Msi optix mag271cr review in Spanish (full analysis)

MSI Optix MAG271CR is a 27-inch monitor that offers us a high quality curved panel, so that we can enjoy as children with the landscapes of the most colorful games on the market. Its 1080p resolution and 144Hz refresh rate join FreeSync to provide great fluidity, without neglecting image quality. Let's see all its secrets.

First of all, we thank MSI for the trust placed in us when transferring the product to us for analysis.

MSI Optix MAG271CR technical features

Unboxing and design

The first thing to analyze is the presentation of this MSI Optix MAG271CR monitor. MSI has opted for a cardboard box with an incredibly colorful design, based on very high quality printing. Once we open the box, the first thing we see is a large cork frame that is in charge of protecting the monitor and all the accessories perfectly. In total the bundle includes the following:

MSI Optix MAG271CR Monitor Adjustable Base One HDMI Cable One USB Cable One DisplayPort Cable Power Supply Documentation

The design of this MSI Optix MAG271CR is inspired by gamers, but it is not exaggerated. The bezels are very thin, which, along with the aggressive 1800R curvature, makes the monitor ideal for a multi-screen setup. The build quality of the monitor is very high, with very good materials and no cracking is seen anywhere. Its size is 612 x 560 x 266.5 mm with a weight of 8 Kg.

The base is made up of two pieces, we just have to fit them together and tighten the included screw to make them fit properly. Unfortunately, the base offers tilt-only adjustment, but it is compatible with the VESA 100 x 100mm mount for third-party monitor mounts. There's also a headphone jack and anti-glare screen coating.

Connectivity includes a DisplayPort port, two HDMI ports, a headphone jack, a two-port USB 2.0 hub, and a USB 2.0 type B port for connecting to the PC for use with the management software. All display connectors support FreeSync with a dynamic range of 48-144Hz.

The MSI Optix MAG271CR is based on a VA panel that offers the best static contrast ratio of the other alternatives (IPS and TN). The contrast ratio is responsible for the ratio between the darkest and brightest colors. With a static contrast of 3, 000: 1, the MSI monitor offers deeper blacks than IPS and TN monitors with a typical contrast ratio of 1, 000: 1. This makes highlight and shadow detail more noticeable. Continuing, MSI Optix MAG271CR features an extended color gamut that covers 90% DCI-P3 and 115% sRGB color space. While the colors are not as accurate and consistent as those of an IPS panel for color-critical work, they are vibrant and distinctive.

Because the screen of the MSI Optix MAG271CR is 27 inches in size, the resolution of 1920 x 1080 pixels provides a fairly good pixel density, which is enough so that the pixels cannot be distinguished individually when looking at the monitor from a reasonable distance. Additionally, 1080p resolution is still considered the standard and will make reaching high frame rates much easier than 1440p.

Its 1080p resolution will make it easier to take advantage of its 144Hz refresh rate, or it will offer great game fluidity along with its 1ms response time. MSI has also not forgotten to include support for AMD FreeSync, thanks to which Radeon graphics card users will be able to enjoy the best fluidity, without the inconvenience of tearing.

FreeSync technology eliminates screen tearing and stuttering and since the monitor dynamically changes its refresh rate, there is no noticeable input delay added. The FreeSync range in this case is 48 ~ 144Hz FPS. But even when the FPS drops below 48, LFC (Low Framerate Compensation) technology doubles or triples the frame rate to keep the game smooth.

OSD menu

The OSD menu is very easy to use and offers many useful settings. You can adjust the settings using the OSD joystick on the back of the monitor or via a desktop application with your keyboard and mouse. You can even adjust some settings using Android Optix MSI software.

In the OSD menu, you will find profiles for FPS, RTS, RPG games, racing, and a customizable image preset in the Game Mode settings. Then there is the Black Tuner feature that increases the visibility of dark areas in video games. In the Response Time setting, there are three modes, including Normal, Fast, and Fastest. When set to “Faster”, Anti Motion Blur, which is the 1 ms technology, is automatically activated.

While you are not in the OSD menu, the joystick can be used as a hot key for certain shortcuts. 'Up' opens the Game Menu settings, 'down' provides six different crosshairs, 'left' allows you to set an alarm clock, and 'right' changes the input source.

Other features include standard settings such as brightness, contrast, and sharpness, as well as eye-saving mode, 4: 3/16: 9 aspect ratio selection, and RGB color settings.

Final words and conclusion about MSI Optix MAG271CR

The MSI Optix MAG271CR is a 27-inch monitor, with 1920 x 1080 pixels resolution, curved 18000R format, 1 ms, Mystic Light lighting system and native FreeSync.

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Our experience with the monitor is very good. At the gaming level it is great, although we believe that 27 inches is too large for an FHD resolution, but being a curved panel the experience improves significantly. And at the design level, can it be used on an amateur level? Good job MSI!

We currently find the monitor in the main online stores for 399 euros. It seems to us a more than correct price given its characteristics and an excellent gaming experience.

ADVANTAGE	DISADVANTAGES
+ QUALITY OF THE PANEL	- MAYBE THE PRICE IS SOMETHING HIGH, BEARING IN MIND THAT IT IS A FULL HD RESOLUTION.
+ ANGLE OF VISION
+ GAMING SPECIAL
+ ACCEPTABLE BASE
+ OSD MENU