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
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Monitor 1: 22.1"× 9.5" (24")
Monitor 2: 19.5"× 12.2" (23")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 23"
Monitor 1: 24"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 24.00 |
| Width (in) | 22.06 |
| Height (in) | 9.45 |
| Area (in²) | 208.55 |
| Diagonal (in) | 24.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 19.20 in x 14.40 in = 276.48 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 20.92 in x 11.77 in = 246.12 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 22.08 in x 9.40 in = 207.53 in² |
Monitor 2
| Diagonal (in) | 23.00 |
| Width (in) | 19.50 |
| Height (in) | 12.19 |
| Area (in²) | 237.75 |
| Diagonal (in) | 23.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 18.40 in x 13.80 in = 253.92 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 20.05 in x 11.28 in = 226.04 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 21.16 in x 9.01 in = 190.59 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 4.17% smaller |
| Monitor 2 Area | 14.00% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 24-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor versus 23-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 23-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 14% more space than the 24-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor. The 24-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 24 inch ultrawide vs 23 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.