This tv size to distance reference table shows the recommended viewing distance for a range of tv screen size (diagonal) values. Every figure is computed with the same engine that powers our TV Size to Distance Calculator, so the numbers are exact.
| TV screen size (diagonal) | Recommended viewing distance | In inches |
|---|---|---|
| 14 in | 1.9 | 22 |
| 28 in | 3.7 | 45 |
| 41 in | 5.5 | 66 |
| 55 in | 7.3 | 88 |
| 83 in | 11.1 | 133 |
| 110 in | 14.7 | 176 |
| 170 in | 22.7 | 272 |
| 280 in | 37.3 | 448 |
| 390 in | 52.0 | 624 |
| 550 in | 73.3 | 880 |
How to use this table
Find the row closest to your tv screen size (diagonal) and read across to the recommended viewing distance. For a value between two rows, the real figure sits between them — or enter your exact numbers in the TV Size to Distance Calculator for a precise answer.
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