19" 4:3 vs 24" 16:9 Monitor Size Comparison
Visual comparison of 19" 4:3 vs 24" 16:9. The 24" 16:9 has 42% more screen area (20.9" × 11.8" vs 15.2" × 11.4"). Free interactive tool.
Quick Comparison Facts
42%
More screen area
15.2" × 11.4"
19" 4:3 (W×H)
20.9" × 11.8"
24" 16:9 (W×H)
173.3 vs 246.6
Area (sq in)
Display 1
Display 2
Size Comparison
Display 1: 19in 4x3 (horizontal)
Display 2: 24in 16x9 (horizontal)
Comparison Details
Display 1
19in diagonal
15.2" × 11.4" (W×H)
173.3 sq in area
4:3
Difference
42%
area difference
26%
diagonal difference
Display 2
24in diagonal
20.9" × 11.8" (W×H)
246.6 sq in area
16:9
Which Size Should You Choose?
Choose the 19" 4:3 if:
- You have a standard-depth desk (24" or less)
- You primarily do single-app focused work
- You prefer higher pixel density at closer distances
- Budget or desk space is limited
Choose the 24" 16:9 if:
- You multitask with side-by-side windows
- You work with large spreadsheets, timelines, or code
- Gaming immersion is important to you
- You have a deeper desk (28"+ recommended)