Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
48" vs 55" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 41.8"× 23.5" (48")
Monitor 2: 50.6"× 21.7" (55")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 1: 48"
Monitor 2: 55"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 48.00 |
| Width (in) | 41.84 |
| Height (in) | 23.53 |
| Area (in²) | 984.50 |
| Diagonal (in) | 48.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 38.40 in x 28.80 in = 1105.92 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 41.84 in x 23.53 in = 984.50 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 44.17 in x 18.79 in = 830.11 in² |
Monitor 2
| Diagonal (in) | 55.00 |
| Width (in) | 50.55 |
| Height (in) | 21.67 |
| Area (in²) | 1095.26 |
| 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 | 14.58% larger |
| Monitor 2 Area | 11.25% larger |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 48-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 55-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 55-inch ultrawide (21:9) monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 11% more space than the 48-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor. The 55-inch ultrawide (21:9) gives you that sweeping, panoramic view that's great for immersive gaming and creative work, unlike the more standard 48-inch display. Choosing between monitors like 48 inch wide screen vs 55 inch ultrawide 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.