Compare two devices
Pick two displays and see their specs side by side, plus a one-line read on which suits text and which suits video.
How to read a display comparison
When two screens are put side by side, the spec sheet tells only part of the story — but a few numbers explain most of the difference. Pixel density (PPI) is the single best predictor of text sharpness: more pixels per inch means smoother letterforms and less visible pixelation. For reading, coding and spreadsheets, the higher-PPI device almost always wins at the same viewing distance.
Screen size and aspect ratio matter more for video. A larger viewable area feels more immersive for movies, and a wider aspect (21:9 or 16:9 versus 3:2) crops less of a widescreen film. Note that two panels can share a diagonal measurement yet have very different areas — a 32:9 ultrawide and a 16:9 display with the same diagonal produce very different shapes.
Refresh rate (60 Hz vs 120/144/240 Hz) chiefly affects motion smoothness: scrolling, gaming and fast video. Higher refresh is a visible upgrade for gamers and anyone sensitive to motion blur, but it adds little for static reading.
Panel technology shapes contrast and color. OLED delivers true blacks and punchy contrast; IPS offers wide viewing angles and accurate, consistent color; VA splits the difference with deep blacks but narrower viewing angles. For photography and print work, color-accurate IPS panels are usually preferred.
In practice, the winning screen depends on your priority. A 300+ PPI phone will beat a 92 PPI monitor for reading, but that same monitor is far more comfortable for an eight-hour workday simply because it sits farther away and is easier on the eyes. Trade-offs like this are why the comparison below separates the “text winner” from the “video winner” rather than declaring a single best device.
Finally, remember viewing distance: a 92 PPI desktop monitor looks fine from a metre away, while a phone needs 300+ PPI because it is held much closer. Use the PPI calculator to test any resolution and size, or browse the full device table for the complete database.
All specifications are a public snapshot and may change — always confirm with the vendor's official site.