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KTC H27T22C-3 vs MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
Product A: KTC
81 of 172 known
Change KTC H27T22C-3
Product B: MSI
84 of 172 known
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Change MSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
Compare the KTC H27T22C-3 with
KTC M27T6S
AOC Q27G41ZE
Dell Alienware AW2725DM
Dell Alienware AW2525HM
Dell 27 240Hz Monitor SE2726HG
ASUS TUF Gaming VG27AQM5A
Xiaomi G Pro 27Qi 2026
Samsung Odyssey G8 G80HF (5K)
Dell 24 240Hz Adjustable Stand Monitor SE2426HGS
Samsung Odyssey G8 G80HS (6K)
ASUS ROG Strix XG27ACS
Samsung Odyssey G5 G50D 27"75 of 164 fields differ
- 34 different values
- 41 known for one only
- 24 the same
- 65 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.
- Standby powerLower is betterA: 0.2WB: 0.5WKTC is 0.3 W lower.
- Power use HDR (EU label)Lower is betterA: 43WB: 36WMSI is 7 W lower.
- Refresh rateA: 210HzB: 180HzKTC is 30 Hz higher.
- Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 450nitsB: 400nitsKTC is 50 nits higher.
Refresh rate per resolution
The best rate over any port. Bars run from 0 to 1200 Hz.
2560 × 1440Native for both
A210Hz
B180Hz
Size, drawn to scale
Front and side, on their stands.
- AKTC: 616 × 364.3 mm
- BMSI: 613.5 × 362.5 mm
We have no stand height for MSI, so it is drawn without its stand.
Weight
0 to 15 kg
Weight with stand
A5.1kg
B6.05kg
All 172 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
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Launch price (EU)
Not available
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Markets
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Colours
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Display
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Screen size
Viewable screen diagonal
Not available
Not available
Native resolution
Aspect ratio
Pixel density
108.8ppi
108.8ppi
Pixel pitch
Not available
Active display area
Width595.968Height335.232mm(23.5 × 13.2 in)2Owner's manualus.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-3-USE_MANUAL_39abbc85-ae47-4883-a0d4-27270d53757e.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original p1 Product Technical Specifications explicitly visible area 595.968 horizontal by 335.232 vertical mm. Pixel pitch is not inferred by dividing by resolution.
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
Curvature radius
Not available
Not available
Screen surface
Anti-reflection coating
Not available
Touchscreen
Not available
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Panel
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Panel type
Panel type (as published)
Backlight
Not available
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Local dimming
Not available
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Dimming zones
Not available
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Panel maker
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Panel part number
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Panel generation
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Subpixel layout
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Colour depth
Colour depth method
Displayable colours
DCI-P3 coverage
Adobe RGB coverage
Rec. 2020 coverage
Not available
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NTSC coverage
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
Brightness (typical, SDR)
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
Not available
HDR certification
Not available
Viewing angle (horizontal)
Viewing angle (vertical)
Refresh rate and motion
14 of 22 differ
Refresh rate per resolution and port
AKTC H27T22C-3
| Resolution | HDMI 2.0 | DisplayPort 1.4 |
|---|---|---|
| 2560 × 1440Native | 144Hz | 210Hz |
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Resolution | HDMI 2.0b | DisplayPort 1.4a | USB-C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2560 × 1440Native | 144Hz | 180Hz | 180Hz |
Max refresh rate
210Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
210Hz
180Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
210Hz
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
Overclocked refresh rate
Not available
Dual mode
Not available
Not available
Minimum fixed refresh rate
Not available
Not available
Adaptive sync technologies
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
AKTC H27T22C-3
Not availableBMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Input | Min (Hz) | Max (Hz) |
|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 48 | 180 |
Low framerate compensation
Not available
Response time (maker GtG claim)
Not available
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
Not available
Overdrive settings
Motion blur reduction
Not available
Not available
Blur-reduction technology
Not available
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Blur reduction works with VRR
Not available
Not available
Flicker-free (claimed)
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
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Contrast ratio (measured)
Not available
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SDR brightness (measured)
Not available
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HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
Not available
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
Not available
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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
AKTC H27T22C-3
| Type | Version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI | 2.0 | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1.4 | 2 |
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Type | Version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 1.4a | 1 |
| HDMI | 2.0b | 2 |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 |
HDMI ports
2
2
DisplayPort ports
2
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)
USB-C power delivered
Not available
Thunderbolt
Not available
Not available
USB upstream ports
AKTC H27T22C-3
Not availableBMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Connector | USB version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-B | 2.0 | 1 |
| USB-C | Not available | 1 |
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
AKTC H27T22C-3
Not availableBMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Connector | USB version | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-A | 2.0 | 2 |
KVM switch
Not available
Daisy chain (MST)
Not available
Not available
Ethernet
Not available
3.5 mm headphone output
3.5 mm microphone input
Not available
Optical out
Not available
Picture in picture
Not available
Picture by picture
Not available
Smart features
None of 4 known
Smart platform
Not available
Not available
Wi-Fi
Not available
Not available
Bluetooth
Not available
Not available
Remote control
Not available
Not available
Audio and camera
3 of 5 differ
Speakers
Number of speakers
Not available
Speaker power per channel
Not available
Webcam
Not available
Not available
Microphone
Not available
Not available
Ergonomics and controls
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Stand height adjustment
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
Forward5°Backward15°2Owner's manualus.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-3-USE_MANUAL_39abbc85-ae47-4883-a0d4-27270d53757e.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original p1 stand diagram explicitly -5° to +15°.
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
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°9Reviewpcgamer.com/hardware/gaming-monitors/ktc-h27t22c-3-gaming-monitor-reviewRead 8 October 2026Exact review explicitly no portrait rotation.
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
VESA mount
VESA adapter needed
Not available
Security lock slot
Not available
On-screen menu controls
Desktop software
Not available
User firmware updates
Not available
Ambient light sensor
Not available
Not available
RGB lighting
Not available
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
Not available
OLED care
None of 3 known
OLED care
Not available
Not available
Burn-in covered by warranty
Not available
Not available
Burn-in warranty length
Not available
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Dimensions and weight
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Dimensions with stand
Width616Height (lowest)465Height (highest)465Depth184.9mm(24.3 × 18.3 × 7.3 in)3Maker product pageus.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-32.pngRead 8 October 2026Exact maker gallery dimension image visibly gives assembled width 616 mm, overall height 465 mm and total depth 184.9 mm. The supplied stand has no height adjustment, so both height positions coincide. These are not borrowed from an earlier H27T22C revision. Published tilt position is unstated.
Dimensions without stand
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
Not available
Not available
Weight with stand
Weight without stand
Not available
Box dimensions
Not available
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
Not available
Power
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Power supply
Adapter rating
Not available
Not available
Input voltage
Power use (typical)
Not available
Not available
Power use SDR (EU label)
Power use HDR (EU label)
Standby power
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
EU energy class SDR
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
Energy per 1000 h SDR
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
Certifications
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VESA ClearMR
Not available
Not available
VESA AdaptiveSync Display
Not available
Not available
TÜV certifications
Not available
Not available
Low blue light
Not available
ENERGY STAR
Not available
Not available
TCO Certified
Not available
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EPEAT
Not available
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Colour certifications
Not available
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Other certifications
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In the box
2 of 2 differ
In the box
LCD monitor, Base, DisplayPort cable, Power cord, Power adapter, User guide with warranty card, Base screws, including spare screw, Screwdriver1Maker product pageus.ktcplay.com/products/27-2k-210hz-gaming-monitorRead 10 October 2026Current exact US maker package table explicitly includes one screwdriver alongside the monitor, base, DP cable, adapter, power cord, guide/warranty and three M4x8 screws. The older original guide inventory does not list the screwdriver. The current exact gallery package graphic independently includes it. Optional mousepad bundle is excluded.2Owner's manualus.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-3-USE_MANUAL_39abbc85-ae47-4883-a0d4-27270d53757e.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original p1 complete package inventory. Optional mousepad bundle is excluded from this base monitor reference. Current maker page separately lists a screwdriver and three M4x8 screws.
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
AKTC H27T22C-3
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| AC power | 1 |
BMSI MAG 274QRF QD E2
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| USB Type-B to Type-A | 1 |
Warranty
0 of 2 differ
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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
Not available
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Links
Not compared
Product page
us.ktcplay.com/products/27-2k-210hz-gaming-monitor1Maker product pageus.ktcplay.com/products/27-2k-210hz-gaming-monitorRead 10 October 2026
Not available
Spec sheet
Not available
Manual
us.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-3-USE_MANUAL_39abbc85-ae47-4883-a0d4-27270d53757e.pdf2Owner's manualus.ktcplay.com/cdn/shop/files/H27T22C-3-USE_MANUAL_39abbc85-ae47-4883-a0d4-27270d53757e.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original KTC H27T22C-3 English guide V1.0, two folding-sheet pages. Exact cover and full technical/connector diagrams were visually read. PDF text extraction only exposes a small part of its raster content.
Not available
EPREL registration number
Both are also in the API. Back to all monitors.




