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AOC I1601FWUX vs MSI G274QPF: Comparison
What is the difference between AOC I1601FWUX and MSI G274QPF?
Start with response time, because it is the widest measured gap between them: AOC I1601FWUX 5 ms against MSI G274QPF 1 ms, 400% in favour of MSI G274QPF. Add refresh rate to that, 60 Hz on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 170 Hz on the MSI G274QPF, and the pattern holds. Add max refresh rate to that, 60 Hz on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 170 Hz on the MSI G274QPF, and the pattern holds. MSI G274QPF also leads on screen size, 15.6 in on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 27 in on the MSI G274QPF.
AOC I1601FWUX vs MSI G274QPF: which one fits your build
Buy the AOC I1601FWUX for buyers wanting a name-brand portable monitor at a mid-range price and travelers prioritizing thin, light builds, though it is not built for gamers wanting high refresh rate and buyers needing a built-in battery. The MSI G274QPF suits value-focused gamers wanting high refresh QHD and buyers who don't need USB-C or KVM features, though it is the wrong buy for buyers wanting certified HDR and desks needing built-in KVM switching. Our rating of the AOC I1601FWUX (7.3/10): one of the thinnest, lightest 15.6-inch portable monitors around, from a brand with real panel-making pedigree. Our rating of the MSI G274QPF (7.9/10): A fast, no-frills 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well on core specs against pricier rivals.
What AOC I1601FWUX and MSI G274QPF have in common
The common ground is wider than the gap: panel technology, aspect ratio, curved, screen curvature and usb-c dp alt mode are identical here.
Frequently asked questions
Do the AOC I1601FWUX and MSI G274QPF differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 1920 x 1080 on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 2560 x 1440 on the MSI G274QPF.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- MSI G274QPF
- Rapid IPS
Brand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- AOC
- MSI G274QPF
- MSI
Model Number
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- MSI G274QPF
- G274QPF
Screen Size
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 15.6 in-42%
- MSI G274QPF
- 27 inBest
Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- MSI G274QPF
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Panel Technology
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- MSI G274QPF
- IPS
Aspect Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 16:9
- MSI G274QPF
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz-65%
- MSI G274QPF
- 170 HzBest
Response Time
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 ms-400%
- MSI G274QPF
- 1 msBest
Adaptive Sync
- AOC I1601FWUX
- None
- MSI G274QPF
- AMD FreeSync
HDR Support
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- MSI G274QPF
- Yes
Curved
- AOC I1601FWUX
- No
- MSI G274QPF
- No
Native Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920x1080
- MSI G274QPF
- 2560x1440
Screen Curvature
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Flat
- MSI G274QPF
- Flat
Max Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz-65%
- MSI G274QPF
- 170 HzBest
Response Time GtG
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 ms
- MSI G274QPF
- 1 msBest
SDR Brightness
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 220 nits
- MSI G274QPF
- 400 nitsBest
Native Contrast Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 700:1
- MSI G274QPF
- 1000 :1
USB-C DP Alt Mode
- AOC I1601FWUX
- Yes
- MSI G274QPF
- Yes
Series
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- MSI G274QPF
- MSI Gaming G274QPF
Color Gamut
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 100% sRGB
- MSI G274QPF
- 93% DCI-P3, 121% sRGB, 96% Adobe RGB
Which one should you pick?
Choose AOC I1601FWUX if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose MSI G274QPF if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 15.6 in), the higher refresh rate (170 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the lower response time (1 ms vs 5 ms).
Verdict
AOC I1601FWUX
7.3 / 10 Expert Rating
One of the thinnest, lightest 15.6-inch portable monitors around, from a brand with real panel-making pedigree.
MSI G274QPF
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A fast, no-frills 27-inch QHD gaming monitor that competes well on core specs against pricier rivals.