96 pt equals 128 pixels (px).
To convert points (pt) to pixels (px), you multiply the point value by a factor based on the screen’s resolution. Since 1 pt is defined as 1/72 of an inch and most screens display 96 pixels per inch, 96 pt converts to 128 px by scaling accordingly.
Conversion Tool
Result in px:
Conversion Formula
The formula to convert points to pixels is:
pixels = points × (pixels per inch / points per inch)
Points (pt) are measured as 1/72 of an inch, and screens typically use 96 pixels per inch (ppi). So the formula becomes:
px = pt × (96 / 72)
This works because points give a size relative to physical inches, while pixels represent screen display units. Multiplying by 96/72 converts the physical size into screen pixels.
Example:
Convert 96 pt to px:
- Start with 96 pt
- Multiply by 96/72 = 1.3333
- 96 × 1.3333 = 128 px
Conversion Example
- Convert 50 pt to px:
- Multiply 50 by 96/72 = 1.3333
- 50 × 1.3333 = 66.6665 px
- Convert 120 pt to px:
- 120 × 1.3333 = 160 px
- Convert 75.5 pt to px:
- 75.5 × 1.3333 ≈ 100.666 px
- Convert 10 pt to px:
- 10 × 1.3333 = 13.333 px
- Convert 99 pt to px:
- 99 × 1.3333 = 132 px
Conversion Chart
This chart shows point values between 71.0 and 121.0 and their equivalent pixel values. You can use it to quickly find px for common pt values or to compare sizes without doing the math.
| Points (pt) | Pixels (px) |
|---|---|
| 71.0 | 94.6667 |
| 75.0 | 100.0000 |
| 80.0 | 106.6667 |
| 85.0 | 113.3333 |
| 90.0 | 120.0000 |
| 95.0 | 126.6667 |
| 100.0 | 133.3333 |
| 105.0 | 140.0000 |
| 110.0 | 146.6667 |
| 115.0 | 153.3333 |
| 120.0 | 160.0000 |
| 121.0 | 161.3333 |
Related Conversion Questions
- How many pixels does 96 pt equal on a standard 96 dpi screen?
- Is 96 pt bigger than 96 px on digital displays?
- What is the pixel size for 96 points in CSS?
- How do I convert 96 pt font size to pixels for web design?
- Does 96 pt always convert to 128 px regardless of screen resolution?
- What formula converts 96 pt to px on a 96 dpi monitor?
- Why does 96 pt equal 128 pixels in digital measurements?
Conversion Definitions
pt (point): A point is a unit of measurement used in typography, equal to 1/72 of an inch. It measures font sizes and other printed elements, providing a standardized way to specify physical dimensions across different media and devices.
px (pixel): A pixel is the smallest unit of a digital image or display, representing a single point of color on screens. Pixels are device-dependent units that vary with screen resolution and density, used for defining sizes in digital graphics, web, and user interfaces.
Conversion FAQs
Does the conversion from pt to px change if the screen has higher resolution?
The conversion formula assumes a standard screen resolution of 96 pixels per inch. On screens with higher pixel density (like Retina displays), the physical size may look smaller or sharper, but the conversion formula stays the same because pixels become denser, not larger.
Can I use pt values directly in CSS instead of px?
You can use pt in CSS, but px is more common for screen display. Pt units are based on physical inches and may render inconsistently across devices with different pixel densities, while px is device-dependent and offers more predictable sizing on screens.
Why is 96 pt equal to 128 px, not 96 px?
Because points are based on 1/72 inch and pixels typically 1/96 inch, you multiply by 96/72 (1.3333). So 96 pt × 1.3333 equals 128 px. The difference comes from the different unit definitions for pt and px.
Is the pt to px conversion always linear?
Yes, the conversion is linear, since both units scale proportionally to physical inches. Multiplying by the constant ratio 96/72 converts the point size to pixels irrespective of value size.
How accurate is the pt to px conversion on modern screens?
The accuracy depends on the actual pixel density and scaling settings of the device. The formula assumes 96 ppi, but some displays may have different densities, affecting how large or small the converted pixel value appears.