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
24" vs 23" on 60" Desk
41.4" of 60" used (69%)
9.3" free on each side

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60" desk
24" — 20.4" × 12.7"
23" — 20.0" × 11.3"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 2: 23"

Monitor 1: 24"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 12.7% smaller screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size24" 16:10 Widescreen23" 16:9 Widescreen
Width20.4"20.0"
Height12.7"11.3"
Screen Area258.9 in²226.0 in²
Recommended Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Viewing Distance36–60" (91–152 cm)35–58" (88–146 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference12.7% smaller
Width Difference-0.3"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 24-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor versus 23-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 24-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 15% more space than the 23-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 23-inch widescreen (16:9) compared to the 24-inch 1.6 aspect ratio. Choosing between monitors like 24 inch 16x10 vs 23 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.