Experience fast and fluid competitive gaming with the MSI MAG 256F 25-inch Gaming Monitor. Featuring 1920×1080 Full HD resolution, 180Hz refresh rate, Rapid IPS panel and 1ms response time, it’s built for FPS, esports and high-refresh-rate gaming.

Get the speed and clarity you need for competitive gaming with the MSI MAG 256F Gaming Monitor.

Featuring a 24.5-inch viewable Rapid IPS panel with Full HD 1920×1080 resolution, the MAG 256F combines responsive gaming performance with the viewing characteristics of IPS display technology.

The ultra-fast 180Hz refresh rate delivers significantly smoother motion than conventional 60Hz and 75Hz monitors, making fast movement easier to follow in competitive games.

A 1ms (GtG) response time helps reduce motion blur and keeps fast-paced action looking sharp, making this monitor especially suitable for FPS, racing, battle royale and esports titles.

For gamers looking to maximize competitive performance at 1080p, the MSI MAG 256F provides an excellent combination of 180Hz speed, Rapid IPS technology and Full HD resolution.

Key Features

• 24.5-inch Viewable Gaming Display
• 25-inch Class Monitor
• 1920 × 1080 Full HD Resolution
• Rapid IPS Panel
• 180Hz Refresh Rate
• 1ms (GtG) Response Time
• Adaptive-Sync Support
• HDR Ready
• Anti-Glare Display
• Wide Viewing Angles
• Excellent for FPS & Esports Gaming
• Suitable for High-FPS Gaming PCs

Display Specifications

Brand: MSI
Series: MAG
Model: MAG 256F
Screen Size: 24.5-inch viewable / 25-inch class
Resolution: 1920 × 1080 (FHD)
Panel Type: Rapid IPS
Refresh Rate: Up to 180Hz
Response Time: 1ms (GtG)
Aspect Ratio: 16:9
Viewing Angle: 178° Horizontal / 178° Vertical
Surface: Anti-Glare
HDR: HDR Ready
Adaptive Sync: Supported
VESA Mount: 100 × 100mm

Connectivity

DisplayPort: 1× DisplayPort 1.2a
HDMI: 2× HDMI 2.0b
Headphone Output: 1× Headphone-Out

For maximum refresh-rate performance, use an appropriate DisplayPort or HDMI connection with a compatible graphics card.

180Hz Competitive Gaming

The 180Hz refresh rate is one of the MAG 256F's biggest advantages.

Compared with a standard 60Hz display, the monitor can refresh the image up to three times as frequently, producing noticeably smoother motion when your gaming PC can deliver high frame rates.

This makes it particularly suitable for:

• Counter-Strike 2
• Valorant
• Fortnite
• PUBG
• Apex Legends
• Call of Duty
• Racing & Competitive Games

Rapid IPS + 1ms Response

The Rapid IPS panel combines fast gaming performance with the color and wide viewing-angle advantages associated with IPS technology.

Combined with its 1ms GtG response time, the MAG 256F is designed to keep fast-moving gameplay responsive and clear.

Ideal GPU Pairing

The Full HD resolution makes the MAG 256F a strong match for gaming PCs focused on achieving high frame rates.

For competitive gaming, pair it with a capable NVIDIA GeForce or AMD Radeon GPU that can push high FPS at 1080p to take full advantage of the 180Hz display.

Why Choose MSI MAG 256F?

The MAG 256F offers an excellent combination of:

• 180Hz high-refresh gaming
• 1ms response time
• Rapid IPS technology
• Full HD resolution
• Adaptive-Sync support
• Esports-friendly screen size
• MSI gaming-focused design

It’s an excellent upgrade for gamers moving from a traditional 60Hz, 75Hz or 100Hz monitor to a much faster gaming display.