Computer monitor size
comparison
The good news is that monitors, for both home and business users, have become more affordable
over the years.
In the past, you may have had to choose between a larger screen with lower resolution and a
smaller screen with higher quality to get something within your budget. That’s no longer the case.
Most modern monitor screen sizes range from less than 21 inches to well over 30 and are
practically priced for your needs.
To accurately compare any two monitors on the market, you’ll need to know your
personal requirements for each of the following by asking some important questions:
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How big is your workspace?
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Will a larger monitor fit?
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Will you need more than one monitor? If so, how will they sit side-by-side?
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Are you giving yourself enough distance from the monitor for good comfort and eye health?
Once you know the largest monitor you can accommodate, as well as the smallest that would be
appropriate for your workspace, look for the highest resolution in your price range.
Resolution is indicated by how many pixels a monitor displays, and it will be one of
the following:
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1280 x 1024 Super-eXtended Graphics Array (SXGA)
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1366 x 768 High Definition (HD)
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1600 x 900 High Definition Plus (HD+)
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1920 x 1080 Full High Definition (FHD)
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1920 x 1200 Wide Ultra Extended Graphics Array (WUXGA)
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2560 x 1440 Quad High Definition (QHD)
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3440 x 1440 Wide Quad High Definition (WQHD)
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3840 x 2160 4K or Ultra High Definition (UHD)
The letters after the two numbers is simply a designated name for that resolution. You can also use
that name when discussing monitors while shopping, rather than relying on the longer numeric
resolution description.