Calculate the perfect viewing distance for your gaming monitor. Optimize for performance, reduce eye strain, and find your ideal FOV settings.
Enter your monitor specifications and gaming preferences to calculate your optimal viewing distance and FOV settings.
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Increase viewing distance to at least 74cm to reduce eye strain
Find the perfect combination for your viewing distance
| Monitor Size | 1080p Distance | 1440p Distance | 4K Distance | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24" | 60-80cm | 50-70cm | Too dense | Competitive FPS |
| 27" | 80-100cm | 60-80cm | 50-70cm | All-around gaming |
| 32" | Not ideal | 80-100cm | 70-90cm | Immersive gaming |
| 34" UW | Not ideal | 90-110cm | 80-100cm | Racing, immersion |
Reduce eye strain and game comfortably for longer
Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. This simple rule helps prevent eye strain during long gaming sessions.
Avoid gaming in complete darkness. Use ambient lighting to reduce eye strain from brightness contrast between screen and room.
Blue light from screens can disrupt sleep and cause eye fatigue. Use filters especially for evening gaming sessions.
Proper monitor settings significantly impact eye comfort. Adjust brightness, contrast, and color temperature for your environment.
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Advanced optimization techniques from professional gamers
Top of screen should be at or slightly below eye level. Too high causes neck strain, too low causes slouching. Use monitor stand or arm for perfect height.
Tilt monitor 10-20° back for optimal viewing angle. Reduces glare, positions screen perpendicular to line of sight, minimizes neck angle. Adjust based on chair height.
Monitor should match room brightness. Too bright causes eye strain, too dim reduces visibility. Adjust throughout day with lighting changes. Use 20-30% brightness in dark rooms.
Warm color temps (3000-4500K) reduce eye strain. Cool temps increase alertness but cause fatigue. Start warm, increase slightly for competitive sessions, return warm after.
Beyond 20-20-20 rule, take 5-10 minute breaks every hour. Walk around, stretch, focus on distant objects. Critical for maintaining performance in long sessions.
Use same seating position every session for muscle memory. Mark chair position, monitor distance, and height. Consistency improves aim and reduces adjustment period.
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Find your perfect viewing distance and reduce eye strain while gaming