MSI launches Optix MPG321UR-QD Quantum Dot Gaming Monitor

MSI has officially unveiled the gaming monitor 4K Optix MPG321UR-QD, the preparation of which was announced in June this year during the virtual exhibition Computex 2021. The 144hz 4K monitor is based on a 32-inch matrix on quantum dot.

The gaming monitor 4K panel has a resolution of 3840 × 2160 pixels, which corresponds to the 4K format. The refresh rate reaches 144Hz and the MPRT response time is 1ms. Viewing angles horizontally and vertically – up to 178 degrees.

The new 32 inch computer monitor claims 99 percent coverage of the Adobe RGB color space, 97 percent coverage of the DCI-P3 space, and 143 percent coverage of the sRGB color space. The device supports over 1 billion color reproduction.

Night Vision helps improve the visibility of dark areas of the image, which gives an edge over opponents in the game space. It reaches the peak brightness of 600 cd/m2, and the contrast ratio is 1000: 1.

The Quantum Dot display monitor offers a rich set of connectors: a DisplayPort 1.4a interface, two HDMI 2.1 connectors, asymmetrical USB Type-C port for connecting a laptop, 3.5 mm headphone, and microphone jacks, a USB 2.0 Type-A hub with six ports for peripherals.

The back of the case has a proprietary multi-color illumination Mystic Light. With the help of the stand, you can adjust the angles of inclination and rotation of the screen, as well as change the height of the working surface. The VESA mount allows the panel to be wall-mounted.

Price and availability

MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD Quantum Dot display monitor has been priced at $899.99 and is now available to pre-order via the Bhphotovideo.com website.

MSI Optix MPG321UR-QD specifications

• Display: 32-inch IPS Quantum Dot panel
• Resolution: 3840 x 2160 (UHD)
• Refresh rate: 144 Hz
• Response time: 1ms(MPRT)
• Brightness: 400 nits
• Viewing angle: 178°(H)/178°(V)
• Aspect ratio: 16:9
• Contrast ratio: 1000:1
• Pixel pitch: 0.1845 x 0.1845
• Colors: 10.7B (10Bits)
• ADOBE RGB / DCI-P3 / SRGB: 99% / 97% / 143%
• Features: G-sync compatible, Kensington lock, Frameless design, 5-way OSD navigation joystick, Console mode (2K Resolution PS5 Optimization)
• Ports: 1x Display Port (Supports UHD@144Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a), 2x HDMI ((Supports UHD@144Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1), 1x USB Type C (DP alt.), 6x USB 2.0 Type A, 3x USB 2.0 Type B, 1x Mic-in, 1x Headphone-out, 1x Audio combo jack
• VESA mount: 100 x 100 mm
• Stand: Tilt -5° ~ 20° / Swivel -30° ~ 30° / Height 0 ~ 100mm
• Dimensions: 727.1×482.2×251.8 mm
• Weight: 10.1kg

Along with this, MSI has also made available the Optix MAG321QR gaming monitor in the market. It measures 31.5 inches diagonally and uses an IPS panel with WQHD resolution (2560 x 1440 pixels) with a maximum refresh rate of 165 Hz, and is priced at $568.38.