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 28" on 60" Desk
64.5" of 60" used (108%)

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60" desk
38" — 36.6" × 10.3"
28" — 27.0" × 7.6"

Visual Size Comparison

Monitor 2: 28"

Monitor 1: 38"

Monitor Dimensions

Monitor 2 is 45.7% smaller screen area vs Monitor 1
SpecMonitor 1Monitor 2
Screen Size38" 32:9 Super Ultrawide28" 32:9 Super Ultrawide
Width36.6"27.0"
Height10.3"7.6"
Screen Area376.4 in²204.3 in²
Recommended Resolution3840 × 1080 (Dual FHD)3840 × 1080 (Dual FHD)
Viewing Distance57–95" (145–241 cm)42–70" (107–178 cm)
Comparison vs Monitor 1
Area Difference45.7% smaller
Width Difference-9.6"

Monitor Size Guide

So you're looking at 38-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor versus 28-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 84% more) with the 38-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 28-inch 3.56 aspect ratio monitor. When you're choosing between 38 inch super ultrawide vs 28 inch super ultrawide, 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.