Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
49" vs 29" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 42.7"× 24.0" (49")
Monitor 2: 24.6"× 15.4" (29")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 29"
Monitor 1: 49"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 49.00 |
| Width (in) | 42.71 |
| Height (in) | 24.02 |
| Area (in²) | 1025.95 |
| 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 |
Monitor 2
| Diagonal (in) | 29.00 |
| Width (in) | 24.59 |
| Height (in) | 15.37 |
| Area (in²) | 377.98 |
| Diagonal (in) | 29.00 |
| 4:3 Display | 23.20 in x 17.40 in = 403.68 in² |
| 16:9 Display | 25.28 in x 14.22 in = 359.36 in² |
| 2.35:1 Display | 26.68 in x 11.36 in = 303.00 in² |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 40.82% smaller |
| Monitor 2 Area | 63.16% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 49-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor versus 29-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. You'll get a ton more screen space (about 171% more) with the 49-inch widescreen (16:9) monitor compared to the 29-inch 1.6 aspect ratio monitor. You'll get a wider field of view with the 49-inch widescreen (16:9) compared to the 29-inch 1.6 aspect ratio. Choosing between monitors like 49 inch wide screen vs 29 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.