Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
27" vs 48" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 23.5"× 13.2" (27")
Monitor 2: 46.2"× 13.0" (48")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 27"
Monitor 2: 48"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
Diagonal (in) | 27.00 |
Width (in) | 23.53 |
Height (in) | 13.24 |
Area (in²) | 311.50 |
Diagonal (in) | 27.00 |
4:3 Display | 21.60 in x 16.20 in = 349.92 in² |
16:9 Display | 23.53 in x 13.24 in = 311.50 in² |
2.35:1 Display | 24.84 in x 10.57 in = 262.65 in² |
Monitor 2
Diagonal (in) | 48.00 |
Width (in) | 46.21 |
Height (in) | 13.00 |
Area (in²) | 600.50 |
Diagonal (in) | 48.00 |
4:3 Display | 38.40 in x 28.80 in = 1105.92 in² |
16:9 Display | 41.84 in x 23.53 in = 984.50 in² |
2.35:1 Display | 44.17 in x 18.79 in = 830.11 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
Monitor 2 Diagonal | 77.78% larger |
Monitor 2 Area | 92.78% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 27-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 48-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 92% more) with the 48-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 27-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 48-inch 3.56 aspect ratio compared to the 27-inch widescreen (16:9). When you're trying to decide between setups like 27 inch wide screen vs 48 inch super ultrawide, think about how you'll actually use your computer day-to-day. Many people find that a 27-inch monitor hits that sweet spot of size and practicality for most needs. If you're constantly switching between applications or documents, you might love a dual 24-inch setup for the extra workspace. And if you're big on gaming or creative work, check out an ultrawide 32-inch display—they're pretty incredible for immersion. Want to explore more options? We've got detailed guides on 24-inch monitors, 27-inch displays, and 32-inch ultrawides.