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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
LG DualUp 28MQ780 — 28″ · 16:18 Nano IPS
LG

LG DualUp 28MQ780

28″ · 16:18 Nano IPS

82
/ 100
From $699
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD lands at 84 and LG DualUp 28MQ780 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 LG DualUp 28MQ780 if…

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

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD more score per dollar ($429 vs $699).

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD 84
vs
82 LG DualUp 28MQ780

Score breakdown

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD
84
color 84
motion 90
hdr 62
features 82
LG DualUp 28MQ780
82
color 82
motion 72
hdr 62
features 80

Specs side-by-side

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD versus LG DualUp 28MQ780 — full spec comparison
Spec MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD LG DualUp 28MQ780
Panel
Quantum Dot IPS 165Hz
16:18 Nano IPS
Size
27"
28"
Release year
2021
2022

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

LG DualUp 28MQ780

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

FAQ: MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD vs LG DualUp 28MQ780

Which is better, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD or LG DualUp 28MQ780? +

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 LG DualUp 28MQ780 worth the price? +

At $699, LG DualUp 28MQ780 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in color.

Does MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD or LG DualUp 28MQ780 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.

Which is the better value, MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD or LG DualUp 28MQ780? +

MSI Optix MAG274QRF-QD — more score per dollar ($429 vs $699). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.