msi G273CQ

msi G273CQ Review & Specifications

G273CQ by msi from the G series, is a 27.00″ VA monitor with a resolution of 2560 × 1440 pixels and a refresh rate of up to 170 Hz. It supports a 10-bit color depth, displays up to 1073741824 colors, and offers the following color space coverage: 115.00% sRGB , 90.00% DCI-P3 , 90.00% Adobe RGB . The panel delivers 300 nits of brightness, has a static contrast ratio of 3000:1, a response time of 4.00 ms. It has a pixel density of 109 PPI, with viewing angles of 178 ° (degrees)° horizontal and 178 ° (degrees)° vertical. The screen covers 89.96% of the front surface, and it features a 1500R curved panel. It uses a W-LED backlight and has a Anti-glare/Matte screen coating. Typical power consumption is 32.00 W.

General Work Usage

The msi G273CQ delivers a modest 54.2% productivity score, making it suitable for casual or part-time work tasks like email, browsing, or occasional document editing. It utilizes a VA panel. These panels offer strong contrast ratios and deep blacks, which can improve image depth and comfort in dim lighting. However, they may suffer from narrower viewing angles and slightly slower pixel response times compared to IPS, potentially leading to subtle color shifts or ghosting during fast movement or multi-monitor setups. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 delivers sufficient screen space for most productivity tasks, though less than ultra-wide or 4K displays. The pixel density of 109 ppi provides adequately crisp text without requiring scaling, though pixel edges may become noticeable when sitting close or working with fine content. With a brightness level of 300 nits, this monitor may appear dim in bright office settings, making it less suitable for environments with strong ambient light.

The msi G273CQ has color space coverage of: 115.00% sRGB , 90.00% DCI-P3 , 90.00% Adobe RGB , which gives this monitor moderate color gamut coverage, acceptable for general media consumption, light image editing, or office tasks involving visuals. However, it may not display colors as accurately or vibrantly as wide-gamut monitors. With 8-bit + FRC, this monitor offers decent gradients but remains more suited for entry-level creative users.

The work performance-per-price ratio of the msi G273CQ is 62.7%, placing it in the mid-value category. Although its cost-effectiveness is acceptable, the modest 54.2% suitability may limit its role to light or occasional productivity use.

Gaming and Media Usage

The msi G273CQ earns a solid 72.3% rating for gaming and media use, offering smooth visuals, decent color accuracy, and responsive performance that will satisfy most gamers and movie enthusiasts. It features a VA panel, which provide excellent native contrast ratios, resulting in deeper blacks and more immersive visuals in dark scenes — ideal for cinematic gaming and media playback. On the downside, they can suffer from slow pixel response times, leading to noticeable motion blur or ghosting during fast gameplay, particularly in competitive or high-FPS scenarios. The monitor’s high resolution of 2560×1440 strikes a good balance between image sharpness and system performance, making it suitable for most gaming scenarios without overly taxing the GPU. The monitor features an ultra-high refresh rate of 170 Hz, ideal for competitive gaming, fast-paced shooters, and high-FPS esports titles, paired with a responsive 4.00 ms response time that maintains excellent clarity during fast motion.

This monitor includes basic ergonomic features, sufficient for general use but potentially limiting in scenarios that involve prolonged screen time without additional adjustments, and features limited connectivity, which could be restrictive for users with more complex or peripheral-heavy configurations.

Specific ergonomic adjustments and connectivity details can be found in the specifications section below.

Performance per Price

The gaming performance-per-price ratio of the msi G273CQ is 58.5%, placing it in the mid-value category. With a decent 72.3% gaming score, this monitor offers a good balance between affordability and gaming performance for mainstream users.

The msi G273CQ delivers exceptional overall value, scoring 70.4% in total performance per dollar. While its build and feature quality is moderate (60.9 pts), the strong value rating makes it appealing to budget-conscious buyers.