MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 with 500Hz and DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20) now available in the US

The MSI MPG 271QR X50 is among the latest wave of 500Hz OLED gaming monitors. Announced back in Computex 2025, it's built around Samsung's 3rd Gen QD-OLED panel, like its MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50 cousin, but stands out from the competition thanks to a UHBR20-enabled DisplayPort 2.1a connection, meaning it can hit the full 500Hz refresh rate at its native 1440p resolution without needing DSC.

As part of the MPG lineup, it also gets a few extras over the MAG 272QP QD-OLED X50. There are two USB-A ports and a fully featured USB-C port with 98W Power Delivery for connecting a work laptop. MSI also includes a built-in AI sensor with real-time human detection that turns the display off when you step away to help reduce burn-in. MSI has priced the MSI MPG 271QR X50 at $799, about $50 more than the MAG variant, though it is currently listed for $768.49 on Amazon US.

The rest of the features are similar to other 500Hz QD-OLED gaming monitors. It has a 2560 x 1440 resolution, 99% DCI-P3 coverage, and up to 1,000 nits of peak HDR brightness at 3% APL. SDR brightness tops out at 300 nits, which is still relatively bright by OLED standards. The panel is certified for DisplayHDR True Black 500 and uses a matte coating.

For gaming, MSI pairs the 500Hz refresh rate with a 0.03ms response time and Nvidia G-Sync VRR for tear-free gameplay. Alongside DisplayPort 2.1 with UHBR20 support, the monitor also includes HDMI 2.1 ports for 120Hz console gaming. There is also a USB-C port with DP Alt Mode and 98W Power Delivery, plus two USB-A ports.

The MSI MPG 271QR QD-OLED X50 is available in the US through Amazon. It was previously listed on Newegg and MSI’s own store, but both are currently out of stock.