Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
27" vs 55" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 23.5"× 13.2" (27")
Monitor 2: 46.6"× 29.1" (55")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 27"
Monitor 2: 55"
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) | 55.00 |
| Width (in) | 46.64 |
| Height (in) | 29.15 |
| Area (in²) | 1359.55 |
| Diagonal (in) | 55.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 44.00 in x 33.00 in = 1452.00 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 47.94 in x 26.96 in = 1292.58 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 50.61 in x 21.54 in = 1089.88 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 103.70% larger |
| Monitor 2 Area | 336.45% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 27-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 55-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 336% more) with the 55-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 27-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 27-inch widescreen (16:9) compared to the 55-inch 1.6 aspect ratio. When you're trying to decide between setups like 27 inch wide screen vs 55 inch 16x10, 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.