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  3. /LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black vs MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) BlackvsMSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS

TIE
LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black

LG

UltraGear 27" Gaming Monitor 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black

4.5
4.5/10

$119

TIE
MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS

MSI

G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS Gaming Monitor

4.4
4.4/10

$69

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LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black and MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS are closely matched gaming monitors devices with nearly identical overall scores (4.5 vs 4.4). The best choice depends on which specific features matter most to you.

Reviewed by VersusMatrix Editorial Team|Our methodology

Score Comparison

Price9.6 / 9.8Resolution3.3 / 3.3Screen Size1.2 / 0.0Response Time9.5 / 9.5Refresh Rate1.9 / 1.9
LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) BlackMSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS

Score Breakdown

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) BlackMSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS
9.6
Price20% weight
9.8
Tied
1.9
Refresh Rate35% weight
1.9
Tied
3.3
Resolution25% weight
3.3
Tied
1.2
Screen Size10% weight
0.0
LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black wins
9.5
Response Time10% weight
9.5
Tied

Scores are relative within the gaming monitorscategory. Percentages show each dimension's weight in the overall score. A difference of less than 0.5 points is considered a tie.

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black

✓ Pros

  • ●Better build and design

MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS

Side-by-Side Specs

SpecLG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) BlackMSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS
Screen Size27"✓23.8"
Refresh Rate144Hz144Hz
Response Time1ms1ms
Price118.98$69$✓

Who Should Buy Which?

Buy LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black if…

The LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

Buy MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS if…

The MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

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Who do you think wins this matchup?

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black vs MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS — FAQ

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black vs MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS: which is better?

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black and MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS are closely matched gaming monitors devices with nearly identical overall scores (4.5 vs 4.4). The best choice depends on which specific features matter most to you.

Is LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black better than MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS?

Both products score similarly — it depends on your priorities.

Which is cheaper, LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black or MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS?

MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS is cheaper at $69 vs $118.98 for the LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black.

Who should buy the LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black?

The LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

Who should buy the MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS?

The MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS is worth considering if you prefer its specific design, ecosystem, or brand — though it scores lower overall in our comparison.

Which has a bigger screen, LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black or MSI G242LW 23.8" FHD (1920x1080) HDMI DP 144Hz 1ms FreeSync IPS?

LG UltraGear 27" 1920 x 1080 144Hz 1ms IPS (27G411A-B) Black has the larger display (27" vs 23.8").

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