Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
42" vs 49" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 35.6"× 22.3" (42")
Monitor 2: 41.6"× 26.0" (49")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 42"
Monitor 2: 49"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 42.00 |
| Width (in) | 35.62 |
| Height (in) | 22.26 |
| Area (in²) | 792.81 |
| 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 |
Monitor 2
| Diagonal (in) | 49.00 |
| Width (in) | 41.55 |
| Height (in) | 25.97 |
| Area (in²) | 1079.10 |
| Diagonal (in) | 49.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 39.20 in x 29.40 in = 1152.48 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 42.71 in x 24.02 in = 1025.95 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 45.09 in x 19.19 in = 865.06 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 16.67% larger |
| Monitor 2 Area | 36.11% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 42-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor versus 49-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll notice quite a difference in workspace with the 49-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor giving you roughly 36% more screen real estate. Choosing between monitors like 42 inch 16x10 vs 49 inch 16x10 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.