How big should my TV be based on viewing distance?
While it all boils down to personal preference, there is a simple formula that works as a size calculator that provides a good starting point: Viewing distance (in inches)/2 = recommended TV size. For example, if you usually sit 10 feet from the TV, that’s 120 inches (10 feet x 12 inches).
How do you calculate TV size from distance?
If your TV is a traditional 1080p HDTV unit, the TV size distance ratio is between around 1.5 and 2.5 times the diagonal width of the screen. This means that if you have: A 40” TV– You should sit between 5 and 8.5 feet away from the screen. A 43” TV– You should sit between 5.5 and 9 feet away from the screen.
How far should I sit from a 55 inch TV in meters?
For High Definition models
| TV Size | Viewing Distance Range (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 46 inch | 1.7 meters / 5.57 feet |
| 49 inch | 1.9 meters / 6.23 feet |
| 50 inch | 1.9 meters / 6.23 feet |
| 55 inch | 2.1 meters / 6.89 feet |
How far should you sit from a 65 inch TV in meters?
For 4K models
| TV Size | Viewing Distance Range (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| 49 inch | 1 meter / 3.28 feet |
| 55 inch | 1 meter / 3.28 feet |
| 65 inch | 1.2 meters / 3.94 feet |
| 75 inch | 1.4 meters / 4.60 feet |
How far away should you sit from a big screen TV?
Choose your TV type for the recommended viewing distance
| TV size | Viewing distance range (approx.) |
|---|---|
| 22 inch | 31 inches (2.59 feet) |
| 26 inch | 39 inches (3.25 feet) |
| 32 inch | 47 inches (3.92 feet) |
| 40 inch | 59 inches (4.92 feet) |
How far away should you sit from a TV?
Some eye care professionals recommend sitting approximately eight to ten feet away from the TV screen. The general rule of thumb is to be at least 5 times the distance from the screen as the screen is wide. For example, if your television is 32 inches wide, the optimal viewing distance is 160 inches or about 13 feet.
