Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
30" vs 48" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 26.1"× 14.7" (30")
Monitor 2: 41.8"× 23.5" (48")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 30"
Monitor 2: 48"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 30.00 |
| Width (in) | 26.15 |
| Height (in) | 14.71 |
| Area (in²) | 384.57 |
| Diagonal (in) | 30.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 24.00 in x 18.00 in = 432.00 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 26.15 in x 14.71 in = 384.57 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 27.60 in x 11.75 in = 324.26 in² |
Monitor 2
| Diagonal (in) | 48.00 |
| Width (in) | 41.84 |
| Height (in) | 23.53 |
| Area (in²) | 984.50 |
| 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 | 60.00% larger |
| Monitor 2 Area | 156.00% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 48-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 156% more) with the 48-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor compared to the 30-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. Choosing between monitors like 30 inch wide screen vs 48 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.