Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
42" vs 38" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 36.6"× 20.6" (42")
Monitor 2: 33.1"× 18.6" (38")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 38"
Monitor 1: 42"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 42.00 |
| Width (in) | 36.61 |
| Height (in) | 20.59 |
| Area (in²) | 753.76 |
| 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) | 38.00 |
| Width (in) | 33.12 |
| Height (in) | 18.63 |
| Area (in²) | 617.02 |
| 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 |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 9.52% smaller |
| Monitor 2 Area | 18.14% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 42-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 38-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 42-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 22% more space than the 38-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. Choosing between monitors like 42 inch wide screen vs 38 inch wide screen 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.