13 Inch Laptop Size
33.0 cm diagonal ยท 28.0 ร 17.5 cm
Diagonal
33.0 cm
13 inch
Width
28.0 cm
16:10
Height
17.5 cm
16:10
Screen area
0.05 mยฒ
excluding bezel
16:10 aspect ratio, screen area only (bezel excluded)
Size compared with A4 paper
Aspect ratio comparison
| Ratio | Width (cm) | Height (cm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16:10 | 28.0 | 17.5 | most common at 13″ |
| 16:9 | 28.8 | 16.2 | some models |
Two laptops of the same 13-inch diagonal can differ in width and height when their aspect ratios differ. A 16:10 panel is taller, which suits document work.
Chassis and bag size
Chassis width
~29.5 cm
including bezel
Chassis depth
~21.5 cm
lid closed
Bag interior
31.5 ร 23.5 cm+
with clearance
Chassis and bag figures are estimates based on typical bezel allowances. Actual products vary by 1–3 cm, so check the manufacturer spec before buying.
Compared with other sizes (16:10)
13 inch laptop dimensions
A 13 inch laptop has a screen diagonal of 33.0 cm (13 ร 2.54). At a 16:10 aspect ratio the panel measures 28.0 cm wide by 17.5 cm tall. Screen sizes are always quoted as the diagonal, never the width.
This size is common on ultraportable subnotebooks. When choosing a sleeve or bag, measure against the chassis rather than the screen: look for an interior of at least 31.5 ร 23.5 cm.
FAQ
How many cm is a 13 inch laptop?
The screen measures 33.0 cm diagonally, since one inch is 2.54 cm. At 16:10 that works out to 28.0 cm wide and 17.5 cm tall.
Is the inch measurement the width?
No. For laptops, monitors and TVs the inch figure is always the diagonal. A 13 inch screen is only 28.0 cm wide.
What bag size fits a 13 inch laptop?
The chassis is roughly 29.5 ร 21.5 cm, so an interior of 31.5 ร 23.5 cm or larger works well. Allow extra room for thicker gaming laptops.
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