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 30" on 60" Desk
48.3" of 60" used (80%)
5.9" free on each side

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60" desk
23" — 21.1" × 9.1"
30" — 26.1" × 14.7"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 1: 23"

Monitor 2: 30"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 100.8% larger screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size23" 21:9 Ultrawide30" 16:9 Widescreen
Width21.1"26.1"
Height9.1"14.7"
Screen Area191.5 in²384.6 in²
Recommended Resolution2560 × 1080 (UWFHD)2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Viewing Distance35–58" (88–146 cm)45–75" (114–191 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference100.8% larger
Width Difference+5.0"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 23-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor versus 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 101% more) with the 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor compared to the 23-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor. The 23-inch ultrawide (21:9) gives you that sweeping, panoramic view that's great for immersive gaming and creative work, unlike the more standard 30-inch display. Choosing between monitors like 23 inch ultrawide vs 30 inch wide screen 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.