Common Widescreen Computer Resolutions

Here are the common resolutions found in widescreen computers:

1280 x 768 & 1280 x 800

1280 x 768 (16:9.5) and 1280 x 800 (16:10) are the two most common resolutions used in 10.6, 12.1, 13.3, 14, and 15.4-inch entry-level widescreen notebook computers. They provide about a 25% increase in onscreen content compared to screens of 1024 x 768 resolution.

1366 x 768

This resolution provides a 16:9 aspect ratio and the perfect widescreen DVD movie experience with no more annoying black bands above and below the picture. It is currently available in the 11.1" VAIO Type TX widescreen notebook.

1440 x 900

This resolution (16:10) is found in 17" notebooks only and is positioned as entry level in 17" widescreen notebooks.

1680 x 1050

This is currently the mainstream resolution (also 16:10) for 17" widescreen notebook computer displays. Users will experience a 35% increase in onscreen content compared to normal 17" screens using a resolution of 1280 x 1024.

1920 x 1200

This is the pinnacle for current 17" widescreen notebook displays, and provides a 75% increase in onscreen content when compared to a normal 17" screen of 1280 x 1024 resolution. The resolution is a perfect fit for 1080p and 1080i (1920 x 1080 16:9) HDTV.