PC Wallpaper Size Calculator
Enter your screen resolution:
This table includes common resolutions, aspect ratios, and their typical use cases.
| Resolution | Aspect Ratio | Common Use |
|---|---|---|
| 800 x 600 | 4:3 | Very old monitors |
| 1024 x 768 | 4:3 | Old monitors |
| 1280 x 800 | 16:10 | Some laptops |
| 1280 x 1024 | 5:4 | Older displays |
| 1366 x 768 | 16:9 | Widescreen laptops |
| 1400 x 1050 | 4:3 | Widescreen monitors |
| 1440 x 900 | 16:10 | Older laptops |
| 1600 x 900 | 16:9 | Mid-range monitors |
| 1600 x 1200 | 4:3 | Older displays |
| 1680 x 1050 | 16:10 | Widescreen displays |
| 1920 x 1080 | 16:9 | Full HD displays |
| 1920 x 1200 | 16:10 | Widescreen displays |
| 2560 x 1440 | 16:9 | QHD displays |
| 2560 x 1600 | 16:10 | Higher resolution monitors |
| 2560 x 2048 | 5:4 | Higher resolution monitors |
| 3840 x 2160 | 16:9 | 4K/UHD displays |
Additional information to keep in mind:
- The most widely used wallpaper size for modern displays is 1920 x 1080 pixels (Full HD) with an aspect ratio of 16:91.
- For the best quality, choose wallpapers that match or exceed your screen resolution4.
- When creating wallpapers, it’s recommended to use a resolution of at least 1920 x 1080 pixels or higher to ensure good quality across various devices3.
- The 16:9 aspect ratio is the most popular for modern displays, including computer monitors and televisions34.
- For older or specialized displays, you may need to use different aspect ratios like 4:3, 16:10, or 5:41.
- When designing wallpapers, consider using larger sizes (e.g., 3840 x 2160 pixels for 4K) to accommodate high-resolution displays4.
- For the best results, choose wallpapers with the focal point near the center, as images may be cropped to fit different screen sizes while preserving the aspect ratio2.
By referring to this table and keeping these points in mind, you should be able to select or create appropriate wallpapers for virtually any PC display.