MSI MAG 242F 23.8 "
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MSI MAG 242F 23.8 "
23.8 "27 "
Screen size:23.8 "
Resolution:1920x1080 (16:9)
Panel:IPS, response 0.5 ms
Frequency:200 Hz
Contrast:1 000:1
Brightness:300 cd/m²
Functions:HDR, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, Flicker-Free
Connectors:DisplayPort v1.2 • HDMI v2.0
A compact gaming monitor equipped with a 23.8-inch Rapid IPS panel featuring standard Full HD resolution (1920x1080 pixels) and a refresh rate of up to 200 Hz. The response time via GtG methodology is from 0.5 ms, ensuring the monitor's rapid reaction in fast-paced gaming genres, such as FPS shooters. The MSI MAG 242F is declared to support HDR with a maximum backlight brightness of 300 nits.
Regarding color reproduction, the model's panel covers 115% of the sRGB space and around 89% of the DCI-P3 spectrum. The monitor integrates support for VESA Adaptive-Sync and AMD FreeSync Premium adaptive frame synchronization technologies. Also included is the MSI Console Mode with VRR functionality. The monitor connections include one DisplayPort v1.4 and a pair of HDMI v2.0 ports. There's also a 3.5mm mini-jack for wired headphones. Users can access various pre-set picture modes for different gaming genres, tools to enhance gameplay comfort, and a useful option for brightening the dark areas of the image with AI Vision.
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Specifications MAG 242F
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gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QD-Mini LED VA, response 0.5 ms, 300 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 152 %, DCI-P3 97 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 4K, 3840x2160 (16:9), QD-Mini LED IPS, response 0.5 ms, 160 Hz, 320 Hz (Full HD), 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 143 %, DCI-P3 98 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 26.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QD-OLED, response 0.03 ms, 500 Hz, 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 138 %, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 40 ", 3440x1440 (21:9), IPS, MPRT 1 ms, 155 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 118 %, DCI-P3 94 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 2x2.0, KVM-switch, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 26.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QD-OLED, response 0.03 ms, 240 Hz, 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 138 %, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 320 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 129 %, DCI-P3 97 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 23.8 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 200 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 126 %, DCI-P3 96 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QLED, response 1 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 150 %, DCI-P3 98 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 2x2.0, KVM-switch, AMD FreeSync, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
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gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 200 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 124 %, DCI-P3 95 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
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gaming, 23.6 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), curved 1500R, *VA, MPRT 1 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 115.8 %, DCI-P3 91.5 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 23.6 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), curved 1500R, *VA, MPRT 1 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 105 %, DCI-P3 84 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 34 ", 3440x1440 (21:9), curved 1500R, *VA, MPRT 1 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 100 %, DCI-P3 75 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 31.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), curved 1500R, *VA, response 0.5 ms, MPRT 1 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 124 %, DCI-P3 92 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 31.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), *VA, response 0.5 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 109 %, DCI-P3 84 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 24.5 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 200 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 100 %, DCI-P3 79 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
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 | MSI MAG 242F 23.8 " | from £125.99 | 1 offer | |
 | MSI MAG 272F 27 " | from £99.00 | 6 offers | |
Gaming Without the Fuss
The MSI MAG 242F monitor offers high-quality and realistic images in various usage scenarios thanks to its advanced Rapid IPS panel and a range of additional technologies. This is a versatile and affordable model for gamers who find Full HD resolution sufficient and need all the basic gaming features without extra costs. The screen refresh rate reaches 200 Hz, and the Grey-to-Grey response time is 0.5 ms, which ensures smooth display of dynamic scenes in games and movies. Additionally, the panel offers an extended sRGB 115% color gamut, supports HDR, and includes proprietary image enhancement tools AI Vision and Night Vision. TÜV Rheinland certification confirms the presence of technologies that reduce eye strain during extended gaming sessions. The only notable downside is a stand that only adjusts for tilt.
Gaming Potential
From a software capability standpoint, the monitor is well-adapted to modern equipment. The AMD FreeSync Premium and Adaptive-Sync technologies synchronize the image with a compatible video card, helping to avoid screen tearing, artifacts, and other distortions. For monitoring the current frequency, there is an FPS counter, and built-in crosshair and timer functions enhance convenience in games. An additional plus is the support for console mode with VRR technology, making the monitor compatible with PS5 and Xbox.
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gaming, 23.8 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 200 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 126 %, DCI-P3 96 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 24.5 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 200 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 100 %, DCI-P3 79 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 24.5 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 0.5 ms, 300 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 120 %, DCI-P3 90 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync Premium, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 31.5 ", 4K, 3840x2160 (16:9), OLED (WOLED), response 0.03 ms, 240 Hz, 480 Hz (Full HD), 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 3x5Gbps, KVM-switch, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 31.5 ", 4K, 3840x2160 (16:9), QD-OLED, response 0.03 ms, 240 Hz, 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 2x5Gbps, KVM-switch, speakers, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, HDR
gaming, 24.5 ", 1920x1080 (16:9), IPS, response 1 ms, MPRT 0.3 ms, 400 Hz, 16.7M Colors, 16.7M, sRGB 121 %, DCI-P3 92 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, ХАБ: USB-A 4x5Gbps, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 26.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QD-OLED, response 0.03 ms, 240 Hz, sRGB 147.6 %, DCI-P3 99.1 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QLED, response 1 ms, 200 Hz, 1.07B Colors, 1.07B, sRGB 150 %, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 2x5Gbps, KVM-switch, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 4K, 3840x2160 (16:9), IPS, response 1 ms, 160 Hz, 320 Hz (Full HD), 1.07B Colors, 1.07B, sRGB 125 %, DCI-P3 95 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, ХАБ: USB-A 3x5Gbps, KVM-switch, speakers, AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), IPS, response 1 ms, MPRT 0.5 ms, 180 Hz, 8-bit + FRC (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 125 %, DCI-P3 93.5 %, HDMI, DisplayPort, AMD FreeSync, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR
gaming, 27 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), OLED (WOLED), response 0.03 ms, 240 Hz, 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), AMD FreeSync Premium, NVIDIA G-Sync Compatible, HDR, TÜV Rheinland
gaming, 26.5 ", 2560x1440 (16:9), QD-OLED, response 0.03 ms, 500 Hz, 10-bit (1.07B Colors), 1.07B, sRGB 138 %, DCI-P3 99 %, HDMI, v 2.1, DisplayPort, USB-C (DP Alt Mode), Power Delivery, AMD FreeSync Premium Pro, VESA Adaptive-Sync, HDR, TÜV Rheinland