MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED 49″ 32:9 Curved 1800R QD-OLED Gaming Monitor

I recently made the switch from the 49″ Samsung OLED G9 to the MSI MPG 491CQP monitor, and I must say, I am thoroughly impressed. Here’s why:

Firstly, let’s talk about performance. The MSI monitor’s software runs like a dream, providing a seamless user experience that is noticeably snappier compared to its competitors. Whether you’re gaming, working, or just browsing the web, the responsiveness of the MSI MPG 491CQP is a game-changer.

In terms of display quality, the colors on the MSI monitor are on par with what I experienced with the Samsung OLED G9. The vibrant hues and deep blacks make for an immersive viewing experience, whether you’re watching movies or playing games. The slight differences in color are negligible in my opinion, especially considering the other advantages the MSI monitor offers.

One of the standout features of the MSI MPG 491CQP is its KVM functionality and embedded software. The ability to switch between multiple devices with ease is incredibly convenient, streamlining my workflow and reducing clutter on my desk. This feature alone sets the MSI monitor apart from others in its class.

And let’s not forget about the price. Despite offering top-notch performance and features, the MSI MPG 491CQP comes in at a more affordable price point compared to similar monitors on the market. This excellent value for money makes it a no-brainer choice for anyone looking to upgrade their setup without breaking the bank.

Overall, I am thoroughly impressed with the MSI MPG 491CQP monitor. Its superior performance, advanced features like KVM, and competitive pricing make it a clear winner in my book. After experiencing the difference it makes in my day-to-day usage, I can confidently say that I won’t be going back to “normal” monitors anytime soon. Highly recommended!

I’ve upgraded from an LG 49-inch ultrawide monitor to a new MSI MPG 491CQP QD-OLED, 49 Curved OLED Gaming Monitor that elevates my viewing experience with its OLED display and USB-C power delivery.

What I Like:
Expansive Aspect Ratio (32:9): The wide canvas enhances gaming immersion and provides ample space for all my essential applications during work.
OLED Display: The screen’s vivid clarity and unparalleled brilliance make every detail pop—OLED truly is in a league of its own.
USB-C Power Delivery: This convenient feature streamlines my workspace, allowing me to power my laptop and reduce cable clutter significantly.

Areas for Enhancement:
– Cable Management: Currently, the cables dangle conspicuously, requiring adhesive clips for organization. An integrated solution through the stand would be a more sophisticated approach. My previous LG model excelled in maintaining a clean setup, which I prefer.
– USB-C Cable: It’s notable that a specific USB 4 cable is necessary to utilize the full functionality of the USB-C port, which, unfortunately, is not included with the monitor.

Have purchased several monitors, both IPS and VA, trying to find one that I was happy with (AW3821DW, LG45GR75DC, etc.) Specifically was looking for a monitor that could be used for work, gaming, media.

Originally was not considering OLEDs as the text was too blurry. However, this MSI monitor checks every box! Large, high resolution, and clear OLED screen does not have the blurry text issues I was having with other OLEDs (42″ and 48″ LG C3). The built in KVM is also great, although the auto-switch functionality is a little aggressive when working with multiple inputs. All-in-all, this monitor is nearly perfect. Would be great to have higher refresh rates, USB 3.0 instead of 2.0, and higher brightness levels, but that will probably come down the line with new panels. For now, this is the best 49″ OLED on the market.

Got the Samsung odyssey g9 oled and this monitor to see which one I’d like more. Got to use both and I’m going to return the samsung and keep this msi monitor. The colors pop a lot more on the msi and seems to get brighter than the samsung. I like that msi also gives you 3 years warranty unlike samsung which is only 1 year. Another good thing that I like is the extra protection with the oled care software which helps prevent burn in and I do like that this is using the new gen 3 oled panel. Only thing I dislike about this monitor is the stand, but that’s my only critic about this monitor. Other than that, its amazing.

I’d give it 5 stars but for one aspect, it has these cyclical anti-burn-in shutdowns every 4 hours. The monitor will first prompt you that it intends to turn off for 5 mins, and you can defer it a few times, but eventually you have to wait. It is always inconvenient and potentially devastating, particularly during gaming or trading, so don’t count on this monitor to always be there when you need it most. Also, I have top of the line 8K HDMI cable and still get rare dropouts, but it resyncs quickly. Not sure if this is also part of their OLED preservation algorithm. The whole strategy just seems poorly executed and thoughtless.
Other than this, by far the best visual experience monitor I’ve ever had. Black is black, and the colors are dreamy. This is truly an enormous screen.

Loving this monitor so far. The 3 year warranty and price brought me to this particular model. Favorite aspect of the monitor is the color, contrast and clarity. Gaming is buttery smooth. Excellent for office work, text is clear. A lot lighter (weight) than my previous monitor, so was easier to set up. Overall been a great experience so far.

I was in the market for an ultrawide monitor for a longtime, and did purchase with another brand. However, due to some QC problems, had to return and began my hunt again. I had (and still currently do, top 2 monitors in photo) MSI monitors before and they have never let me down in terms of quality and durability (survived 3 moves and a little knocking around, they’re still going flawlessly), so when I heard MSI was releasing a new lineup with a 49″, I was already sold, it was just a matter of getting one when it was available.

I was going to buy two (essentially replace out my top monitors), but after my first set from a different brand ruining that experience, I held off. Currently beating myself up for not now after unboxing this and getting it plugged in. For the price, alone, I am blown away from picture quality. I think it’s comparable with its competitors, but has the edge given the base pricing (not to mention more dedicated experience in the gaming space versus others). It does have an automatic pixel refresh (since OLED) and I have it set to where when the monitor goes into standby or shuts down is when it will do the refresh automatically; it is initially set for every 4 hours of use up to 16 hours.

If I had to given any major critiques, it would be the outer packaging; everything inside was packaged great for the most part; the screen, itself, did not have a plastic protector on the front of it like the other set I had purchased (but seeing that as a MSI standard as my previous ones arrived the same way), but everything worked as should. Outside packaging, the box looked discolored, more pink than red as if it sat in sunlight. Although I cannot attest this is how packaging was purposefully made, made me curious why that transition. One corner of the box was pushed in, but the monitor was encased with styrofoam so zero damage to the monitor at all (this was, likely, out of distributors control and more so deliverer).

As of now, we’re sitting at a 5/5 for rating solely for the base pricing, this gives this monitor some edge for those wanting to upgrade into the ultrawide monitors as well as OLED. Only time will truly tell how well this monitor will hold up!

Shipping box design was a nice feature from the start. Very easy to open, get to and setup the monitor right from the packaging, also very secure. This is my first ultrawide coming from a pretty old 16:9 32 inch Samsung. I immediately appreciated the extra space. I mainly do coding, photo editing and your basic stuff with the intention to expand my sim racing to pc. At first, text was a bit hard for me to read, but with some quick adjustments, I’m pretty happy with it even without any scaling.

The colors on this monitor are just amazing, so vivid and intense yet fully distinguishable. I did hook a console up and had no issues getting full console mode. Colors are excellent on console as well.

Since my first pc build several decades ago, I have used MSI and every subsequent build since. This is however my first MSI monitor. I am quite pleased with this monitor thus far with no real complaints. Minor issue of the bottom trim plate not fully seating on the apex of both the left and right side curve. This is only noticable when standing above view line and looking down. This was only visible due to light reflection in that area otherwise I would never know.

All in all I am happy with my purchase and glad I held out for a bit and got this MSI monitor. Overall recommend.

This monitor is a game-changer in the world of display technology. From the moment I powered it on, I was captivated by its vibrant colors, deep blacks, and razor-sharp contrasts. Each pixel seemed to come alive, rendering every image with breathtaking clarity and detail.

What truly impressed me was the monitor’s superior color accuracy and wide color gamut. Whether I was editing photos, watching movies, or immersing myself in a gaming session, the colors were rendered with precision and fidelity, elevating my viewing experience to new heights.

Not only does this OLED monitor excel in image quality, but its lightning-fast response times and smooth motion handling also make it perfect for gaming and multimedia use. The high refresh rates and minimal input lag ensured that every frame was delivered with fluidity and precision, keeping me immersed in the action without any distractions.

On top of its outstanding performance, the OLED monitor’s sleek and modern design added a touch of sophistication to my workspace. Its thin profile and minimal bezels created an immersive viewing experience, while the adjustable stand allowed me to find the perfect ergonomic position for long hours of use.

Overall, the OLED computer monitor exceeded my expectations in every way, setting a new standard for display excellence. It’s not just a monitor – it’s a window to a world of unparalleled visual experiences.

I’ve also owned the aw3423dwf with a first gen qd-oled panel and found them to have very similar overall picture quality and brightness. The same type of panel care pop-up as the alienware models, which I got used to. It did not ship with a protective film over the screen, just a foam wrap. This has been known to cause damage to the alienware monitors, but the MPG491 arrived spotless. Good job, MSI!

It has an updated subpixel layout, and I didn’t notice any text fringing so I’m satisfied. I’m replaying rdr2 in HDR and max settings using a 3080ti and it’s such a joy to look at in 32:9 aspect ratio. I’m happy with 60-100fps depending on where the slider is on the geforce experience optimizer. YMMV

I am ultimately going to return this monitor, however, due to the presence of a dead pixel right in the middle. At $1100 this equipment should be PERFECT.