9:16 to Pixels
9:16 is the standard vertical ratio for phone screens, Instagram/TikTok Stories and Reels. Get exact pixel dimensions below.
--ar 1:1
AI generation sizes
Wallpaper sizes
Print sizes (300 DPI)
Social media sizes reference
Sizes used across major platforms, for context when picking your ratio:
| Platform & placement | Recommended size | Ratio |
|---|---|---|
| Instagram feed post (square) | 1080 × 1080 | 1:1 |
| Instagram portrait post | 1080 × 1350 | 4:5 |
| Instagram / TikTok Story or Reel | 1080 × 1920 | 9:16 |
| YouTube thumbnail | 1280 × 720 | 16:9 |
| Facebook shared image | 1200 × 630 | 1.91:1 |
| X (Twitter) post image | 1600 × 900 | 16:9 |
| LinkedIn post image | 1200 × 627 | 1.91:1 |
| Pinterest Pin | 1000 × 1500 | 2:3 |
How the 9:16 to Pixels works
Choose a ratio
Pick a common preset like 16:9 or 1:1, or type in any custom width and height.
Toggle orientation
Switch between landscape and portrait to flip the ratio instantly.
Copy dimensions or --ar
Grab the exact pixel dimensions from the tables, or copy the ready-made Midjourney --ar parameter.
About this tool
9:16 is the vertical counterpart to 16:9, and it's become the default shape for mobile-first content: Instagram Stories, Reels, TikTok videos, and most phone wallpapers.
The most common 9:16 export size is 1080×1920, which matches Instagram and TikTok's recommended upload dimensions and looks sharp on the vast majority of phone screens.
For Midjourney or other AI generators, copy the --ar 9:16 parameter directly from the tool above to generate natively vertical images.
Frequently asked questions
What size is 9:16 in pixels?
The most common 9:16 export size is 1080×1920 pixels, matching Instagram Stories, Reels and TikTok's recommended dimensions.
Is 9:16 the same as a phone wallpaper size?
It's close for most modern phones, though some devices use a slightly taller ratio (like 19.5:9) — 9:16 remains a safe, widely compatible default.
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