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
38" vs 23" on 60" Desk
57.6" of 60" used (96%)
1.2" free on each side

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60" desk
38" — 36.6" × 10.3"
23" — 20.0" × 11.3"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 2: 23"

Monitor 1: 38"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 39.9% smaller screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size38" 32:9 Super Ultrawide23" 16:9 Widescreen
Width36.6"20.0"
Height10.3"11.3"
Screen Area376.4 in²226.0 in²
Recommended Resolution3840 × 1080 (Dual FHD)2560 × 1440 (QHD)
Viewing Distance57–95" (145–241 cm)35–58" (88–146 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference39.9% smaller
Width Difference-16.5"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 38-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor versus 23-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll notice quite a difference in workspace with the 38-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor giving you roughly 66% more screen real estate. You'll get a wider field of view with the 38-inch 3.56 aspect ratio compared to the 23-inch widescreen (16:9). When you're choosing between 38 inch super ultrawide vs 23 inch wide screen, 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.