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AOC Q27G41ZE vs MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

Product A: AOC

Q27G41ZE

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Product B: MSI

MAG 274QRF QD E2

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76 of 164 fields differ

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  • 33 different values
  • 43 known for one only
  • 23 the same
  • 65 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.

  1. Refresh rateA: 260HzB: 180HzAOC is 80 Hz higher.
  2. Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 300nitsB: 400nitsMSI is 100 nits higher.

Refresh rate per resolution

The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.

2560 × 1440Native for both
A260Hz
B180Hz

Weight

0 to 15 kg

Weight with stand
A3.84kg
B6.05kg
Weight without stand
A3.45kg
B3.95kg

All 172 fields

Every value links to where we found it.

AAOC Q27G41ZE
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2

General

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Series
G412Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Design family G41, Product line AOC Gaming.
MAG1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Model numbers
Q27G41ZE2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Model Name Q27G41ZE. AOC sells related 27 inch QHD 260Hz models under other names (Q27G40ZE, Q27G42ZE). They are separate models and are not mixed in.
MAG 274QRF QD E2, 9S6-3CC29H-226, 9S6-3CC29H-2242Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Argentina sheet dated 2025-01-10: Part No 9S6-3CC29H-226, model code 3CC2. The UK sheet dated 2026-05-08 lists 9S6-3CC29H-224.
GTIN / EAN
6854177427835Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FF5HXGJKRead 15 October 2026Amazon US page, ASIN B0FF5HXGJK, sold by the AOC Store: Model Number Q27G41ZE, UPC 685417742783, manufacturer TPV-USA. BuildCores lists the same UPC.
4711377126250, 4711377126236, 8241423335702Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Argentina EAN 4711377126250. UK sheet EAN 4711377126236 and UPC 824142333570.
Announced
Not available
Not available
Status
Available1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026The page lists the monitor from 159.99 USD, In stock with a Buy now button, and one retail store. A search snippet of the same page earlier showed Currently not available, so availability changes.
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Predecessor
Not available
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Successor
Not available
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Launch price (US)
Not available
$2807Reviewclub386.com/msi-mag-274qrd-qd-e2-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review dated 12 August 2024 states the monitor launched at an MSRP of 250 GBP / 280 USD. The region of the dollar price is not stated. A US distributor lists 279.99.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
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Markets
US, CN6Press articlerutab.net/b/hardware/2025/06/29/aoc-predstavila-novyy-igrovoy-monitor-2k-s-chastotoy-260-gc-vsego-za-150-dollarov.htmlRead 15 October 2026China (JD.com) from the launch articles. US from the AOC US page and Amazon US.
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Colours
Black1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Bezel Colour (front) Black. Cabinet colour (backside) Black, Red. Amazon lists the colour as Black.
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Segment
Gaming2Maker spec sheet (PDF)aocdlw-prd-printservice-web.azurewebsites.net/api/print/monitor/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Channel: Gaming.
Gaming1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026MAG is MSI's esports gaming line. The sheet is titled Monitor, MAG 274QRF QD E2.

Display

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Screen size
27in(68.6 cm)1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Screen size (inch) 27.0.
27in(68.6 cm)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Panel Size 27 inch (69 cm).
Viewable screen diagonal
Not available
Not available
Native resolution
2560 × 1440px1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Panel resolution 2560x1440.
2560 × 1440px1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Aspect ratio
16:91Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Aspect ratio 16:9.
16:91Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Pixel density
108.8ppi
108.8ppi
Pixel pitch
0.2331mm3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026General Specification p 27: Pixel pitch 0.2331mm(H) x 0.2331mm(V).
0.2331mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Active display area
Width596.736Height335.664mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026General Specification p 27: Horizontal scan size (maximum) 596.736mm, Vertical scan size (maximum) 335.664mm. This equals 2560 x 1440 at the stated pitch.
Width596.736Height335.664mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Active Display Area 596.736(H) x 335.664(V) mm.
Curved
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Flat / Curved: Flat.
No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Curvature radius
Not available
Not available
Screen surface
Matte1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Panel treatment: Antiglare (AG), with a panel haze value of 25%. Amazon lists the finish as Glossy, which conflicts with the maker and is not used.
Matte1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Surface Treatment Anti-glare.
Anti-reflection coating
Antiglare (AG)1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Panel treatment, verbatim.
Anti-glare1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Touchscreen
Not available
Not available

Panel

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Panel type
Fast IPS1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026The page headline says 27-inch Fast IPS gaming monitor. The spec row says Panel type IPS.
Fast IPS1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Panel Type Rapid IPS, stored as the fast IPS class.
Panel type (as published)
Fast IPS1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Headline: Fast IPS.
Rapid IPS1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Backlight
Not available
Not available
Local dimming
Not available
Not available
Dimming zones
Not available
Not available
Panel maker
Not available
Not available
Panel part number
Not available
Not available
Panel generation
Not available
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Subpixel layout
Not available
Not available
Colour depth
8bits1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Display colours 16.7M (8bits). The maker does not say native or FRC. A Russian launch report says 10-bit via 8-bit + FRC, which conflicts with the maker's 8bits and is not used.
10bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Display Colors 1.07B, 10 bits (8 bits + FRC).
Colour depth method
Not available
FRC1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Displayable colours
16.7 million1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Display colours 16.7M (8bits).
1.07 billion1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
sRGB coverage
Not available
Not available
DCI-P3 coverage
Not available
98%1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adobe RGB / DCI-P3 / sRGB listed as 94% / 98% / 150% and the sheet footnote says they follow the CIE1976 standard. The sheet does not say whether each is coverage or volume. The 150% sRGB figure can only be volume and is not stored. A review measured 95.5% DCI-P3 coverage and 108% volume, so 98% is read as coverage here.
Adobe RGB coverage
Not available
94%1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 202694% Adobe RGB, CIE1976. Same note as DCI-P3.
Rec. 2020 coverage
Not available
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NTSC coverage
85%1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Color Gamut: NTSC 85%. Coverage or volume and the CIE basis are not stated. A Russian launch report gives 94% DCI-P3 and 99.9% sRGB. That is not in any AOC document and is not used.
Not available
Factory calibrated
Not available
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Claimed Delta E
Not available
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Paper calibration report in box
Not available
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Hardware calibration support
Not available
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Static contrast ratio
1,000:15Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0FF5HXGJKRead 15 October 2026The AOC Store listing bullet says a 1000:1 contrast ratio, and the product table says Contrast Ratio 1000:1. No AOC document states it. Static or dynamic is not named, and 1000:1 is typical for IPS, so it is stored as static.
1,000:11Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Contrast Ratio 1000:1. The 100000000:1 DCR figure is dynamic and is not stored.
Brightness (typical, SDR)
300nits1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Brightness in nits 300 cd/m2. Window and mode are not stated.
400nits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Brightness 400, unit and conditions not stated on the sheet. Reviews and retailers read it as 400 cd/m2 typical.
Brightness (maker minimum)
Not available
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Peak brightness (HDR)
Not available
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HDR peak test window
Not available
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Full-screen brightness
Not available
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HDR formats
HDR103Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026HDR section p 13: compatible with input signals in HDR10 format. The page says HDR Ready. No DisplayHDR certification is stated.
HDR106Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-274qrf-qd-e2-180hz-qhd-ips-modelRead 11 October 2026Review describes basic HDR10 with VESA DisplayHDR 400 certification.
HDR certification
Not available
DisplayHDR 4001Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026HDR Support DisplayHDR 400, VESA Certified DisplayHDR 400.
Viewing angle (horizontal)
178°1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Viewing angle (CR10) 178/178.
178°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026
Viewing angle (vertical)
178°1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Viewing angle (CR10) 178/178.
178°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AAOC Q27G41ZE
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.0DisplayPort 1.4
2560 × 1440Native144Hz260Hz
Source3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026General Specification p 27: Max resolution 2560x1440@144Hz (HDMI) and 2560x1440@260Hz[1] (DisplayPort). Footnote [1]: overclocking is achieved at 2560x1440@260Hz, and if a display error occurs adjust to 240Hz. Vertical scan range 48~144Hz (HDMI) and 48~260Hz (DisplayPort). Bit depth, chroma and DSC are not stated. The preset timing table lists lower resolutions, but that does not prove maxima, so no other rows are stored. A review says HDMI tops out at 120 Hz, which conflicts with the manual and is not used.
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.0bDisplayPort 1.4aUSB-C
2560 × 1440Native144Hz180Hz180Hz
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Note: DisplayPort 2560x1440 up to 180 Hz, Type-C 2560x1440 up to 180 Hz with 65 W PD charging, HDMI 2560x1440 up to 144 Hz. Bit depth and chroma are not stated.
Max refresh rate
260Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
260Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
260Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
144Hz
144Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
Not available
180Hz
Max refresh rate at 10-bit
Not available
Not available
Native refresh rate
240Hz1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Max Refresh rate 240 Hz. The overclock to 260 Hz is a separate field. A review calls the panel a native 165 Hz overclocked to 240 Hz, which conflicts with the maker and is not used.
180Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Refresh Rate 180Hz.
Overclocked refresh rate
260Hz3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Footnote [1] on p 27: overclocking at 2560x1440@260Hz, DisplayPort only per the vertical scan range. Game Setting p 17 has an OverClock On/Off option.
Not available
Dual mode
Not available
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Minimum fixed refresh rate
Not available
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Adaptive sync technologies
Adaptive-Sync, G-SYNC Compatible1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026G-SYNC Compatible feature block. The manual says G-SYNC Compatible works with DisplayPort and Adaptive-Sync works with DisplayPort and HDMI. NVIDIA's validated list was not checked. The maker does not claim FreeSync.
FreeSync, Adaptive-Sync1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Dynamic Refresh Rate Technology AMD FreeSync. The UK sheet also lists Adaptive-Sync Technology.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/uk/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Selling points list Adaptive-Sync Technology.
VRR range per port
AAOC Q27G41ZE
Not available
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
InputMin (Hz)Max (Hz)
DisplayPort48180
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Activated Range 48~180Hz. The sheet gives one range for the monitor. It is stored for DisplayPort, where 180 Hz is available.
Low framerate compensation
Not available
Yes6Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-274qrf-qd-e2-180hz-qhd-ips-modelRead 11 October 2026Review: Adaptive-Sync with a 48-180 Hz range and LFC.
Response time (maker GtG claim)
1ms1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026OD Response (typical) 1 ms GtG. Overdrive setting is not stated.
1ms1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Response time 1ms (GTG).
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
0.3ms1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Response time MPRT 0.3 ms.
Not available
Overdrive settings
Normal, Fast, Faster, Fastest, Extreme3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Game Setting p 17: Overdrive Normal, Fast, Faster, Fastest, Extreme. Extreme is only available with Adaptive-Sync off and at 75 Hz or above.
Normal, Fast, Fastest7Reviewclub386.com/msi-mag-274qrd-qd-e2-reviewRead 11 October 2026Review: overdrive profiles are Normal, Fast (default) and Fastest.
Motion blur reduction
Yes3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Game Setting p 16: MBR (Motion Blur Reduction) gives 0-20 levels of adjustment. The manual does not say whether it uses backlight strobing.
Not available
Blur-reduction technology
MBR3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Game Setting p 16-17: MBR and MBR Sync.
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Blur reduction works with VRR
Yes3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Game Setting p 17: MBR Sync can be turned on while G-SYNC/Adaptive-Sync is on, at 75 Hz or above, with a variable-frequency signal. Plain MBR needs Adaptive-Sync off.
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Flicker-free (claimed)
Yes1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Flicker-Free: Flicker Free. The feature text says a DC backlight panel.
Not available
Black frame insertion
Not available
Not available

Measured

None of 12 known
Input lag at maximum refresh rate
Not available
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Input lag at 60 Hz
Not available
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Average response time (measured)
Not available
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Overshoot (measured)
Not available
Not available
Contrast ratio (measured)
Not available
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SDR brightness (measured)
Not available
Not available
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
Not available
VRR range (measured)
Not available
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
Not available
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Gray uniformity (measured)
Not available
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Reflections (measured)
Not available
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Connectivity

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Video inputs
AAOC Q27G41ZE
TypeVersionCountHDCP
HDMI2.011.4/2.2
DisplayPort1.411.4/2.2
Source1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026HDMI 2.0 x 1 and DisplayPort 1.4 x 1, both HDCP 1.4/2.2. The manual's rear view also shows one DisplayPort, one HDMI, earphone and power. The Amazon bullet says 2 x HDMI 2.0, which conflicts with the maker and is not used. Raw link bandwidth is not stated.
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
TypeVersionCount
DisplayPort1.4a1
HDMI2.0b2
USB-CNot available1
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Video ports 1x DisplayPort (1.4a), 2x HDMI (2.0b), 1x Type-C (DP alt.) w/ PD 65W charging. The connections diagram agrees.
HDMI ports
1
2
DisplayPort ports
1
1
Highest HDMI version
2.0
2.0b
Highest DisplayPort version
1.4
1.4a
HDMI features
Not available
Not available
USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026PD for USB C/TBT: No. Thunderbolt in 0x. The manual's rear view has no USB-C.
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Type-C (DP alt.).
USB-C power delivered
Not available
65W1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Type-C PD 65W charging. A guaranteed or shared limit is not stated.
Thunderbolt
Not available
Not available
USB upstream ports
AAOC Q27G41ZE
Not available
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-B2.01
USB-CNot available1
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Connections diagram: USB Type-B (USB 2.0). The USB-C port also carries data per the pcmonitors source.6Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-274qrf-qd-e2-180hz-qhd-ips-modelRead 11 October 2026Review: USB-C with 65 W PD, DP Alt Mode and upstream data. No version stated.
USB downstream hub ports
AAOC Q27G41ZE
Not available
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
ConnectorUSB versionCount
USB-A2.02
Source1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026USB ports 2 x USB 2.0 Type A.
KVM switch
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026KVM: No.
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Features list KVM.
Daisy chain (MST)
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026MST / Daisy chain: False. DisplayPort output 0x.
Not available
Ethernet
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026RJ45: No.
Not available
3.5 mm headphone output
Yes1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Audio Output: 1x Audio out. The manual calls it Earphone.
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Audio ports 1 x Headphone Out.
3.5 mm microphone input
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Microphone in: False.
Not available
Optical out
No3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Connecting the Monitor p 9 lists DisplayPort, HDMI, Earphone and Power. No optical output.
Not available
Picture in picture
No3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 15-24 have no PIP or PBP function.
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026PIP / PBP Function Yes.
Picture by picture
No3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026The OSD menus on pp 15-24 have no PIP or PBP function.
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026PIP / PBP Function Yes.

Smart features

None of 4 known
Smart platform
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
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Bluetooth
Not available
Not available
Remote control
Not available
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Audio and camera

0 of 5 differ
Speakers
No1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Speakers: False.
No7Reviewclub386.com/msi-mag-274qrd-qd-e2-reviewRead 11 October 2026Spec list: Speakers No.
Number of speakers
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Speaker power per channel
Not available
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Webcam
Not available
Not available
Microphone
Not available
Not available

Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustment
0mm3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Adjusting Viewing Angle p 8 shows tilt only. Two reviews say the stand has no height adjustment. Stored as no height travel.8Reviewsyabiz.com/2026/06/aoc-q27g41ze-review-240hz-qhd-gaming.htmlRead 15 October 2026Reviewer text: the included stand has tilt but lacks height, swivel and pivot.9Reviewibisik.com/aoc-q27g41ze-gaming-monitorRead 15 October 2026Reviewer text, dated 2025-11-12: the stand is stable though not height-adjustable.
130mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Pivot) 0 ~ 130 mm on this sheet. The AR spec sheet labels the same 0 ~ 130 mm as Height and -90 to 90 degrees as Pivot, so the two labels are swapped here.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Height) 0 ~ 130 mm.
Tilt
Forward3°Backward21°1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Tilt -3 (+/-2) to 21 (+/-2) degrees. The centre values are stored. The manual diagram shows -5 and 23, the limits with tolerance.
Forward5°Backward20°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Tilt) -5 to 20 degrees.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Tilt) -5 to 20 degrees.
Swivel
Left0°Right0°1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Swivel: No. Stored as no swivel.
Left45°Right45°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Swivel) -45 to 45 degrees.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Swivel) -45 to 45 degrees.
Pivot
Counterclockwise0°Clockwise0°1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Pivot: No. Stored as no pivot.
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026-90 to 90 degrees. This sheet labels it Height. The AR spec sheet labels it Pivot.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Adjustment (Pivot) -90 to 90 degrees.
Removable stand
Yes1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Quick release function: True. The manual says remove the base before wall mounting.
Yes6Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-274qrf-qd-e2-180hz-qhd-ips-modelRead 11 October 2026Review states the stand is removable and the 75 x 75 mm VESA holes are revealed.
VESA mount
100 x 1003Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Wall Mounting p 10: 100mm x 100mm pattern with M4 screws, 4 screws. The manual adds that VESA holes are not available on all models.
75 x 751Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026VESA Mounting 75x75 mm.
VESA adapter needed
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Security lock slot
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Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Kensington Lock Yes.
On-screen menu controls
Buttons3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Hotkeys p 14: five buttons for Source/Exit, User Key, Dial Point, Menu/Enter and Power. No joystick.
Joystick, Software1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Connections diagram: 5-Way Joystick Navigator. Gaming Intelligence is the desktop software.
Desktop software
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Gaming Intelligence1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Gaming Intelligence APP.
User firmware updates
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Ambient light sensor
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Presence sensor
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RGB lighting
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Yes2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026The UK sheet selling points list Mystic Light. A review describes an RGB LED strip.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/uk/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Selling points list Mystic Light, MSI's RGB lighting.6Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-274qrf-qd-e2-180hz-qhd-ips-modelRead 11 October 2026Review describes a Mystic Light RGB LED strip above the stand attachment point.
Gaming menu features
Game Mode presets, Shadow Control, Low Input Lag, Game Color, Dial Point, Sniper Scope, Frame Counter3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Game Setting p 16-17: Gaming Mode (Standard, FPS, RTS, Racing, Gamer 1-3), Shadow Control, Low Input Lag, Game Color, Dial Point, Sniper Scope, Frame Counter.
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OLED care

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Burn-in warranty length
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Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with stand
Width613.9Height (lowest)449.4Height (highest)449.4Depth189.7mm(24.2 × 17.7 × 7.5 in)1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Product dimensions incl. base (WxHxD) 613.9 x 449.4 x 189.7 mm. The stand has tilt only, so the height has one value. Amazon lists 7.46 x 24.17 x 17.7 in, which agrees. The page also lists Product dimensions excl. base 613.9 x 449.4 x 52.7 mm. Its height repeats the with-stand height and cannot be the bare body, so the without-stand size is not stored.
Width613.5Depth196.5mm(24.2 × 7.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Dimension (W x D x H) 613.5 x 196.5 x 402.1. The stand position for the 402.1 mm height is not stated, so no height is stored.
Dimensions without stand
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Width613.5Height362.5Depth69.8mm(24.2 × 14.3 × 2.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026613.5 x 69.8 x 362.5 (without stand), W x D x H.
Stand footprint
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Weight with stand
3.84kg(8.5 lb)1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Product with stand 3.84 kg. The AOC UAE page labels the same row Net weight excl. package. Cables are not stated.
6.05kg(13.3 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Weight 6.05 kg (net).2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Weight (Net kg) 6.05.
Weight without stand
3.45kg(7.6 lb)1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Product without stand 3.45 kg. Cables are not stated.
3.95kg(8.7 lb)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 20263.95 kg without stand.2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Weight Without Stand 3.95 kg.
Box dimensions
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Width847Height491Depth145mm(33.3 × 19.3 × 5.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026WW carton 847 x 145 x 491 mm, W x D x H. The outer carton is 862 x 158 x 515 mm.
Box weight
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8.6kg(19 lb)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Weight (Gross kg) 8.6.

Power

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Power supply
Internal3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Contents in Box p 6 lists a power cable and no adapter. Power Source 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.5A.
External adapter1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Power Type External Adaptor.
Adapter rating
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Input voltage
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026General Specification p 27: Power Source 100-240V~ 50/60Hz 1.5A.
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/id/MAG-274QRF-QD-E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Power Input 100 ~ 240V, 50/60Hz.
Power use (typical)
35W1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Power consumption on (typical) 35.0 W. The manual says 35W at default brightness and contrast.
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Power use (max)
56W1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Power consumption on (maximum) 56.0 W. The manual says <=56W at brightness 100 and contrast 100. There are no USB ports, so no USB load is included.
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Power use SDR (EU label)
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26W3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL on mode power demand SDR 26.0 W, class F, at the default 60 Hz.
Power use HDR (EU label)
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36W3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL on mode power demand HDR 36.0 W, class G.
Standby power
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0.5W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Standby-mode Power Consumption 0.5 W.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL standby mode power demand 0.5 W.
Off-mode power
0.3W1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Power consumption off 0.3 W. The page and leaflet give standby 0.5 W, but the manual says Standby Mode <=0.3W. That conflict is why standby is not stored.
0.3W2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Off-mode Power Consumption 0.3 W.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL off mode power demand 0.3 W.
EU energy class SDR
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F2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Energy Efficiency Rating F. The sheet does not say SDR or HDR, and class F matches the SDR on-mode figure.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL SDR class F.
EU energy class HDR
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G3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL HDR class G.
Energy per 1000 h SDR
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26kWh2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026On-mode Power Consumption (KWh/1000h) 26.4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_1781027.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL energy label reads 26 kWh/1000h. MSI's spec sheet shows the same.
Energy per 1000 h HDR
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36kWh4EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_1781027.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL energy label reads 36 kWh/1000h for HDR.

Certifications

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VESA ClearMR
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VESA AdaptiveSync Display
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TÜV certifications
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Low blue light
Software1Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/monitors/q27g41zeRead 15 October 2026Blue Light Technology: Anti Blue Light. The manual's LowBlue Mode decreases blue light by controlling colour temperature, so it is a picture setting.
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ENERGY STAR
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TCO Certified
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EPEAT
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Colour certifications
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Other certifications
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In the box

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In the box
Monitor, Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, Stand, Base, Power Cable, HDMI Cable, DisplayPort Cable3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Contents in Box p 6, as published. Quick Start Guide, Warranty Card, Power Cable, HDMI Cable and DisplayPort Cable are starred. The manual says not all signal cables are provided in all countries and regions.
DisplayPort cable (1.4a), USB Type-B to Type-A cable, Power cord (C5), Power adaptor, Quick guide, VESA screws (4)2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026In The Box counts: DisplayPort cable 1, USB Type A to Type B cable 1, power cord 1, AC adaptor 1, quick guide 1, VESA screw 4. HDMI cable 0. The cord type is C5.
Cables included
AAOC Q27G41ZE
Type
Power cable
Source3Owner's manualaoc.com/api/asset/pi46502Read 15 October 2026Only the power cable is stored. HDMI and DisplayPort cables are marked as region dependent, and a US buyer review on Amazon says neither is in the box.
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
TypeCount
DisplayPort1
USB Type-B to Type-A1
Source2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026DisplayPort cable 1 and USB Type A to Type B cable 1. HDMI cable 0.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years4Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/warranty-informationRead 15 October 2026Limited warranty table: AOC G-Series Monitor three (3) years from the date of purchase. The older statement on the same page says three years except one year for the LED panel. Amazon US lists 3 Year Manufacturer. US and Canada.
3years2Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/ar/monitor/MAG%20274QRF%20QD%20E2.pdfRead 11 October 2026Warranty 36M on the Argentina and UK sheets. A US retailer lists 2 years, so the term varies by market.3EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/fiches/electronicdisplays/Fiche_1781027_EN.pdfRead 11 October 2026EPREL minimum duration of the general guarantee offered by the supplier is 3 years.
Dead pixel policy
LED panel pixel defect only if it exceeds ISO 9241-307 Class 1: 1 full bright pixel, 1 full dark pixel, 2 single or double bright or dark sub-pixels, 3 to 5 stuck-on or stuck-off sub-pixels4Maker product pageaoc.com/us/gaming/warranty-informationRead 15 October 2026Covered LED panel pixel defect is one that exceeds ISO 9241-307 Class 1. Class 1 permits 1 full bright pixel, 1 full dark pixel, 2 single or double bright or dark sub-pixels, 3 to 5 stuck-on or stuck-off sub-pixels. Wording shortened. US and Canada. AOC's South Africa site has a different zero bright dot offer, which is not used.
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