Monitor Size Comparison

Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find your perfect setup

Monitor Size Comparison

Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk

Monitor 1
Monitor 2
29" vs 30" on 60" Desk
53.8" of 60" used (90%)
3.1" free on each side

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60" desk
29" — 26.7" × 11.4"
30" — 26.1" × 14.7"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 1: 29"

Monitor 2: 30"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 26.3% larger screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size29" 21:9 Ultrawide30" 16:9 Widescreen
Width26.7"26.1"
Height11.4"14.7"
Screen Area304.5 in²384.6 in²
Recommended Resolution2560 × 1080 (UWFHD)2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Viewing Distance44–73" (110–184 cm)45–75" (114–191 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference26.3% larger
Width Difference-0.5"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 29-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor versus 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 27% more space than the 29-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor. The 29-inch ultrawide (21:9) gives you that sweeping, panoramic view that's great for immersive gaming and creative work, unlike the more standard 30-inch display. Choosing between monitors like 29 inch ultrawide vs 30 inch wide screen 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.