Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
34" vs 42" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 27.2"× 20.4" (34")
Monitor 2: 40.4"× 11.4" (42")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 34"
Monitor 2: 42"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
Diagonal (in) | 34.00 |
Width (in) | 27.20 |
Height (in) | 20.40 |
Area (in²) | 554.88 |
Diagonal (in) | 34.00 |
4:3 Display | 27.20 in x 20.40 in = 554.88 in² |
16:9 Display | 29.63 in x 16.67 in = 493.96 in² |
2.35:1 Display | 31.29 in x 13.31 in = 416.50 in² |
Monitor 2
Diagonal (in) | 42.00 |
Width (in) | 40.43 |
Height (in) | 11.37 |
Area (in²) | 459.76 |
Diagonal (in) | 42.00 |
4:3 Display | 33.60 in x 25.20 in = 846.72 in² |
16:9 Display | 36.61 in x 20.59 in = 753.76 in² |
2.35:1 Display | 38.65 in x 16.45 in = 635.55 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
Monitor 2 Diagonal | 23.53% larger |
Monitor 2 Area | 17.14% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 34-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor versus 42-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 34-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 21% more space than the 42-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 42-inch 3.56 aspect ratio compared to the 34-inch 1.33 aspect ratio. Choosing between monitors like 34 inch standard vs 42 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.