MSI MAG 274CXF 27-inch Curved
Score: 79/100
Sansui ES-22X3AH
Score: 72/100Rankings
The MSI MAG 274CXF is a 27-inch curved VA gaming monitor that delivers an ultra-high 280 Hz refresh rate and 0.5 ms response for esports, with strong contrast and wide color coverage, but it lacks ergonomic adjustments and true HDR performance.
The Sansui 22-inch 120 Hz monitor offers Full HD VA panel with high contrast, full sRGB coverage and Adaptive Sync, targeting office users and casual gamers. It lacks built-in audio and extensive ergonomics, and its HDR implementation is modest.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
27 inchesbest | 22 inches | |
280 Hzbest | 120 Hz | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.5 msbest | — |
300 nitsbest | 250 nits | |
4,000best | 4,000best | |
123.3 %best | 100 % | |
2best | 2best | |
1best | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Display(5) | ||
Screen Size (inches) | 27 inches | 22 inches |
Panel Type | Rapid VA | VA |
Refresh Rate (Hz) | 280 Hz | 120 Hz |
Brightness (nits) | 300 nits | 250 nits |
Color Gamut (sRGB %) (%) | 123.3 % | 100 % |
Ergonomics(1) | ||
Tilt Range (°) | 25 ° | 27 ° |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers praise its 280 Hz refresh, rapid VA panel and high contrast, while noting the lack of G-Sync, limited ergonomics and only HDR Ready certification.
Users love the speed and immersion, calling it "Best monitor ever even for a crumbed one," but complain about early hardware failures and missing ergonomic features.
“Best monitor ever even for a crumbed one”
“The speed is unmatched for esports”
“Early hardware failures are concerning”
Professional reviewers note that the Sansui ES-22X3AH punches above its weight class with a 120 Hz panel, full sRGB coverage and Adaptive Sync, features usually found on larger or pricier monitors. However, they point out its limited connectivity, lack of true HDR10, and modest stand ergonomics as drawbacks that keep it in the budget segment.
Everyday users praise the monitor for its smooth, sharp visuals, solid build quality, and excellent value, often highlighting the plug-and-play setup and responsive customer service. Recurring complaints focus on corner clouding, the absence of built-in speakers, limited ergonomic adjustments, and an HDR mode that falls short of expectations.
