12pt to px
12pt = 16px
pt and px are both absolute CSS units, so this ratio never changes.
How it is calculated
One pt is 1.3333px, so:
12pt × 1.3333 = 16pxReversing it, 16px × 0.75 returns 12pt.
Nearby values
| pt | px |
|---|---|
| 8pt | 10.6667px |
| 10pt | 13.3333px |
| 12pt | 16px |
| 14pt | 18.6667px |
| 16pt | 21.3333px |
| 18pt | 24px |
| 20pt | 26.6667px |
Frequently asked questions
What is 12pt in px?
16px.
How is 12pt converted to px?
Multiply by 1.3333: 12 × 1.3333 = 16. To go back, multiply 16 by 0.75.
Does zoom or font size change 12pt?
No. pt and px are both absolute CSS units, so the ratio is fixed and 12pt is 16px in every context.