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 38" on 60" Desk
54.1" of 60" used (90%)
2.9" free on each side

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60" desk
24" — 20.9" × 11.8"
38" — 32.2" × 20.1"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 1: 24"

Monitor 2: 38"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 163.7% larger screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size24" 16:9 Widescreen38" 16:10 Widescreen
Width20.9"32.2"
Height11.8"20.1"
Screen Area246.1 in²649.0 in²
Recommended Resolution2560 × 1440 (QHD)3840 × 2160 (4K UHD)
Viewing Distance36–60" (91–152 cm)57–95" (145–241 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference163.7% larger
Width Difference+11.3"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 24-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 164% more) with the 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 24-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 24-inch widescreen (16:9) compared to the 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio. Choosing between monitors like 24 inch wide screen vs 38 inch 16x10 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.