MSI Modern Modern AM272P 1M 27" White 2025 Review

The MSI Modern AM272P is a sleek all-in-one with a killer 32GB of RAM, but it's hamstrung by a slow laptop processor. It's fine for basic office work, but it's overpriced for what you get. Only consider it if a cable-free desk is your #1 priority.

The MSI Modern AM272P is an all-in-one PC that tries to be a sleek, do-it-all machine for the home office. It's got a big 27-inch screen, a ton of RAM, and a clean design that hides all the cables.

But here's the thing: it's built around an Intel 150U processor, which is a low-power laptop chip. That means it's fine for basic tasks, but calling it a 'Core 7' is a bit of marketing spin. This isn't a powerhouse; it's a tidy desk accessory with some generous specs.

Performance is a mixed bag, and the numbers tell the story. The 32GB of DDR5 RAM is fantastic—it's in the 83rd percentile, so multitasking is smooth. The 1TB SSD is also quick. The problem is the engine. The Intel 150U CPU lands in the 27th percentile, so it's not a fast processor. The integrated Intel Graphics are predictably weak, scoring a 13.7/100 for gaming. It'll handle web browsing, office apps, and video calls just fine, but don't expect it to edit video or run anything more demanding.

At $1,579, the value proposition is tough. You're paying a premium for the all-in-one form factor and that generous 32GB of RAM. For the same money, you could build or buy a traditional desktop with a much faster CPU, a dedicated GPU, and probably a better monitor. You're really buying the convenience of a single, tidy unit, and that comes at a significant performance cost.

Compared to other desktops in its price range, like the HP Omen 45L or an Alienware Aurora, the MSI Modern gets left in the dust on raw power. Those are true gaming/performance desktops. A fairer comparison might be to other all-in-ones, but even then, the weak CPU is a standout weakness. If you want an AIO, a Mac Studio paired with a studio display would be in a different league, but also a different price bracket. This MSI sits in an awkward spot: not powerful enough to be a workhorse, and too expensive to be a simple web machine.

Skip this if you need any real computing power. That means developers, content creators, data analysts, or anyone who even thinks they might want to play a game. Also, skip it if you're on a tight budget—you can get a much faster standard desktop and a nice monitor for less money.

Buy this only if your top priorities are a super clean desk and you absolutely never do anything more intensive than having 50 Chrome tabs open while on a Zoom call. It's for someone who values aesthetics over performance and has a budget that allows for that trade-off.