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: 52.9"× 14.9" (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) | 52.95 |
Height (in) | 14.89 |
Area (in²) | 788.42 |
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 | 153.10% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 27-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 55-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 153% more) with the 55-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 55-inch 3.56 aspect ratio compared to the 27-inch widescreen (16:9). Choosing between monitors like 27 inch wide screen vs 55 inch super ultrawide 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.