Resolution Calculator

Scale resolutions proportionally and compare pixel counts between different displays.

Resolution Calculator

Scale resolutions and compare pixel counts

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New Resolution

2880 × 1620

150.0% scale (1.50x)

Original

2.07 MP

Scaled

4.67 MP

Pixel Change

+125.0% (2.25x pixels)

Resolution Visualizer

2880 × 1620

Scaled (1.5x)

1920 × 1080

Original

Original
Scaled (1.50x)
Pixel Count
2.07 MP
4.67 MP

How to Scale and Compare Resolutions

1

Enter Resolution

Input your source resolution or select a preset like 1080p, 4K, or 8K.

2

Choose Scale Method

Scale by percentage, target width, or target height with aspect ratio lock.

3

View Results

Get new dimensions instantly with megapixel counts and pixel comparisons.

4

Compare Resolutions

See how different resolutions compare in total pixel count and quality.

Common Resolution Reference

Name Resolution Aspect Ratio Megapixels Common Use
HD (720p) 1280 × 720 16:9 0.92 MP Web video, older TVs
Full HD (1080p) 1920 × 1080 16:9 2.07 MP Standard monitors, TV
QHD (1440p) 2560 × 1440 16:9 3.69 MP Gaming monitors
4K UHD 3840 × 2160 16:9 8.29 MP 4K TVs, Pro monitors
5K 5120 × 2880 16:9 14.75 MP iMac, Studio Display
8K UHD 7680 × 4320 16:9 33.18 MP 8K TVs, Pro video
Ultrawide QHD 3440 × 1440 21:9 4.95 MP Ultrawide monitors

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I scale a resolution while keeping the aspect ratio?
Enter your original resolution, select a scale method (percentage, target width, or target height), and ensure 'Lock aspect ratio' is checked. The calculator will automatically calculate the other dimension to maintain proportions.
What is the difference between 1080p and 4K resolution?
1080p (1920×1080) has about 2.07 million pixels, while 4K (3840×2160) has about 8.29 million pixels. 4K has exactly 4 times the pixel count of 1080p, with double the width and height.
How many megapixels is 4K resolution?
4K UHD resolution (3840×2160) equals approximately 8.29 megapixels (3840 × 2160 = 8,294,400 pixels).
What resolution should I use for YouTube videos?
For YouTube, 1080p (1920×1080) is the standard HD quality. 4K (3840×2160) is recommended for higher quality content. Both use a 16:9 aspect ratio.