Laptop, monitor, tablet, and TV sizes
Screen Size Converter
Convert a screen's advertised diagonal from inches to centimeters. Screen size describes the display diagonal, not the device width.
in
cm
15.6 in = 39.624 cm
15.6 in × 2.54 = 39.624 cm
Decimal inches15.6 in
Feet + inches1 ft 3.6 in
Nearest 1/16 inch15 5/8"
15.6 inches = 39.624 cm
15.6 × 2.54 = 39.624 cm diagonal
Important: Two screens with the same diagonal can have different width and height dimensions when their aspect ratios differ. Bezels also add to the overall device size.
Common screen sizes
- 13.3-inch screen in cm
- 14-inch screen in cm
- 15.6-inch screen in cm
- 17.3-inch screen in cm
- 24-inch screen in cm
- 27-inch screen in cm
- 32-inch screen in cm
- 43-inch screen in cm
- 55-inch screen in cm
- 65-inch screen in cm
- 75-inch screen in cm
Choosing a screen by physical size
Use the converted diagonal to compare display panels, but check the manufacturer's full width, height, and depth specifications when fitting a laptop sleeve, monitor arm, cabinet, or TV wall.
Read the screen diagonal, width, and height guide →
Frequently asked questions
How are screen sizes measured?
Screen size is measured diagonally across the visible display area, from one corner to the opposite corner.
Does a 15.6-inch screen measure 15.6 inches wide?
No. The 15.6-inch figure is the diagonal. Width and height depend on the screen's aspect ratio.
Does screen size include the bezel?
Usually not. Advertised screen size describes the display panel, while the full device dimensions include the bezel and casing.