MSI Unveils the MPG 274URDFW E16M - Mini-LED, Dual Mode and AI-Driven Gaming Monitor

[TheLostSwede]

MSI proudly introduces the MPG 274URDFW E16M, a 27-inch Mini-LED Dual Mode gaming monitor. It features a Rapid IPS panel, Dual Mode for 160 Hz at UHD and 320 Hz at FHD, 0.5 ms (GtG, Min.) response time, and AI-driven features. This monitor delivers stunning visual clarity, rich colors, and optimized performance.

Stunning Visuals with Mini-LED and Quantum Dot Technology
Powered by Mini-LED and Quantum Dot technology, the MPG 274URDFW E16M offers exceptional brightness, deep contrast, and rich colors. It features 1,152 full-array local dimming zones for precise backlight control, achieving deep blacks and sharp highlights. With VESA DisplayHDR 1000 certification, 98% DCI-P3, 100% Adobe RGB, 140% sRGB coverage, and Delta E≤2 color accuracy, this monitor delivers lifelike visuals for gaming, content creation, and entertainment.




Advanced AI Features for Competitive Edge
With the AI Navigator, this monitor provides the AI Menu for customized display settings that automatically activate when you launch a game, including AI Vision, AI Crosshair, as well as brightness, contrast, and more. Gamers can easily export and import to share with friends.

AI Dual Mode automatically optimizes refresh rates when switching resolutions, eliminating the need for manual adjustments. This intelligent system enhances in-game awareness and precision, providing a critical edge in intense gaming play.

Seamless Connectivity and Ergonomic Design
The MPG 274URDFW E16M supports HDMI 2.1, DisplayPort 1.4a, and USB Type-C with 98 W Power Delivery for seamless connectivity across multiple devices. Its 4-way adjustable stand provides ergonomic comfort, while KVM support simplifies multi-device control, making it an ideal choice for gamers who demand versatility and performance.

Bold New Design with Dynamic Lighting
This model introduces a striking new white design with 44 LEDs, supporting Mystic Light for customizable RGB effects, and is certified with Windows Dynamic Lighting for synchronized lighting across your gaming peripherals. This unique combination of style and performance sets the monitor apart, making it the ultimate choice for gamers who want to stand out.

With a striking new design, flexible Dual Mode function, advanced Mini-LED visuals, and powerful AI features, the MPG 274URDFW E16M delivers unmatched versatility, making it the ultimate choice for gamers seeking peak performance and stunning visuals.

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[Space Lynx]

I will never understand this 27" 4k format, absolutely stupid imo. 1440p should be 27" only, 32" and above is 4k.

Try playing Dragon Age Origins on that 27" 4k monitor, text is so tiny and no way to fix it without mod tinkering which is annoying. But 100% of games scale perfectly fine to 1440p 27", no one tells these things to the consumer though, they find out the hard way you know what I mean

 

[TheLostSwede]

I will never understand this 27" 4k format, absolutely stupid imo. 1440p should be 27" only, 32" and above is 4k.

I've had two and I'm not seeing the issue. I've also had two 25" 1440p displays and to me that was the perfect size for that resolution.
My 14" 2880 x 1800 laptop display is pushing it though.

Try playing Dragon Age Origins on that 27" 4k monitor, text is so tiny and no way to fix it without mod tinkering which is annoying. But 100% of games scale perfectly fine to 1440p 27", no one tells these things to the consumer though, they find out the hard way you know what I mean

I play all my games at 4K resolution on my 27" display, not had any issues. Time to invest in some glasses?

 

[Space Lynx]

I've had two and I'm not seeing the issue. I've also had two 25" 1440p displays and to me that was the perfect size for that resolution.
My 14" 2880 x 1800 laptop display is pushing it though.

I play all my games at 4K resolution on my 27" display, not had any issues. Time to invest in some glasses?

have you tried dragon age origins? you can't read any of the abilities at 27" 4k

 

[TheLostSwede]

have you tried dragon age origins? you can't read any of the abilities at 27" 4k

One game doesn't mean 27" 4K displays are crap though.
Lots of people own them and I generally only see complaints from people that don't own one, who claim they're too small.

 

[Cheeseball]

Try playing Dragon Age Origins on that 27" 4k monitor, text is so tiny and no way to fix it without mod tinkering which is annoying. But 100% of games scale perfectly fine to 1440p 27", no one tells these things to the consumer though, they find out the hard way you know what I mean

Most games that actually support 4K (e.g. properly measured HUD/UI) will scale 2160p fine at 27 inches. If anything, it would be at around 163 pixels per inch, which is still lower than most iPhones (326 ppi) and even the Steam Deck (206 ppi). This is why even though the Steam Deck is 800p, the picture at 7" looks crisp despite the lower resolution.

Dragon Age Origins is from 2009, when 1366x768 (16:9) and 1440x900 (16:10) were the common budget resolutions and 1680x1050/1920x1080 3D monitors was the gaming high-end with 1440p60 monitors for creative use. It's no surprise that the Eclipse engine doesn't scale well to 2160p with what was available at the time.

have you tried dragon age origins? you can't read any of the abilities at 27" 4k

This fault would be on the developer, but then again you can't blame them as 2160p was not a common resolution at the time.

 

[Space Lynx]

fair, but I have to be able to play DAO on demand whenever I want, its a comfort game for me and is always installed, so im stuck with my 27" 1440p

 

[vacsati]

I will never understand this 27" 4k format, absolutely stupid imo. 1440p should be 27" only, 32" and above is 4k.

Try playing Dragon Age Origins on that 27" 4k monitor, text is so tiny and no way to fix it without mod tinkering which is annoying. But 100% of games scale perfectly fine to 1440p 27", no one tells these things to the consumer though, they find out the hard way you know what I mean

4k 27 inch is crystal clear, while 1440p is a bit hairy, pixelated around objects, fonts. There is a quite big difference between 4k and WQHD at 27 inch. After using a 4k 27 inch, you will never want an 1440p 27 inch.

32 inch still ok with 4k, but anythinh above that would need higher resolutions.

 

[Cheeseball]

On-topic: Out of all the new dual-mode Fast IPS monitors that are coming out, I think MSI currently won this round with the 1152 zones Mini-LED backlight and 98W USB-C charging. The only problem is DisplayPort 1.4a, but its only 160 Hz at 2160p, so not a major issue, but still a problem for those NVIDIA 40-series (and lower) users who want to use DLSDR (can't enable it due to lack of bandwidth) and will experience the DSC bug (alt-tabbing on an exclusive-fullscreen Vulkan/DX11 game).

 

[Space Lynx]

On-topic: Out of all the new dual-mode Fast IPS monitors that are coming out, I think MSI currently won this round with the 1152 zones Mini-LED backlight and 98W USB-C charging. The only problem is DisplayPort 1.4a, but its only 160 Hz at 2160p, so not a major issue, but still a problem for those NVIDIA 40-series (and lower) users who want to use DLSDR (can't enable it due to lack of bandwidth) and will experience the DSC bug (alt-tabbing on an exclusive-fullscreen Vulkan/DX11 game).

Monitors Unboxed just reviewed the worlds first IPS BLACK 240hz 4k 32" monitor, it has terrible latency unfortunately in all overdrive modes... Another reason I am glad I went OLED.

I am looking forward to Monitors Unboxed reviewing this one though.

 

[Cheeseball]

Monitors Unboxed just reviewed the worlds first IPS BLACK 240hz 4k 32" monitor, it has terrible latency unfortunately in all overdrive modes... Another reason I am glad I went OLED.

I am looking forward to Monitors Unboxed reviewing this one though.

Yeah, LG's IPS Black panels were probably not meant for HFR use. Fast IPS panels still work best with a Mini-LED backlight to achieve dark zones as the backlight will technically be off, but still not as clean and per-pixel accurate like OLED. The high-end Samsung VA panels almost beat it back then, but they still had motion smearing even at 240Hz (my former 2021 Odyssey G9).

Apparently, they're good on creative/professional monitors like the LG 32UQ85R (60 Hz, 4K, 32").

 

[Caring1]

The side view picture makes it appear very unstable and unbalanced, almost ready to topple over.

 

[TheLostSwede]

The side view picture makes it appear very unstable and unbalanced, almost ready to topple over.

Nah, these types of stand aren't an issue with 27" monitors, I've had two, but got a monitor arm for the current one, to get it up a little bit higher.

 

[_roman_]

I like "Delta E≤2 color accuracy".

I dislike and it makes it a no buy because of DP 1.4 Connectors. Not worth looking more into HZ, Freesync optino and other specs. I also do not want to see any HDMI 2.1 on a monitor but a old bad, very bad DP 1.4 connector. I get the feeling they put on purpose high level HDMI on monitors but crappy old Displayports on monitors these days.