Monitor Size Comparison
Compare different monitor sizes side by side to find the perfect setup for your desk
Monitor 1
Monitor 2
49" vs 48" on 60" Desk
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Monitor 1: 39.2"× 29.4" (49")
Monitor 2: 38.4"× 28.8" (48")
Visual Size Comparison
Monitor 2: 48"
Monitor 1: 49"
Monitor Dimensions
Monitor 1
| Diagonal (in) | 49.00 |
| Width (in) | 39.20 |
| Height (in) | 29.40 |
| Area (in²) | 1152.48 |
| 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) | 48.00 |
| Width (in) | 38.40 |
| Height (in) | 28.80 |
| Area (in²) | 1105.92 |
| 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 |
In Comparison (vs Monitor 1)
| Monitor 2 Diagonal | 2.04% smaller |
| Monitor 2 Area | 4.04% smaller |
Monitor Size Guide
So you're looking at 49-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor versus 48-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor? Let's break down what that means for your setup. The 49-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor offers a bit more room to work with—about 4% more space than the 48-inch 1.33 aspect ratio monitor. Choosing between monitors like 49 inch standard vs 48 inch standard 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.