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Old 02-20-2021, 09:30 PM   #1
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Aspect ratio of monitor - 1.78:1 or 16:9


I'm looking to buy a new 1920x1080 monitor.
I see one HP with an aspect ratio of 1.78:1
Most have 16:9

What's the difference, and shouldn't one get a 16:9 for 1080p movies?
 
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There is no difference. 16/9 is a fraction that translates to 1.77777777.......
 
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