On paper, the MSI Optix G27C4 stands out with its curved 27-inch Full HD VA panel which can reach a refresh rate of 165 Hz, FreeSync compatibility and a rather affordable price. Attractive features for gamers…
The MSI Optix G27C4 is a good monitor for gamers. It benefits from very good responsiveness and a high-performance black image insertion system, but it suffers from its limited ergonomics and its perfectible calibration. In the end, it doesn’t really manage to stand out from the competition, especially the AOC 27G2U which, at the same price, is still our preference.
Strong points
- Contrast.
- Reactivity.
- Frequency of 165 Hz.
- FreeSync compatibility (G-Sync by extension).
- Black Image Insertion System (ULMB).
Weak points
- Perfectible factory calibration.
- Limited ergonomics (lack of height adjustment).
- No USB hub.
NB: The reported price drop is calculated by comparing the lowest price of the day with the average of the lowest prices charged by all merchants for the product last month, with security rules to exclude prices from shops whose the VAT policy is not clear (known as “grey” shops, typically in the case of imports from China).
Alternatively
The Lenovo G27c-10 benefits from a good factory calibration which allows it to display faithful colors and an overall good rendering, with in particular deep blacks specific to the VA type panel. However, this monitor suffers from an afterglow time that is much too high, especially for a monitor intended for video games. It therefore has a hard time competing with the AOC C27G1 which, for the same price, is much more responsive.