Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
38" (Dual) vs 55" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 64.4"× 20.1" (38" Dual Screen)
Monitor 2: 44.0"× 33.0" (55")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 38" (Dual)
Monitor 2: 55"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1 (Dual Screen)
Diagonal (in) | 67.52 (calculated from 38" × 2) |
Width (in) | 64.45 |
Height (in) | 20.14 |
Area (in²) | 1297.98 |
Diagonal (in) | 67.52 |
4:3 Display | 60.80 in x 22.80 in = 1386.24 in² |
16:9 Display | 66.24 in x 18.63 in = 1234.04 in² |
2.35:1 Display | 69.93 in x 14.88 in = 1040.52 in² |
Monitor 2
Diagonal (in) | 55.00 |
Width (in) | 44.00 |
Height (in) | 33.00 |
Area (in²) | 1452.00 |
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 | 18.54% smaller |
Monitor 2 Area | 11.87% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio dual-screen setup versus 55-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 55-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 12% more space than the 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio dual-screen setup. Keep in mind that with the 38-inch dual-setup, you're getting two physical screens side by side, which is fantastic for multitasking. You'll get a wider field of view with the 38-inch 1.6 aspect ratio compared to the 55-inch 1.33 aspect ratio. It really comes down to how you work: the 38-inch dual setup is brilliant for having multiple windows open and dragging content between screens, while the 55-inch single display gives you that clean, uninterrupted viewing experience. Choosing between monitors like 38 inch 16x10 Dual vs 55 inch standard 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.