Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
38" vs 55" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 30.4"× 22.8" (38")
Monitor 2: 44.0"× 33.0" (55")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 38"
Monitor 2: 55"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 38.00 |
| Width (in) | 30.40 |
| Height (in) | 22.80 |
| Area (in²) | 693.12 |
| Diagonal (in) | 38.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 30.40 in x 22.80 in = 693.12 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 33.12 in x 18.63 in = 617.02 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 34.97 in x 14.88 in = 520.26 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 | 44.74% larger |
| Monitor 2 Area | 109.49% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 38-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor versus 55-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 110% more) with the 55-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor compared to the 38-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor. Choosing between monitors like 38 inch standard 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.