MSI has presented two new QD-OLED monitors designed to set a new benchmark for gaming displays thanks to their stunning visual clarity and blistering-fast refresh rates. Boasting multiple AI-powered features, these monitors aim to maintain a pristine image quality for longer by protecting against burn-in.
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 and MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 are the latest additions to the brand’s high-end lineups. Both boast a 27in QHD (2560×1440) QD-OLED panel and are among the world’s first 500Hz QD-OLED monitors.
While some may prefer a sharper 4K resolution, MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 and MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 offering nearly twice the pixel density of an FHD display. Furthermore, QHD is a reasonable resolution for a 500Hz monitor, since even the GeForce RTX 5090 will need a breather to hit such dizzying heights. In other words, this combination of things strikes a perfect balance between performance and quality, all while being achievable by current PCs.
Thanks to their QD-OLED panel, the pixel response time is also excellent on each monitor at 0.03ms GtG. This will allow them to offer a feeling of near-instant responsiveness and butter-smooth motion clarity. This makes them prime candidates for esports players wanting to unlock their competitiveness.
Better yet, both models can do so while delivering the deep and vibrant colours necessary for proper HDR thanks to their OLED panel. This way, all users can enjoy an excellent experience regardless of whether they prefer fast paced games, story driven ones, or simply watching movies.
On the subject of HDR, both MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 and MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 rock DisplayHDR True Black 500 certification, indicating their ability to produce perfect blacks and solid brightness for brilliant contrast.
Lastly, they each also boast VESA ClearMR 21,000 certification. This measures motion clarity by comparing the ratio of visibly sharp to blurred pixels in moving images, denoting the level of clarity you can expect. At 21,000, they’re sitting among the best displays on the market.
The main difference between the two is MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50’s built-in AI hardware that powers some nifty features. The most notable one is the AI Care Sensor, which mixes the onboard NPU with an always-on CMOS sensor that captures images every 0.2 seconds for real-time human detection. This system tracks the user’s movement, enabling dynamic adjustments to monitor settings. This way, the AI Care Sensor can accurately determine when no one is in front of the monitor to subsequently reduce brightness or outright enter sleep mode. A simple procedure that has the potential to reduce power consumption, all while boosting the longevity of the QD-OLED panel.
MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 and MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 will make their debut during Computex 2025, where we may learn more about pricing and availability. For the time being, these look to be excellent monitors combining cutting-edge display technologies with intelligent features designed to elevate both image quality and user convenience.
