Where they actually differ
The most decisive specs, ranked by how much they matter — before the full spec table.
| Spec | BenQ - PD3225U | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 160 Hz |
| Response time (GtG) | 5 ms | 1 ms |
| Peak brightness | 400 nits | 600 nits |
| Screen size | 31.5 " | 27 " |
| USB-C Power Delivery | 90 W | 98 W |
| DCI-P3 coverage | 98 % | 95 % |
Between the PD3225U and MAG 274URFDE, the PD3225U comes out ahead in screen size / dci-p3 coverage, while the MAG 274URFDE wins on refresh rate / response time (gtg). Overall, the PD3225U scores 64.8 and the MAG 274URFDE scores 69.9 on our Mars Score.
Which should you buy?
The MAG 274URFDE edges ahead on the Mars Score (64.8 vs 69.9), but the 5.1-point gap is small enough that the right pick comes down to which spec advantages matter to you.
Pick the PD3225U if the display is what you stare at all day — refresh rate, brightness, or sharpness is where the difference will be most visible. The biggest gaps in its favor are screen size, dci-p3 coverage. The single most decisive one: Screen size — 16.67% more. 31.5 " vs 27 ".
Pick the MAG 274URFDE if you care most about refresh rate / response time (gtg). 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.
There are no meaningful ties on the headline specs — every popular-comparison metric has a winner.
Bottom line: the MAG 274URFDE is the safer default. The other model is the right choice only when its specific advantages line up with your priorities.
Which should you buy: BenQ - PD3225U or MSI - MAG 274URFDE?
MSI - MAG 274URFDE leads the current Mars Score by 5.1 points.The more useful decision is the trade-off behind that result: compare screen size, refresh rate, panel type against the way you will actually use the product.
Choose BenQ - PD3225U if…
BenQ - PD3225U has the measurable edge on screen size in, 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 - PD3225U wins
- ▲Screen size — 16.67% more. 31.5 " vs 27 ".
- ▲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 — 8.89% more. 98 W vs 90 W.
- ▲Has G-Sync.
- ▲Has FreeSync.
- ▲Panel type: Rapid IPS (vs IPS).
Spec comparison
Panel
| Spec | BenQ - PD3225U | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 31.5 "lead | 27 " |
| Panel typeⓘ | IPS | Rapid IPSlead |
| Resolutionⓘ | 4K | 4K |
| Aspect ratioⓘ | 16:9 | 16:9 |
| Curvedⓘ | false | false |
Performance
| Spec | BenQ - PD3225U | 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 - PD3225U | MSI - MAG 274URFDE |
|---|---|---|
| HDMI ports | 1 | 2lead |
| DisplayPort ports | 1 | 1 |
| USB-C inputⓘ | true | true |
| USB-C Power Deliveryⓘ | 90 W | 98 Wlead |
| KVM | true | true |
Frequently asked
Which has higher refresh rate, PD3225U or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE refreshes at 160Hz vs 60Hz.
Which has faster response time, PD3225U or MAG 274URFDE?+
MAG 274URFDE responds in 1ms vs 5ms.
Does PD3225U or MAG 274URFDE have USB-C with power delivery?+
Both offer USB-C PD — 90W on PD3225U, 98W on MAG 274URFDE.