MSI Launches MAG 271KPD7 as First 5K Monitor with Dual Mode Rapid IPS Display Architecture for Gaming and Content Creation
MSI expanded its MAG series of gaming hardware with the introduction of the MSI MAG 271KPD7. Making its debut as the company first monitor with 5K resolution and a dual mode display architecture, the monitor launched for a retail price of approximately $445 in the Chinese market. Designed for users who switch between creating visual content with excellent fidelity and quick fire competitive gaming, the 271KPD7 achieves high resolution in a single high density mode and a high refresh mode that runs at up to a 300 Hz refresh rate.
MSI based the MAG 271KPD7 on a 27 inch Rapid IPS panel which operates in two different modes. The default high image quality mode renders at 5K resolution (5120x2880) at 75 Hz, making it suitable for professional content creation or improving detail in realistic gameplay. When switched to gaming performance mode, the 271KPD7 shifts the resolution to QHD (2560x1440) while increasing the maximum refresh rate to 300 Hz.
The monitor produces 300 nits brightness when using the SDR color standard and can reach 500 nits brightness when viewing HDR content. A native contrast ratio of 1500 1 is achieved, while a 0.5 ms G2G grey to grey response time ensures visuals remain silky smooth. The 10 bit color processor displays 92.6% of Adobe RGB, 95% of the DCI P3 standard, and 122% of the sRGB color space.
Screen tearing is prevented through the inclusion of certified G SYNC and FreeSync compatible adaptations of AMD Adaptive Sync. The 271KPD7 has been TUV Rheinland certified to confirm the hardware includes blue light reduction and flicker free operation to protect users from eye fatigue.
The MSI monitor also includes several AI based technologies that augment visual quality by automating contrast and color saturation. These features allow for better visibility in dark regions and shadows. Additionally, the software can overlay a virtual cross hair or enable the user to make the display look physically smaller by reducing the viewable area to 24.5 or 26.9 inch diagonal screens.
An adjustable stand supports the display with tilt, pivot, swivel, and height modifications available. The back of the monitor chassis includes standard VESA 100x100 mm holes for mounting to third party monitor arms.
Connectivity options comprise two HDMI 2.1 ports, one DisplayPort 1.4a HBR3, and two USB 3.1 Type A ports controlled via a KVM switch. This allows users to switch between two computers using a single set of peripherals. The interface is completed with a Type C port featuring 15 W Power Delivery and a 3.5 mm audio output jack.
