Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
27" vs 23" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 21.6"× 16.2" (27")
Monitor 2: 22.1"× 6.2" (23")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 23"
Monitor 1: 27"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
Diagonal (in) | 27.00 |
Width (in) | 21.60 |
Height (in) | 16.20 |
Area (in²) | 349.92 |
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) | 23.00 |
Width (in) | 22.14 |
Height (in) | 6.23 |
Area (in²) | 137.88 |
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 | 14.81% smaller |
Monitor 2 Area | 60.60% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 27-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor versus 23-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 154% more) with the 27-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 23-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 23-inch 3.56 aspect ratio compared to the 27-inch 1.33 aspect ratio. When you're choosing between 27 inch standard vs 23 inch super ultrawide, think about how your choice will affect your everyday experience. The popular 27-inch monitor works brilliantly for most people's needs—giving you plenty of screen real estate without dominating smaller desks. If you're someone who loves to have multiple windows open at once, dual-screen setups can be transformative for your workflow. Creative professionals and gamers often gravitate toward ultrawide displays for their immersive, panoramic view that's perfect for timelines, game worlds, and multitasking without bezels breaking up your view. Explore our other guides to find your perfect match based on what you'll actually be using it for.