Another month, another blog on something I am getting quite a few questions on. Why does Microsoft choose a 3:2 aspect ratio for their Surface devices and what makes it the best choice for business?
After extensive research into how people use their devices in a business environments Microsoft has standardized Surface devices with a 3:2 display, while most other portable devices use 16:9 or 16:10. When it comes to business devices, a 3:2 display is often considered the go-to choice, and there are good reasons for it. For business professionals, productivity is key, and the 3:2 aspect ratio delivers an edge in this department. With the extra vertical screen space, you can view more content at once without constantly scrolling, which is a game-changer for tasks like reading documents and editing spreadsheets.
Speaking of documents, they play a significant role in business settings. The 3:2 aspect ratio fits the standard letter and A4 paper sizes like a glove, making it a breeze to work with documents on the go without squinting or adjusting zoom levels all the time.
Not just that, web browsing and email activities become way more pleasant with a 3:2 display. Most websites and emails are designed with a vertical layout in mind, so you won't find yourself doing the tedious horizontal scroll dance all that often.
When it comes to collaborative work and presentations, a 3:2 aspect ratio shines as well. It offers more screen real estate during presentations, making it easier for both the presenter and the audience to stay engaged.
For the coding enthusiasts and software developers out there, a 3:2 display is truly a boon. You can view longer lines of code without them wrapping and losing their readability. This makes debugging and understanding complex code structures a lot more efficient.
And let's not forget the portrait orientation benefits! Sometimes, you need to read those long documents or articles, and with a 3:2 display, it's a seamless experience.
A 3:2 aspect ratio might not be the best for pure multimedia consumption or gaming like the 16:9 displays, but for business devices, it strikes a perfect balance between productivity and versatility. The Microsoft Surface displays still shine with multimedia though, with the Surface Pro 9 display falling between 2k and 4k comparatively.
In the end, choosing the right aspect ratio depends on your personal preferences and specific use cases. Some business professionals might still favour other ratios based on their unique needs, but for many, the 3:2 aspect ratio provides that perfect mix of productivity-focused advantages and usability, making it an ideal choice for the business-oriented laptops and tablets offered by Microsoft Surface.
