Monitor Size Comparison

Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find your perfect setup

Monitor Size Comparison

Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk

Monitor 1
Monitor 2
23" vs 43" on 60" Desk
60.6" of 60" used (101%)

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60" desk
23" — 20.0" × 11.3"
43" — 39.5" × 16.9"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 1: 23"

Monitor 2: 43"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 196.2% larger screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size23" 16:9 Widescreen43" 21:9 Ultrawide
Width20.0"39.5"
Height11.3"16.9"
Screen Area226.0 in²669.5 in²
Recommended Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)3840 × 1600 (UWQHD+)
Viewing Distance35–58" (88–146 cm)65–108" (164–273 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference196.2% larger
Width Difference+19.5"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 23-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 43-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 196% more) with the 43-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor compared to the 23-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. The 43-inch ultrawide (21:9) gives you that sweeping, panoramic view that's great for immersive gaming and creative work, unlike the more standard 23-inch display. Choosing between monitors like 23 inch wide screen vs 43 inch ultrawide really depends on what you're using your computer for. For a great all-rounder that won't overwhelm your desk, a 27-inch screen is hard to beat. Need to multitask like a pro? A dual 24-inch configuration might be your new best friend. Or maybe you're after that cinema-like experience for gaming or movies? In that case, an ultrawide 32-inch monitor could be exactly what you're looking for. Check out our guides for more in-depth comparisons that'll help you make the right choice.