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AOC I1601FWUX vs MSI MAG 274QRF-QD: Comparison
What is the difference between AOC I1601FWUX and MSI MAG 274QRF-QD?
The gap that matters here is refresh rate: AOC I1601FWUX 60 Hz against MSI MAG 274QRF-QD 180 Hz, which puts MSI MAG 274QRF-QD 67% ahead. Add screen size to that, 15.6 in on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 27 in on the MSI MAG 274QRF-QD, and the pattern holds. Panel type is not the same on both, IPS on the AOC I1601FWUX versus Rapid IPS on the MSI MAG 274QRF-QD. Adaptive sync is not the same on both, None on the AOC I1601FWUX versus AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible on the MSI MAG 274QRF-QD. They differ on color gamut too, 100% sRGB on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 135% sRGB / ~96% DCI-P3 on the MSI MAG 274QRF-QD.
Who each one is for
The AOC I1601FWUX is the one to take 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 MAG 274QRF-QD suits gamers wanting richer color without OLED pricing and hybrid work/gaming desks needing USB-C laptop charging, though it is not the pick for esports players wanting 240Hz+ and OLED purists wanting perfect blacks. 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 MAG 274QRF-QD (7.9/10): A well-priced 1440p gaming monitor whose Quantum Dot layer delivers noticeably richer color than typical IPS competitors.
Frequently asked questions
Do the AOC I1601FWUX and MSI MAG 274QRF-QD differ on resolution?
Yes. Resolution reads 1920 x 1080 on the AOC I1601FWUX versus 2560 x 1440 on the MSI MAG 274QRF-QD.
Is the Aspect Ratio the same on the AOC I1601FWUX and MSI MAG 274QRF-QD?
It is. Both are listed at 16:9, so it is not a reason to pick one over the other.
Specs and benchmarks
Panel Type
- AOC I1601FWUX
- IPS
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- Rapid IPS (Quantum Dot)
Brand
- AOC I1601FWUX
- AOC
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- MSI
Model Number
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 274QRF-QD
Screen Size
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 15.6 in-42%
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 27 inBest
Resolution
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 1920 x 1080 (Full HD)
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 2560 x 1440 (QHD)
Aspect Ratio
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 16:9
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 16:9
Refresh Rate
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 60 Hz-67%
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 180 HzBest
Response Time
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 5 ms
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 1ms (GtG)Best
Adaptive Sync
- AOC I1601FWUX
- None
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- AMD FreeSync Premium, G-Sync Compatible
Series
- AOC I1601FWUX
- I1601FWUX
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- MAG
Color Gamut
- AOC I1601FWUX
- 100% sRGB
- MSI MAG 274QRF-QD
- 135% sRGB / ~96% DCI-P3 (Quantum Dot)
Which one should you pick?
Choose AOC I1601FWUX if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.
Choose MSI MAG 274QRF-QD if you want the higher screen size (27 in vs 15.6 in), the higher refresh rate (180 Hz vs 60 Hz) and the lower response time (1ms (GtG) 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 MAG 274QRF-QD
7.9 / 10 Expert Rating
A well-priced 1440p gaming monitor whose Quantum Dot layer delivers noticeably richer color than typical IPS competitors.