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MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16

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VX2738-2K-OLED

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  • 32 different values
  • 55 known for one only
  • 26 the same
  • 51 missing for both

Biggest differences

Each bar uses the scale of all 179 monitors.

  1. ContrastA: 1,500,000:1B: 150,000:1MSI is 10 times higher.
  2. Pixel densityA: 166.3ppiB: 108.8ppiMSI is 57.5 ppi higher.
  3. Refresh rateA: 165HzB: 240HzViewSonic is 75 Hz higher.
  4. Brightness (typical, SDR)A: 250nitsB: 200nitsMSI is 50 nits higher.

Refresh rate per resolution

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

3840 × 2160Native for A
A165Hz
BNot listed
2560 × 1440Native for B
ANot listed
B240Hz

Size, drawn to scale

Front and side. Solid lines show the stand at its lowest. Dashed lines show it at its highest.

Weight

0 to 15 kg

Weight with stand
A6.8kg
B5.4kg
Weight without stand
A4.1kg
B2.94kg
Box weight
A11kg
B7.7kg

All 172 fields

Every value links to where we found it.

AMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
BViewSonic VX2738-2K-OLED

General

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Series
MAG2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Cover: MAG Series OLED Monitor.
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Model numbers
MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16, 3CD7, 9S6-3CD79A-082, 9S6-3CD79A-092, 9S6-3CD79A-083, MAG 272UPDE QD-OLED E163Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Korean spec sheet dated 2026-10-13 gives Part No 9S6-3CD79A-092. The Italian sheet gives 9S6-3CD79A-082. The German MAG 272UPDE sheet gives 9S6-3CD79A-083 for the same specifications. 3CD7 is the MSI board code on the manual cover. MSI uses 3CD7 for other 27-inch QD-OLED models too.
VX2738-2K-OLED, VS210721Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026SKU VX2738-2K-OLED. The user guide names regulatory model VS21072. The ViewSonic pages for VX2738-2K without OLED describe a different IPS monitor.
GTIN / EAN
4711377410762, 47113774107793Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026EAN 4711377410762 on the Korean and Italian sheets. EAN 4711377410779 on the German MAG 272UPDE sheet.
7669070395042Maker spec sheet (PDF)viewsonic.com/us/xtento_pdf/pdfPrint/product/template_id/2/product_id/16872838Read 14 October 2026Datasheet: UPC 766907039504. This is the US code.
Announced
Not available
19 November 20254Press releaseviewsonic.com/us/blog/viewsonic-expands-its-gaming-line-up-with-two-new-27-inch-monitorsRead 14 October 2026Press release dated 19 November 2025. It lists availability in February and an estimated street price of 499.99 USD.
Status
Not available
Available1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026US product page shows In stock at 449.99 USD on 14 October 2026.
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
$599.999Press articlepcvenus.com/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-4k-165hz-oled-monitorRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-05-18: US pricing set at $599.99, listed through Amazon US. US price without sales tax. MSRP is not named separately. Newegg later lists the same $599.99.
$449.995Press releaseviewsonic.com/us/blog/new-viewsonic-vx-line-of-27-inch-gaming-monitors-now-shippingRead 14 October 2026Press release of 25 February 2026: available now for an estimated street price of 449.99 USD. This is an estimated street price rather than a stated MSRP. The 19 November 2025 announcement estimated 499.99 USD and a CDW listing shows a 595.00 USD list price, so the figure is a doubt.
Launch price (EU)
Not available
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Markets
Not available
US1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Only the US shop lists this model. The ViewSonic EU, UK and global product pages return not found.
Colours
Not available
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Segment
Gaming13Maker product pagees-store.msi.com/products/mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-monitores-gamingRead 14 October 2026MSI Spain store lists the monitor as a gaming monitor (Monitores Gaming). The French MSI datasheet header says gaming screens too. Page also repeats 165 Hz, DP 1.4a, 15 W Type-C, ClearMR 9000, SLMB and 3 years with burn-in cover.
Gaming1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Sold in the gaming monitors range. The press release calls it a gaming monitor.

Display

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Screen size
26.5in(67.3 cm)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
27in(68.6 cm)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Screen Size 27 inch.
Viewable screen diagonal
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26.7in(67.8 cm)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Viewable Area 26.7 in. This agrees with the 590.42 x 333.72 mm active area in the user guide. The user guide table also says 27 inch real diagonal.
Native resolution
3840 × 2160px1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
2560 × 1440px1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Aspect ratio
16:91Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
16:91Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Pixel density
166.3ppi
108.8ppi
Pixel pitch
0.153mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
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Active display area
Width589.97Height332.93mm(23.2 × 13.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Width590.42Height333.72mm(23.2 × 13.1 in)3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix, Specifications, Display Area Active Size (H x V) 590.42 x 333.72 mm. The same appendix gives a pixel pitch of 229.2 microns, which does not fit this active area (590.42 mm / 2560 = 0.2306 mm) or the 26.7 inch viewable area, so no pixel pitch is stored.
Curved
No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
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Curvature radius
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Screen surface
Glossy8Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-165hz-4k-uhd-modelRead 14 October 2026States a glossy anti-reflective surface without the DarkArmor film, with 3H hardness. Newegg calls it a glare screen with anti-reflection.
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Anti-reflection coating
Anti-Reflection1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Anti-Glare (Haze 25%), Hard Coating (2H)3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix: Glass Surface Anti-Glare (Haze 25%), Hard Coating (2H). The product page says Anti-Reflection type, Hard-coating (2H), Haze N/A. The user guide is stored.
Touchscreen
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Panel

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Panel type
QD-OLED1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
QD-OLED1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Panel Type QD-OLED Technology. The page says it uses a self-luminous blue OLED light source that excites a quantum dot layer.
Panel type (as published)
QD-OLED1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
QD-OLED Technology1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Backlight
None (self-emissive)2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Cover and specifications identify an OLED monitor. OLED is self-emissive.
None (self-emissive)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Local dimming
Not available
Not available
Dimming zones
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Panel maker
Samsung Display8Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-165hz-4k-uhd-modelRead 14 October 2026Overview dated 2026-04-20 names a Samsung Display QD-OLED panel. PCVenus also names Samsung.
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Panel part number
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Panel generation
4th gen3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Selling points: The latest 4th-Gen QD-OLED Panel.
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Subpixel layout
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Colour depth
10bits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
10bits1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Colors 1.07B and Color Space Support 10 bit true. Key features: true 10 bit color depth.
Colour depth method
Not available
Native1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications say 10 bit true. Tom's Hardware lists native 10-bit.6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/viewsonic-vx2738-2k-27-inch-oled-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs table: Native Color Depth and Gamut 10-bit / DCI-P3+.
Displayable colours
1.07 billion1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Display Colors 1.07B, 10 bits.
1.07 billion1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
sRGB coverage
100%3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026sRGB CIE1976 area/overlap 138%/100%. Overlap is stored. The 138% area figure is not coverage.
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DCI-P3 coverage
99%3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026DCI-P3 CIE1976 area/overlap 110%/99%. Overlap stored. CIE1931 overlap is also 99%.
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Adobe RGB coverage
98%3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Adobe RGB CIE1976 area/overlap 119%/98%. Overlap stored. CIE1931 overlap is 95%.
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Rec. 2020 coverage
80%3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Rec.2020 CIE1976 area/overlap 80%/80%. Overlap stored. CIE1931 is 78%.
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NTSC coverage
95%3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026NTSC CIE1976 area/overlap 121%/95%. Overlap stored. CIE1931 overlap is 92%.
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Factory calibrated
Yes3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Delta E<=2 is claimed as a factory colour standard. The box includes a color report. No hardware LUT calibration is claimed.
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Claimed Delta E
23Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Selling points: Delta E<=2. The sheet does not say whether it is an average or a maximum. Stored as 2.
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Paper calibration report in box
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Accessories list 1x Color Report. Newegg lists a color report in the box too. The manual package list does not name it.
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Hardware calibration support
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Static contrast ratio
1,500,000:11Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 20261500000:1 (Typ.). DCR is N/A, so this is native static contrast.
150,000:11Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Static Contrast Ratio 150,000:1, as published by ViewSonic. Tom's Hardware could not measure black level or contrast.
Brightness (typical, SDR)
250nits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
200nits1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Brightness 200 cd/m2. The page does not state a window size. Tom's Hardware says the 200 nit rating tracks a full-field pattern with OLED APL off.
Brightness (maker minimum)
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Peak brightness (HDR)
1,000nits1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026HDR: 1000. The datasheet gives no test window, so no window is stored.
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HDR peak test window
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Full-screen brightness
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HDR formats
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HDR101Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Key features: HDR10 support. No DisplayHDR certification is published.
HDR certification
DisplayHDR True Black 4001Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
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Viewing angle (horizontal)
178°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
178°1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Viewing angle (vertical)
178°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
178°1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026

Refresh rate and motion

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Refresh rate per resolution and port
AMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.1DisplayPort 1.4aUSB-C
3840 × 2160Native165HzDSC165HzDSC165HzDSC
Source2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: both HDMI connectors support 3840x2160@165Hz as specified in HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort supports 3840x2160@165Hz as specified in DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR3). Preset tables p25-26: with DSC on, UHD 165 Hz is ticked for HDMI, DP and USB-C. With DSC off, HDMI keeps 165 Hz at 8 bits, DP and USB-C drop to 120 Hz at 8 bits. USB-C video limit also stated as 165 Hz in the datasheet note. No chroma subsampling is stated.
BViewSonic VX2738-2K-OLED
Refresh rate per resolution and port. The top rate is in bold.
ResolutionHDMI 2.1DisplayPort 1.4
2560 × 1440Native240Hz240Hz
Source1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Refresh Rate 240Hz, PC Resolution (max) 2560 x 1440 and Frequency Vertical HDMI 2.1 & DisplayPort = 48 ~ 240 Hz. The user guide timing list includes 2560 x 1440 at 240 Hz. The per-input maximum is read from the vertical frequency row. Bit depth, chroma and DSC use are not stated. The horizontal frequency limits in the same table (HDMI 255 kHz, DisplayPort 297 kHz) are too low for 2560 x 1440 at 240 Hz and look generic, so the vertical frequency figure is the only evidence per input. The DisplayPort version comes from Tom's Hardware.
Max refresh rate
165Hz
240Hz
Max refresh rate at native resolution
165Hz
240Hz
Max refresh rate over DisplayPort
165Hz
240Hz
Max refresh rate over HDMI
165Hz
240Hz
Max refresh rate over USB-C
165Hz
Not available
Max refresh rate at 10-bit
Not available
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Native refresh rate
165Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Refresh Rate 165Hz, activated range 48~165Hz.
240Hz1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Refresh Rate 240Hz.
Overclocked refresh rate
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Dual mode
No2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications p23: Refresh Rate (Maximum) 165Hz. The preset tables show no mode above 165 Hz, so there is no faster lower-resolution mode.
No1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Only 240 Hz at 2560 x 1440 is published. The Esports Mode shrinks the viewable area to 24.5 inch and is not a resolution mode.
Minimum fixed refresh rate
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Adaptive sync technologies
Adaptive-Sync, HDMI VRR, G-SYNC Compatible, FreeSync Premium Pro2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Adaptive-Sync is an OSD setting and HDMI VRR is listed in the preset tables and follows the Adaptive-Sync setting. Certification names come from the datasheet.
FreeSync Premium, G-SYNC Compatible1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Page: NVIDIA G-SYNC Compatible and AMD FreeSync Premium. The FreeSync Premium toggle is in the Setup menu of the user guide.
VRR range per port
AMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
InputMin (Hz)Max (Hz)
HDMI48165
DisplayPort48165
USB-C48165
Source2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p25-26 AMD VSDB range: OLED Anti-Flicker PRO off gives 48-165 Hz. With DSC off, DP and USB-C give 48-120 Hz instead. The values stored are for DSC on. The datasheet activated range is 48~165Hz.
BViewSonic VX2738-2K-OLED
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Low framerate compensation
Yes8Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-165hz-4k-uhd-modelRead 14 October 2026Lists a 48-165 Hz VRR range plus LFC. This is the reviewer's spec summary, not a measurement.
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Response time (maker GtG claim)
0.03ms1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
0.03ms1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Response Time (Typical GTG) 0.03ms.
Response time (maker MPRT claim)
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Overdrive settings
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Motion blur reduction
Yes2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p13: SLMB is an On/Off feature.
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Blur-reduction technology
SLMB2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p13: feature named SLMB.
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Blur reduction works with VRR
No2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p13: SLMB works only at 165Hz and sets Adaptive-Sync to OFF when activated.
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Flicker-free (claimed)
Yes8Reviewpcmonitors.info/msi/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-165hz-4k-uhd-modelRead 14 October 2026Lists the monitor as flicker-free. This is a spec statement, not a measurement.
Yes1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Page: Flicker-Free technology and a Blue Light Filter.
Black frame insertion
Yes9Press articlepcvenus.com/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-4k-165hz-oled-monitorRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-05-18 says Super Low Motion Blur is supported, works only at 165Hz and cannot run together with VRR. The manual p13 agrees on both limits.
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Measured

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Input lag at maximum refresh rate
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Input lag at 60 Hz
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Average response time (measured)
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Overshoot (measured)
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Contrast ratio (measured)
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SDR brightness (measured)
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381nits7Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/viewsonic-vx2738-2k-27-inch-oled-review/3Read 14 October 2026Page 3, uncalibrated at maximum backlight level: a 25% window measured 381 nits with OLED APL (variable brightness) on. With OLED APL off a full-field pattern tracks the 200 nit rating. Firmware, connection and the exact picture mode are not stated. The review is dated 17 June 2026.
HDR brightness in a real scene (measured)
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PWM flicker frequency (measured)
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VRR range (measured)
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Colour accuracy (measured Delta E)
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4.498Measurementtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/viewsonic-vx2738-2k-27-inch-oled-review/4Read 14 October 2026Page 4, Calman gamut test before calibration: 4.49 dE, improving to 1.44 dE after calibration. The Delta E formula and reference colour space are not stated. The monitor has no sRGB mode and its gamut is about 109% of DCI-P3 by volume. Grayscale started at 5.01 dE.
Gray uniformity (measured)
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Reflections (measured)
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Connectivity

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Video inputs
AMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
TypeVersionCountMax bandwidth (Gbps)DSCHDCP
HDMI2.1248Yes2.3
DisplayPort1.4a HBR31Not availableYes2.3
USB-CNot available1Not availableYesNot available
Source2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: two HDMI connectors, one DisplayPort 1.4a (HBR3), one USB Type-C DP Alt Mode port. DSC on and off timing tables p25-26 list all three inputs. HDMI 48 Gbps comes from the Inven Global report. DP raw bandwidth is not stated, so none is stored.4Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/it/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026I/O table: HDMI 2 version 2.1 HDCP 2.3. DisplayPort 1 version 1.4a (HBR3) HDCP 2.3. USB Type C (DisplayPort Alternate) 1. The Korean sheet gives the same values.
BViewSonic VX2738-2K-OLED
TypeVersionCountDSC
HDMI2.12Not available
DisplayPort1.42Yes
Source1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: HDMI 2.1 In 2 and DisplayPort 2. The page does not give a DisplayPort version. Tom's Hardware gives DisplayPort 1.4 with DSC. HDCP versions and bandwidth are not published.6Reviewtomshardware.com/monitors/gaming-monitors/viewsonic-vx2738-2k-27-inch-oled-reviewRead 14 October 2026Specs table: 2x DisplayPort 1.4 w/DSC and 2x HDMI 2.1. The text says the DisplayPort inputs support Display Stream Compression. No USB ports.
HDMI ports
2
2
DisplayPort ports
1
2
Highest HDMI version
2.1
2.1
Highest DisplayPort version
1.4a HBR3
1.4
HDMI features
ALLM, VRR, CEC2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p22: HDMI CEC. HDMI VRR is listed in the preset tables p25-26. ALLM comes from the Inven Global report.10Press articleinvenglobal.com/articles/22829/msi-launches-mag-322up-qd-oled-e16-and-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-monitorsRead 14 October 2026Article of 2026-06-15 on the MSI Korea release lists HDMI 2.1 (48Gbps) with 4K 120Hz console output, VRR and ALLM.
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USB-C video (DP Alt Mode)
Yes2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: USB Type-C port supports DisplayPort Alternate Mode.
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USB-C power delivered
15W2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p7: DP Alt Mode up to 5V/3A (15W). The OSD has a Type C PD Charge on/off setting. Some retailer pages and the legend picture in the datasheet say 98 W. The datasheet spec table, the manual, the Spanish MSI store page, Newegg and PCVenus say 15 W.
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Thunderbolt
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USB upstream ports
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USB downstream hub ports
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KVM switch
No1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Note row: Support HDMI CEC, PIP/PBP. Non Support: KVM.
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Daisy chain (MST)
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Ethernet
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3.5 mm headphone output
Yes2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p6-7: Headphone Jack.
Yes1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: 3.5mm Audio Out 1.
3.5 mm microphone input
No3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026I/O table: Mic-in N/A, Mic-in upstream N/A.
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Optical out
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Picture in picture
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Yes3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026OSD tree, Setup Menu, Multi-Picture, 2P PIP with source, region, position and size options.
Picture by picture
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Yes3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026OSD tree, Setup Menu, Multi-Picture, PBP Left-Right.

Smart features

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Smart platform
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Wi-Fi
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Bluetooth
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Remote control
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Audio and camera

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Speakers
No3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026I/O table: Speaker N/A.
Yes1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Internal Speakers 2W (x2).
Number of speakers
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21Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Speaker power per channel
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2W1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Webcam
No12Retailer pagenewegg.com/msi-mag-272up-qd-oled-e16-26-5-uhd-165hz-black/p/N82E16824475574Read 14 October 2026Spec tab: Built-in Webcam No. Listed on Newegg from 2026-07-21.
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Microphone
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Ergonomics and controls

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Stand height adjustment
110mm1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
130mm1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Height Adjust 130 mm / 5.1 in.
Tilt
Forward5°Backward20°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Forward5°Backward20°1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Tilt (Forward/Back) 5 degrees / 20 degrees.
Swivel
Left30°Right30°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Left45°Right45°1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Swivel -45 ~ 45.
Pivot
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Counterclockwise90°Clockwise90°1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Pivot (Right/Left) 90 degrees / 90 degrees.
Removable stand
Yes2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p4: the stand groove can also be used for wall mount. VESA 100 x 100 mm plate, M4 x 10 mm screws on p24.
Yes3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tom's Hardware: the stand snaps onto a 100 mm VESA mount and four fasteners are supplied for arm use. The user guide has a wall mount dimension of 100 x 100 mm.
VESA mount
100 x 1001Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
100 x 1001Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: VESA Compatible 100 x 100 mm.
VESA adapter needed
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Security lock slot
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
Yes1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Kensington Lock Slot 1.
On-screen menu controls
Joystick2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p10: Navi Key, a multi-directional control. The datasheet legend calls it a 5-way joystick. The G Key only starts the OSD application.
Joystick1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Physical Controls joystick key (up, right, down, left, center) and power.
Desktop software
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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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Gaming menu features
AI Crosshair, AI Vision, Optix Scope, Refresh Rate, Timer, Screen Size2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026AI Navigator and Gaming Features menus p12-15.
Aim Point, Esports Mode (24.5-inch viewable screen), Black Stabilization, Game presets FPS, RTS and MOBA3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Joy Key hot key turns Aim Point on and off. The Game ViewMode has FPS, RTS and MOBA presets and a Black Stabilization slider. The press release names the Esports Mode that switches the viewable screen to 24.5 inch.

OLED care

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OLED care
Pixel Shift, Panel Protect, Static Screen Detection, Multi Logo Detection, Multi Icon Detection, Taskbar Detection, Boundary Detection, V-Split Detection, Auto Dim Control2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026MSI OLED Care menu p19-20.
PXL Orbit (OLED Screen Movement), OLED Image Cleaning, Static Icon Detection, Static Screen Detection (automatic dimming)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Page: PXL Orbit moves pixels, Static Screen Detection dims the display when idle. The user guide Manual Image Adjust menu lists OLED Screen Movement, OLED Image Cleaning, OLED APL and Static Icon Detection. The page also mentions break reminder prompts.
Burn-in covered by warranty
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
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Burn-in warranty length
3years1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026
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Dimensions and weight

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Dimensions with stand
Width611.1Depth241.9mm(24.1 × 9.5 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026611.1 x 241.9 x 532.8 mm (W x D x H). The datasheet does not say which stand position the height is for, so no height is stored.
Width611.11Height (lowest)401.1Height (highest)531.1Depth250mm(24.1 × 15.8 to 20.9 × 9.8 in)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Physical 611.11 x 401.1~531.1 x 250.0 mm (W x H x D). The 130 mm height adjustment equals the span of 401.1 to 531.1 mm, so 401.1 is the lowest and 531.1 the highest stand position.
Dimensions without stand
Width611.1Height357.2Depth69.3mm(24.1 × 14.1 × 2.7 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026611.1 x 69.3 x 357.2 mm (W x D x H).
Width611.11Height354.1Depth53.59mm(24.1 × 13.9 × 2.1 in)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Physical Without Stand 611.11 x 354.1 x 53.59 mm.
Stand footprint
Width309Depth241.9mm(12.2 × 9.5 in)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Stand Dimension (WxDxH) 309 x 241.9 x 432.1 mm. Width and depth are stored.
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Weight with stand
6.8kg(15 lb)2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications p24: Weight Net 6.8 kg. The Korean and Italian spec sheets also give 6.8 kg. The datasheet says 7.7 kg for NW. The manual is preferred.
5.4kg(11.9 lb)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Net 5.4 kg.
Weight without stand
4.1kg(9 lb)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Weight Without Stand 4.1 kg. Italian sheet agrees. Net weight with stand is 6.8 kg on the same page.
2.94kg(6.5 lb)3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix: Weight (without stand) 2.94 kg. The product page rounds to 2.9 kg.
Box dimensions
Width828Height525Depth200mm(32.6 × 20.7 × 7.9 in)3Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Outer Carton Dimension (WxDxH) 82.8 x 20 x 52.5 cm, stored in mm.
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Box weight
11kg(24.3 lb)2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications p24: Gross 11 kg. The datasheet says 10.9 kg for GW. The manual is preferred.
7.7kg(17 lb)1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Gross 7.7 kg. The published packaging size 549 x 508 x 158 mm is not stored because a 611 mm wide monitor cannot fit inside it.

Power

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Power supply
Internal1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Power Type: Internal Power Board.
External adapter1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Power Supply External, Voltage DC 24V.
Adapter rating
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Input voltage
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Power Input 100~240V, 50/60Hz. The manual adds 1.5A.
100-240 V AC, 50/60 Hz3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix: Input Voltage AC 100-240V, 50/60 Hz (auto switch).
Power use (typical)
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62W1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Consumption (typical) 62w. The user guide gives 61 W typical without audio and 62 W with 100% audio, following EEI test conditions. Tom's Hardware measured 23.6 W at 200 nits, which is a different test.
Power use (max)
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63W1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Consumption (max) 63w.
Power use SDR (EU label)
25.4W6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2588419Read 14 October 2026powerOnModeSDR 25.4 W.
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Power use HDR (EU label)
26W6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2588419Read 14 October 2026powerOnModeHDR 26 W.
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Standby power
0.5W2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications p23: Standby < 0.5W. EPREL states 0.5 W.
0.5W3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix: Standby at most 0.5 W. The product page lists Stand-by 0.3 W.
Off-mode power
0.3W2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Specifications p23: Power Off < 0.3W. EPREL states 0.3 W.
0.3W3Owner's manualviewsonicglobal.com/public/products_download/user_guide/display/VX2738-2K-OLED/VX2738-2K-OLED_UG_ENG.pdfRead 14 October 2026Appendix: Off at most 0.3 W.
EU energy class SDR
F6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2588419Read 14 October 2026energyClassSDR F.
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EU energy class HDR
G6EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/api/products/electronicdisplays/2588419Read 14 October 2026energyClassHDR G.
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Energy per 1000 h SDR
25kWh7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2588419.svgRead 14 October 2026Published label text: 25 kWh/1000h for SDR. The registry value is 25.4 W. Label rounding kept.
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Energy per 1000 h HDR
26kWh7EU energy label (EPREL)eprel.ec.europa.eu/labels/electronicdisplays/Label_2588419.svgRead 14 October 2026Published label text: 26 kWh/1000h for HDR.
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Certifications

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VESA ClearMR
9,0003Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/kr/monitor/MAG%20272UP%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026Selling points: VESA ClearMR 9000 certified. This is not a blur-reduction mode.
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VESA AdaptiveSync Display
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TÜV certifications
Low Blue Light2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p15 Mode: the default Eco mode meets the TUV Rheinland Low Blue Light standard.
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Low blue light
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Software1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Page and user guide: a Blue Light Filter slider in the OSD.
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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cTUVus, FCC-B, ICES003, CEC, NRCan1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Regulations cTUVus, FCC-B, ICES003, CEC, NRCan.

In the box

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In the box
Monitor, Quick Start Guide, Stand, Stand Base with Screw(s), Screw(s) for Wall Mount Bracket(s), Power Cord, DisplayPort Cable, Fiber Cloth, Color Report2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026Package contents p3. Fiber Cloth and Color Report come from the datasheet accessories list.
VX2738-2K-OLED Display, Power Cable, AC/DC Adapter, DisplayPort Cable, Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Specifications: Package Contents. The user guide says included cables vary by country.
Cables included
AMSI MAG 272UP QD-OLED E16
TypeCount
Power Cord1
DisplayPort Cable1
Source2Owner's manualdownload.msi.com/archive/mnu_exe/monitor/MAG_272UP_QD-OLED_E16v1.0_English.pdfRead 14 October 2026p3 lists a power cord and a DisplayPort cable. The Korean spec sheet gives a count of 1 for each and N/A for HDMI and USB cables.5Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/specSheet/de/monitor/MAG%20272UPDE%20QD-OLED%20E16.pdfRead 14 October 2026German MAG 272UPDE sheet has the same table as the Korean and Italian sheets: DisplayPort Cable 1, Power Cord 1, Quick Guide 1.
BViewSonic VX2738-2K-OLED
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Power Cable
DisplayPort Cable
Source1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026Package Contents list a power cable and a DisplayPort cable. Counts are not stated.

Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
3years1Maker spec sheet (PDF)storage-asset.msi.com/datasheet/monitor/global/MAG-272UP-QD-OLED-E16.pdfRead 14 October 20263 years (including panel burn-in). Global sheet, no market named.
3years1Maker product pageviewsonic.com/us/vx2738-2k-oled.htmlRead 14 October 2026
Dead pixel policy
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