Horizontal lines at bottom of screen & text distortion – Optix G241 (Hardware / COF issue?)

[gladi15ba02e6]

Hi everyone,
I bought my MSI Optix G241 in 2022, and recently I started getting 1px horizontal lines and text distortion (cut-off fonts) at the very bottom of the screen.

Issue: Multiple 1px horizontal lines at the bottom; text/letters look cut off.
Color Sensitivity: Noticeable mostly on bright/vivid colors (like bright orange), but barely visible or not even visible on dark/grey backgrounds.
Refresh Rate: Worse at lower Hz (60Hz), slightly better at higher Hz.
Screenshots: Screenshots look completely fine (rules out GPU/Software).
Isolation: Tested across multiple OS (Linux/Win), cables (DP/HDMI), and different PCs. The issue persists everywhere.

Since all inputs and software are ruled out, this seems like panel/COF degradation over time.
Has anyone with this model experienced the same issue? Is the panel pretty much at the end of its lifespan, or is there any workaround?

Thanks!

 

[gladi15ba02e6]

Since the warranty expired, it seems no one even bothers to reply. I'm done with MSI products.

 

[plutomate]

It can happen with any monitor or electronic device. Your assumption seems legit so only rma would fix it. But of course with price because warranty had expired. I understand your feeling but there's no other suggestion to give.