[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Display
screen size
The diagonal measurement of a display, usually given in inches.
Also known as:
display size
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Screen size is the diagonal distance across a display, measured in inches. It says nothing about resolution or quality, so two screens of equal size can look very different.
See screen.
Where screen size Matters
Smartphones
Tablets
Frequently Asked Questions
What is screen size?
The diagonal measurement of a display, usually given in inches.
What terms are related to screen size?
Related Display terms include dead pixel, stuck pixel.