Print size guide
1920x1080 Print Size at 300, 240 and 150 PPI
1920 x 1080 is common for video frames and HD screenshots. It is wide, but not very large for high-density print.
Quick answer
At 300 PPI, a 1920 x 1080 image prints at 6.4 x 3.6 inches, or about 16.26 x 9.14 cm.
What 1920 x 1080 means for print
A 1920 x 1080 image has about 2.07 megapixels. That is enough for screens and small prints, but it does not contain enough pixels for a large close-viewed poster at 300 PPI.
The image is 16:9, so it fits widescreen layouts better than common photo paper sizes such as 4 x 6 or 5 x 7 without cropping.
When lower PPI can still work
At 150 PPI, the same image can print 12.8 x 7.2 inches. That may be acceptable for a wall print or sign viewed from farther away.
For photo products viewed close to the eye, keep the print closer to the 300 PPI size or start with a higher-resolution image.
1920 x 1080 print size by PPI
| PPI | Inches | Centimeters |
|---|---|---|
| 300 | 6.4 x 3.6 | 16.26 x 9.14 |
| 240 | 8 x 4.5 | 20.32 x 11.43 |
| 150 | 12.8 x 7.2 | 32.51 x 18.29 |
Frequently asked questions
Can 1920 x 1080 print 8 x 10?
Not cleanly without cropping and lower density. At 300 PPI, 8 x 10 would require 2400 x 3000 pixels.
Is 1920 x 1080 enough for a poster?
It can work for a smaller or farther-viewed poster, but not for a large close-viewed print at 300 PPI.
What aspect ratio is 1920 x 1080?
It simplifies to 16:9.