MSI E14 MSI PRO MP273L E14 27" Full HD HDR 144 Hz Monitor Review
The MSI PRO MP273L E14 delivers solid 1440p gaming at 144Hz for a surprisingly low price. It's a great value if you can live with the basic stand.
The 30-Second Version
The MSI PRO MP273L E14 is a high-value 1440p, 144Hz monitor for budget gamers. It scores a 78/100 for gaming and is absolutely worth buying if you want smooth performance without spending a fortune. Just know the stand is basic and the HDR isn't real.
Overview
The MSI PRO MP273L E14 is a 27-inch monitor that tries to be a jack-of-all-trades. It's got a 144Hz refresh rate for gaming, a 1440p IPS panel for decent color, and a simple stand that just tilts. It's a solid budget-friendly screen that doesn't try to be fancy.
Our database scores it at a 75.2 overall, with its best marks in gaming (78/100). It's not going to blow you away with HDR or perfect ergonomics, but for the price, it's a straightforward workhorse. If you need a no-frills monitor for a bit of everything, this is worth a look.
Performance
Performance is where this monitor shines for its price. That 144Hz refresh rate and 1ms response time (MPRT) make games feel smooth, landing it in the 92nd percentile for performance. The 1440p IPS panel looks good from wide angles, and the 300-nit brightness is fine for most rooms. Just don't expect real HDR—it's more of a checkbox feature here. The built-in speakers are also pretty basic, so you'll want a headset or external speakers for anything serious.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- 144Hz refresh rate makes games and motion feel super smooth. 95th
- 1440p resolution on a 27-inch screen is a sweet spot for clarity. 91th
- Connectivity is great with two HDMI 2.0 ports and a DisplayPort. 84th
- The simple, thin-bezel design looks clean on any desk. 78th
Cons
- The stand only tilts, no height or swivel adjustment.
- HDR is basically useless with only 300 nits of brightness.
- Built-in speakers are weak and tinny.
- The 6-bit+FRC color panel is decent but not for pro color work.
Specifications
Full Specifications
Display
| Size | 27" |
| Resolution | 2560 (QHD) |
| Panel Type | IPS |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Curved | No |
Performance
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Response Time | 1 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync |
Color & HDR
| Brightness | 300 nits |
| Color Gamut | 16.7 Million Colors (6-Bit+FRC) |
| HDR | HDR |
| HDR Support | HDR |
Connectivity
| HDMI Ports | 2 |
| DisplayPort | 1 |
| Speakers | Yes |
Ergonomics
| Height Adjustable | No |
| Tilt | Yes |
| Swivel | No |
| Pivot | No |
| VESA Mount | 100x100 |
Features
| Webcam | No |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Weight | 4.0 kg / 8.9 lbs |
Value & Pricing
For the price range we're seeing ($100-$190), this is a strong value. You're getting 1440p and 144Hz, which is a combo that usually costs more. You do make some sacrifices, like the basic stand and so-so HDR, but the core specs for gaming and general use are all there. If your budget is tight but you want high refresh rate gaming, this is a smart buy.
vs Competition
Compared to other budget 1440p high-refresh monitors, the MSI holds its own. It beats similar-priced options on connectivity (95th percentile) with its dual HDMI 2.0 ports. Against something like a Dell UltraSharp, you lose out on color accuracy and a better stand, but you gain that high refresh rate for gaming. The Samsung Odyssey or ASUS ROG Swift competitors are in a different league with OLED panels and higher brightness, but they also cost three or four times as much. This MSI is for the gamer on a budget who still wants smooth gameplay.
| Spec | MSI E14 MSI PRO MP273L E14 27" Full HD HDR 144 Hz Monitor | Samsung Odyssey Samsung - 57" Odyssey Neo G9 Dual 4K UHD Quantum | LG UltraGear LG UltraGear 45" WUHD DUAL MODE 4K 165Hz FHD 330Hz | ASUS ROG Swift ASUS Republic of Gamers Swift OLED PG27UCDM 26.5" | MSI MPG MSI 27 inch WQHD 2K 1440P 360Hz with AMD FreeSync | Dell UltraSharp Dell UltraSharp 27" 4K HDR 120 Hz Monitor (2-Pack) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen Size | 27 | 57 | 45 | 27 | 27 | 27 |
| Resolution | 2560 x 1440 | 7680 x 2160 | 5120 x 2160 | 3840 x 2160 | 2560 x 1440 | 3840 x 2160 |
| Panel Type | IPS | VA | OLED | OLED | OLED | IPS |
| Refresh Rate | 144 | 240 | 165 | 240 | 360 | 120 |
| Response Time Ms | 1 | 1 | - | - | 0 | 5 |
| Adaptive Sync | FreeSync | FreeSync Premium Pro | G-Sync Compatible | G-Sync Compatible | FreeSync Premium Pro | - |
| Hdr | HDR | HDR10+ | HDR10 | HDR400 | HDR400 | HDR |
Common Questions
Q: What ports does this monitor have?
It has two HDMI 2.0 ports and one DisplayPort 1.2a, which is excellent connectivity for the price and lets you hook up a PC and a game console at the same time.
Q: How fast is the response time?
MSI lists a 1ms MPRT response time, which is good for reducing motion blur in fast games. The more typical gray-to-gray response is around 4ms, which is still perfectly fine for a monitor at this price.
Who Should Skip This
Skip this if you're a professional video editor or graphic designer. The 6-bit+FRC color panel and limited brightness won't give you the accuracy you need. Also, if you hate a wobbly, tilt-only stand and don't want to buy a VESA mount, look for a monitor with a more adjustable stand out of the box.
Verdict
Buy this if you're a casual or budget-conscious gamer who wants a smooth 144Hz experience at 1440p, and you don't mind a basic stand. It's also a great secondary monitor for a multi-display setup thanks to those thin bezels. Just plug in your own speakers and maybe a monitor arm, and you're good to go.