Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | BenQ - PD2730S | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 160 Hz |
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 95 % |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 96 W | 98 W |
| G-Sync | false | true |
Between the PD2730S and MAG 274URFDE, the PD2730S comes out ahead in dci-p3 coverage, while the MAG 274URFDE wins on refresh rate / response time (gtg). Overall, the PD2730S scores 65.6 and the MAG 274URFDE scores 69.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MAG 274URFDE edges ahead on the Mars Score (65.6 vs 69.9), but the 4.3-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the PD2730S if you care most about dci-p3 coverage. The biggest gaps in its favor are dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: DCI-P3 coverage — 3.16% more. 98 % vs 95 %.
Pick the MAG 274URFDE if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. Its strongest claims are refresh rate, response time (gtg), peak brightness, among others. The single most decisive one: Refresh rate — 166.67% more. 160 Hz vs 60 Hz.
Both ship with comparable screen size, so those specs do not separate the two — focus on the differences below.
Bottom line: there is no wrong answer here — match the spec advantages to how you actually use the product. The Mars Score parity says both are well-rounded; the differences are about trade-offs, not quality.
Which should you buy: BenQ - PD2730S or MSI - MAG 274URFDE?
MSI - MAG 274URFDE leads the current Mars Score by 4.3 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare refresh rate, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose BenQ - PD2730S if…
BenQ - PD2730S has the measurable edge on color gamut dci p3 pct.
Choose MSI - MAG 274URFDE if…
MSI - MAG 274URFDE has the measurable edge on refresh rate hz, response time ms, peak brightness nits.
This is a structured comparison of the published catalog values. It is not a claim of identical real-world performance across every workload; use the linked spec drill-downs and methodology page to inspect the inputs.
Why BenQ - PD2730S wins
- ▲DCI-P3 coverage — 3.16% more. 98 % vs 95 %.
Why MSI - MAG 274URFDE wins
- ▲Refresh rate — 166.67% more. 160 Hz vs 60 Hz.
- ▲Response time (GtG) — 80.00% less. 1 ms vs 5 ms.
- ▲Peak brightness — 50.00% more. 600 nits vs 400 nits.
- ▲USB-C Power Delivery — 2.08% more. 98 W vs 96 W.
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
- ▲Panel type: Rapid IPS (vs IPS).
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | BenQ - PD2730S | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 27 " | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | Rapid IPSlead |
| Resolutionⓘ | 5Klead | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | BenQ - PD2730S | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rateⓘ | 60 Hz | 160 Hzlead |
| Response time (GtG)ⓘ | 5 ms | 1 mslead |
| Peak brightnessⓘ | 400 nits | 600 nitslead |
| DCI-P3 coverageⓘ | 98 %lead | 95 % |
| HDRⓘ | true | true |
| G-Syncⓘ | false | truelead |
| FreeSyncⓘ | false | truelead |
Connectivity
| Spec | BenQ - PD2730S | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 1 | 2lead |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 96 W | 98 Wlead |
| KVM | true | true |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, PD2730S or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE refreshes at 160Hz vs 60Hz.
Which has faster response time, PD2730S or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE responds in 1ms vs 5ms.
Does PD2730S or MAG 274URFDE have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 96W on PD2730S, 98W on MAG 274URFDE.