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MSI · IPS · 23.8"

MAG 242F

1920×1080 · 200 Hz

Overall
53
Work
48
Play
70
Amazon
$131
$131
Available on Amazon Updated Aug 30, 2026
Overall53.1
Work48.3
Play69.8
Refresh100.0
Response50.0
Color85.0
Quality / price81.2

Written analysis

MAG 242F at a glance

The MAG 242F is a 23.8" IPS monitor at 1920×1080 and 200 Hz. The listed aspect ratio is 1.778:1, 16:9. The backlight is listed as W-LED.

Best fit: straightforward office, media, or secondary-display use after checking resolution and refresh against the rest of the system.

Panel and image

Overall quality is 53.1, with 48.3 work and 69.8 play. Pixel density is listed at 92 PPI. Typical brightness is 300 nits. Contrast is listed as 1000:1. The coating is Anti-glare/Matte. The listed pixel count is treated as a 1080p-class work multiplier.

Color and HDR

Recorded gamut coverage is 89% DCI-P3. Color depth is listed as 10-bit FRC.

Motion and sync

Refresh is listed at 200 Hz. Pair this resolution with the GPU table before assuming native high settings.

Ergonomics and connectivity

Stand and mount options are listed as Tilt · VESA (100x100mm). Recorded inputs include 1 x HDMI 2.0 (CEC), 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out.

Buying verdict

Overall quality is 53.1, a balanced result covering essential office and media use.

At the recorded Amazon price, quality / price is 81.2—an excellent value relative to nearby monitors.

Work / price is 73.8 and play / price is 74.7.

Display data

Full specifications

Panel, color, motion, connectivity, ergonomics, power, and value in one sheet.

General

Manufacturer
MSI
Monitor
MAG 242F
Launch price
Amazon price
$131
Amazon availability
Available
Price updated
Aug 30, 2026
Launch date
Jan 1, 2025

Panel

Size
23.8"
Panel type
IPS
Resolution
1920×1080
Aspect ratio
1.778:1, 16:9
Pixel density
92 PPI
Brightness
300 nits
Contrast
1000:1
Viewing angles
178 ° (degrees) / 178 ° (degrees)
Backlight
W-LED
Coating
Anti-glare/Matte

Color & HDR

Color depth
10-bit FRC
Colors
1073741824
DCI-P3
89.00%
sRGB
98.00%
Adobe RGB
NTSC
HDR
Local dimming
No

Motion

Refresh rate
200 Hz
Response time
Input lag
Adaptive sync

Connectivity

Inputs
1 x HDMI 2.0 (CEC), 1 x DisplayPort 1.2 (a), 1 x 3.5 mm Audio Out
Speakers

Ergonomics

Height adjustment
No
Pivot
No
Swivel
No
Tilt
Yes
VESA mount
Yes · 100x100mm

Power & value

Typical power
Max power
Overall
53.1
Work
48.3
Play
69.8
Quality / price
81.2
Work / price
73.8
Play / price
74.7

Additional information

Features
Adaptive-Sync technology, Console Mode, Flicker-free technology, Gaming Mode, HDR Ready, Low Blue Light, Night Vision
Accessories
HDMI cable
Amazon warranty
2 Year Manufacturer
Amazon dimensions
{'width': 21.2, 'height': 15.6, 'length': 8.6, 'weight': 1.0}

Extracted notes sit here. Amazon listing copy, when present, is at the bottom of the page.

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Amazon listing details

Marketplace feature text kept for reference. Structured specifications above are the source for scores and comparisons.

Rapid IPS Panel – Provides 0.5ms (GtG, Min.) response time, optimizes screen colors and brightness

200Hz Refresh Rate – Respond faster with smoother frames

0.5ms (GtG, Min.) Response Time – Eliminate screen tearing and choppy frame rates

AI Vision – The new AI Vision technology can not only reveal details in dark areas but also enhance overall brightness and saturate colors

Less Blue Light – Use a software solution to reduce the light emission in the blue-violet region of the blue light spectrum