Designed for the competitive gamer, the Optix G242 23.8" 16:9 144 Hz IPS Gaming Monitor from MSI offers many features popular with gamers at a cost-effective price. Equipped with one DisplayPort input and dual HDMI ports, you can connect multiple devices such as a computer and console and quickly swap between them. The 1 ms response time and 144 Hz refresh rate provide a smooth visual experience with intense graphic fidelity for your gaming sessions. The Optix G242 uses In-Plane Switching (IPS) technology with a 1000:1 contrast ratio and 16:9 aspect ratio to give you a 178°/178° viewing angles and support for 16.7 million colors. The 1920 x 1080 resolution rests at a brightness of 250 cd/m² for crisp image clarity. Additionally, you may connect your headset or speakers to the monitor with the 3.5mm audio jack for another level of immersion.
| Size | 23.8" |
| Screen Area | 20.75 x 11.67" / 527.04 x 296.46 mm |
| Panel Type | IPS-Type LCD |
| Touchscreen | No |
| Resolution | 1920 x 1080 |
| Aspect Ratio | 16:9 |
| Pixels Per Inch (ppi) | 93 ppi |
| Finish | Glossy with Anti-Reflective Coating |
| Maximum Brightness | 250 cd/m2 |
| Contrast Ratio | 1000:1 |
| Dynamic Contrast Ratio | 100,000,000:1 |
| Refresh Rate | 144 Hz |
| Variable Refresh Technology | G-Sync |
| Bit Depth / Color Support | 6-Bit+FRC (16.7 Million Colors) |
| HDR Compatibility | None |
| Color Gamut | 127.7% sRGB 94.6% DCI-P3 |
| Response Time | 1 ms |
| Viewing Angle (H x V) | 178 x 178° |
| Dot Pitch | 0.2745 x 0.2745 mm |
| Connectivity | 2 x HDMI 1.4 Input 1 x DisplayPort 1.2a Input 1 x 3.5 mm Output |
| HDCP Support | No |
| Built-In Speakers | None |
| AC Input Power | 100 to 240 VAC, 50 / 60 Hz at 2.25 A |
| AC Input Power | VAC50 / 60 Hz |
| Power Adapter Type | External |
| Height Adjustment | None |
| Rotation Adjustment | None |
| Swivel Adjustment | None |
| Tilt Adjustment | -5 to 20° |
| Mounting-Hole Pattern | 100 x 100 mm |
| Lock Slot | Yes, Kensington |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 21.3 x 16.2 x 8.6" / 540.3 x 411.6 x 218.2 mm |
| Weight | 7.34 lb / 3.33 kg |
| Package Weight | 11.6 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 23.5 x 16 x 6.5" |
