17 Inch Laptop Size
43.2 cm diagonal ยท 37.6 ร 21.2 cm
Diagonal
43.2 cm
17 inch
Width
37.6 cm
16:9
Height
21.2 cm
16:9
Screen area
0.08 mยฒ
excluding bezel
16:9 aspect ratio, screen area only (bezel excluded)
Size compared with A4 paper
Aspect ratio comparison
| Ratio | Width (cm) | Height (cm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16:9 | 37.6 | 21.2 | most common at 17″ |
| 16:10 | 36.6 | 22.9 | some models |
Two laptops of the same 17-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
~39.1 cm
including bezel
Chassis depth
~25.2 cm
lid closed
Bag interior
41.1 ร 27.2 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 (16:9)
17 inch laptop dimensions
A 17 inch laptop has a screen diagonal of 43.2 cm (17 ร 2.54). At a 16:9 aspect ratio the panel measures 37.6 cm wide by 21.2 cm tall. Screen sizes are always quoted as the diagonal, never the width.
This size is a desktop-replacement size for gaming and workstation laptops. When choosing a sleeve or bag, measure against the chassis rather than the screen: look for an interior of at least 41.1 ร 27.2 cm.
FAQ
How many cm is a 17 inch laptop?
The screen measures 43.2 cm diagonally, since one inch is 2.54 cm. At 16:9 that works out to 37.6 cm wide and 21.2 cm tall.
Is the inch measurement the width?
No. For laptops, monitors and TVs the inch figure is always the diagonal. A 17 inch screen is only 37.6 cm wide.
What bag size fits a 17 inch laptop?
The chassis is roughly 39.1 ร 25.2 cm, so an interior of 41.1 ร 27.2 cm or larger works well. Allow extra room for thicker gaming laptops.
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