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MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD — 27″ · Quantum Dot IPS 165Hz
MSI

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

27″ · Quantum Dot IPS 165Hz

84
/ 100
From $429
VS
MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD wins by 2
Dell S2722QC — 27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz
Dell

Dell S2722QC

27″ · 4K IPS · 60Hz

82
/ 100
From $399
Specdex verdict

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD lands at 84 and Dell S2722QC at 82. That puts MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD ahead by 2 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD if…

  • ✓Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • ✓Modern connectivity
  • ✓Mature firmware

Pick Dell S2722QC if…

  • ✓Current panel tech
  • ✓Strong factory calibration
  • ✓Modern connectivity
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Picture quality

Tie

Color accuracy and HDR performance

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Tie

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD 84
vs
82 Dell S2722QC

Score breakdown

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD
84
color 84
motion 90
hdr 62
features 82
Dell S2722QC
82
color 82
motion 72
hdr 62
features 80

Specs side-by-side

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD versus Dell S2722QC — full spec comparison
Spec MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD Dell S2722QC
Panel
Quantum Dot IPS 165Hz
4K IPS
Size
27"
27"
Release year
2021
2022
Refresh
—
60Hz

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

Pros
  • +Factory-calibrated (creator tier)
  • +Modern connectivity
  • +Mature firmware
Cons
  • −Stand ergonomics vary
  • −HDR on IPS limited
  • −OLED burn-in risk

Dell S2722QC

Pros
  • +Current panel tech
  • +Strong factory calibration
  • +Modern connectivity
Cons
  • −Stand footprint large on bigger sizes
  • −HDR varies by model
  • −OLED burn-in risk

FAQ: MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD vs Dell S2722QC

Which is better, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD or Dell S2722QC? +

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD scores 84 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 2. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD worth the price? +

At $429, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in motion.

Is Dell S2722QC worth the price? +

At $399, Dell S2722QC delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in color.

Does MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD or Dell S2722QC last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.