WQHD@170Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4 By DP overclocking), 1x Type-C (DP Alt.), 1x Headphone out
• Dimensions: 613.49 x 196.48 x 402.08 mm (with stand)
• Weight: 6.05 kg ((with stand)

MSI recently introduced the MAG321QR-QD, a 32-inch 1440p monitor with HDR, 170Hz refresh rate, USB hub, console mode, VESA DisplayHDR 400 certified, and is priced at £582.11.