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TV Size Calculator

Not sure what size TV to buy? Use our calculator to find the perfect TV size based on your viewing distance. Get it right the first time and enjoy the ultimate viewing experience.

Based on THX & SMPTE standards
4K & 1080p recommendations
Room-specific suggestions

Enter Your Details

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Dark rooms benefit from larger screens (cinematic 40° FOV)

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Height from floor to center of TV screen

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Typical seated eye level is 3'6" to 4'

Your Recommendation

Recommended TV Size
Acceptable Range
65"
85"
40°
Field of View
Excellent
Picture Quality
Pro Tip

For your living room at 8 feet, a 75" 4K TV offers great balance between immersion and comfort for the whole family.

TV Size Quick Reference Chart

Use this chart as a quick guide. Our calculator above provides more personalized recommendations based on your specific setup.

TV Size 4K Viewing Distance 1080p Viewing Distance Best For
43" 3.5 - 5.5 ft 5.5 - 9 ft Bedroom / Office
50" 4 - 6.5 ft 6.5 - 10.5 ft Small Living Room
55" 4.5 - 7 ft 7 - 11.5 ft Most Popular
65" 5.5 - 8.5 ft 8.5 - 13.5 ft Large Living Room
75" 6.5 - 10 ft 10 - 15.5 ft Home Theater
85" 7 - 11 ft 11 - 17.5 ft Dedicated Theater
43"
Small
37.5" × 21"
50"
Medium
43.6" × 24.5"
55"
Popular
47.9" × 27"
65"
Large
56.7" × 31.9"
75"
X-Large
65.4" × 36.8"
85"
Theater
74.1" × 41.7"

How to Measure Your Space

Getting accurate measurements is key to finding your perfect TV size. Follow these simple steps.

1

Find Your Seat

Sit where you'll most often watch TV. This is typically the center of your couch or main viewing chair.

2

Measure to Wall

Use a tape measure from your eyes (seated) to where the TV will be mounted or placed. Round to the nearest foot.

3

Check Wall Space

Measure the width of your wall or entertainment center. Leave at least 2-3 inches on each side of the TV.

4

Use Calculator

Enter your viewing distance above. Our calculator will recommend the ideal TV size and acceptable range.

Remember: TV Size ≠ TV Width

TV sizes (43", 55", 65", etc.) are measured diagonally from corner to corner. A 65" TV is about 57 inches wide and 32 inches tall. Use our chart above to see actual dimensions.

Next Steps: Choose the Right TV Technology

Now that you know the perfect size, find out which TV technology (OLED, Mini-LED, QLED) is best for your viewing environment.

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