The MSI MPG 271QRX is a 27-inch 1440p premium gaming monitor with a QD-OLED display. It joins several new QD-OLEDS of this size that are entering the market in 2024, like the Dell Alienware AW2725DF and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G6/G60SD. It has several gaming features, including a 360Hz refresh rate and support for all VRR formats, as well as full-bandwidth HDMI 2.1 ports. It also uses a heatsink instead of a fan to dissipate heat. It has several non-gaming features, like a KVM switch, which lets you switch between sources and use the same keyboard and mouse connected to the monitor. The USB-C port lets you connect your laptop and charge it simultaneously with 90W of power delivery. MSI also offers a three-year warranty on the monitor, which includes burn-in coverage.
Our Verdict
The MSI MPG 271QRX is superb for PC gaming. It has an extremely high 360Hz refresh rate, which is ideal for competitive gaming, and supports all common VRR formats. Its near-instantaneous response time results in extremely crisp images with no ghosting. It also has low input lag as long as you update it to the latest firmware. On the plus side, its near-perfect contrast ratio means deep blacks are visible next to bright highlights in darker rooms, and small highlights get bright enough to pop. Colors are also extremely rich and vivid, so gaming environments feel vibrant and life-like.
Near-infinite contrast for deep blacks in dark rooms.
- 360Hz refresh rate and VRR support.
- Near-instantaneous response time.
- HDMI 2.1 bandwidth.
- Noticeable VRR flicker with changing frame rates.
- Needs firmware update for lowest input lag.
The MSI MPG 271QRX is fantastic for console gaming. It has HDMI 2.1 bandwidth and supports any signal with the Xbox Series X|S and PS5, but with a 1440p resolution, 4k games aren't the sharpest. It has outstanding picture quality with a near-infinite contrast and bright and vivid colors. It also has a near-instantaneous response time that makes motion look extremely sharp, and it has low input lag, but you need to update it to the latest firmware to get that.
Near-infinite contrast for deep blacks in dark rooms.
- Near-instantaneous response time.
- HDMI 2.1 bandwidth.
- Small highlights pop in HDR.
- Needs firmware update for lowest input lag.
- Limited to 1440p resolution.
The MSI MPG 271QRX is decent for office work in certain circumstances. Its large 27-inch screen makes it easy to multitask, and this monitor has fantastic ergonomics, so you can place it in your preferred position for a long work session. It also has a KVM switch, so you can switch between sources and use the same keyboard and mouse connected to the monitor. However, its triangular subpixel arrangement makes text appear slightly less clear than other 27-inch 1440p monitors. OLEDs like this one are prone to burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time.
Decent reflection handling.
- Wide viewing angles.
- KVM switch.
- 90W power delivery over USB-C.
- Worse text clarity than some other 27-inch 1440p monitors.
- Not bright enough to fight the most glare.
- Prone to burn-in.
Black levels rise in bright rooms.
The MSI MPG 271QRX is excellent for media creation but has some limitations. It has an accurate sRGB mode, though you need to calibrate it for the most accurate image. Luckily, its incredibly vivid colors and extremely wide HDR gamut range allow you to edit videos in HDR with great accuracy. However, its triangular subpixel arrangement means text appears slightly less clear than other 27-inch 1440p monitors. OLEDs like this one are prone to burn-in with constant exposure to the same static elements over time.
Decent reflection handling.
- Wide viewing angles.
- KVM switch.
- 90W power delivery over USB-C.
- Small highlights pop in HDR.
- Worse text clarity than some other 27-inch 1440p monitors.
- Not bright enough to fight the most glare.
- Prone to burn-in.
Black levels rise in bright rooms.
The MSI MPG 271QRX has decent brightness. It's fine if you have a few lights around, but it doesn't get bright enough to fight intense glare. It also gets bright enough in HDR for small highlights to stand out against the rest of the image, but larger highlights are dimmer.
- Small highlights pop in HDR.
- Not bright enough to fight the most glare.
The MSI MPG 271QRX has a near-instantaneous response time, resulting in exceptionally sharp motion.
- Near-instantaneous response time.
- Outstanding refresh rate compliance.
The MSI MPG 271QRX is outstanding for HDR. Its extremely wide HDR color gamut ensures movies and shows look as creators intended, with vivid colors and subtle dark shades visible next to each other. It also has near-infinite contrast, and deep blacks are visible next to bright highlights in darker rooms.
Near-infinite contrast for deep blacks in dark rooms.
- Displays wide range of vivid colors.
The MSI MPG 271QRX has outstanding SDR picture quality, displaying deep and inky blacks and a wide range of colors.
Near-infinite contrast for deep blacks in dark rooms.
- No blooming around bright objects.
The MSI MPG 271QRX has excellent accuracy. Although it has a dedicated sRGB mode that has great accuracy, you still need to calibrate it for the best accuracy. However, it has super gray uniformity, so it keeps that accurate image the same throughout the entire screen.
- Great accuracy in sRGB mode.
- Need full calibration for best accuracy.
Performance Usages
Changelog
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Updated Dec 01, 2025:
We updated the firmware to FW.203, and we retested the HDR Brightness in the 'EOTF Boost' mode. We also retested the HDR Color Gamut and Color Volume in the 'User' picture mode.
- Updated Nov 10, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1.1. We removed the Vertical Viewing Angle test.
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Updated Jun 13, 2025:
We updated text throughout to match the new and updated tests with Test Bench 2.1, including in the Verdict section.
- Updated Jun 13, 2025: We've converted this review to Test Bench 2.1. This includes new tests for Direct Reflections, Ambient Black Level Raise, and Total Reflected Light. You can see all the changes in the changelog.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
We tested the 27-inch MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED, which is the only size available for this monitor. It's one of several monitors in MSI's 2024 lineup that feature a QD-OLED panel, including the MPG 321URX QD-OLED and the MPG 271QPX QD-OLED. However, the 321URX is a 32-inch 4k monitor with a 240Hz refresh rate, and while the 271QPX is very similar to the 271QRX, the 271QPX lacks the 271QRX's USB-A ports and only delivers 15W of power over USB-C. The results are only valid for this model.
| Model | Size | Resolution | Panel Type | Refresh Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPG 271QRX QD-OLED | 27" | 1440p | QD-OLED | 360Hz |
Our unit was manufactured in January 2024; you can see the label here. We originally tested it with firmware FW.009, but updated it to FW.010 and retested the HDR Color Gamut and VRR Flicker. The update also adds a DSC toggle, which you can read about in Refresh Rate. In July 2024, MSI released firmware FW.011, which fixes Input Lag issues. There was another update in November 2025 firmware FW.203 (also known as FW.018 and FW.109), which adds an 'EOTF Boost' mode that improves the HDR Brightness.
Popular Monitor Comparisons
The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED is a superb high-end gaming monitor, but it has some limitations. Its response time and image quality are among the best available, and it works well at high refresh rates. However, it has input lag issues at lower refresh rates that only get fixed with a firmware update, so if you want something with lower input lag out of the box, you can also check out the Gigabyte AORUS FO27Q3.
See our recommendations for the best 1440p monitors, the best 27-inch gaming monitors, and the best OLED monitors.
The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the Dell Alienware AW2725DF are premium 27-inch gaming monitors with very similar performance. If connectivity is important to you, the MSI is the better choice, as it has a KVM switch and a USB-C port with 90W of power delivery.
The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the ASUS ROG Swift OLED PG27AQDM are premium 27-inch gaming monitors. If connectivity and colors are important to you, the MSI is the better choice, as it has a KVM switch and a USB-C port, which provides 90W of power delivery. The MSI also has far more vibrant HDR colors.
The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the ASUS ROG Strix OLED XG27AQDMG are 27-inch OLED gaming monitors. The ASUS is a better option if you're gaming in a bright room, as deep blacks don't appear slightly purple when there's a lot of ambient light on the screen, and it gets much brighter. However, if you like to play competitive games, the MSI is a better choice, as it has lower input lag and a higher refresh rate.
The MSI MPG 271QRX QD-OLED and the Samsung Odyssey OLED G60SD S27DG602S are competing 1440p, 360Hz QD-OLEDs. While there are some minor differences in performance, the main difference between them is their screen coatings. The MSI has a glossy coating that results in a clearer image than the matte coating of the Samsung, which in turn does a better job at reducing glare. The MSI also has some extra perks, like a USB-C port and a KVM switch, so it's the better choice for connecting different devices and computers to it.
We buy and test more than 30 monitors each year, all of which we purchase ourselves, without cherry-picked units or samples. We put a lot into each unbiased, straight-to-the-point review, and there's a whole process from purchasing to publishing, involving multiple teams and people. We do more than just use the monitor for a week; we use specialized, custom tools to measure various aspects and deliver objective, data-driven results. We also consider multiple factors before making any recommendations, including the monitor's cost, its performance compared to the competition, and whether it's easy to find.
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