Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
42" vs 23" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 33.6"× 25.2" (42")
Monitor 2: 18.4"× 13.8" (23")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 23"
Monitor 1: 42"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 42.00 |
| Width (in) | 33.60 |
| Height (in) | 25.20 |
| Area (in²) | 846.72 |
| 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) | 23.00 |
| Width (in) | 18.40 |
| Height (in) | 13.80 |
| Area (in²) | 253.92 |
| Diagonal (in) | 23.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 18.40 in x 13.80 in = 253.92 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 20.05 in x 11.28 in = 226.04 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 21.16 in x 9.01 in = 190.59 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 45.24% smaller |
| Monitor 2 Area | 70.01% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
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