TV and Audio ·
How to choose a Smart TV size
A practical buying guide by viewing distance and panel type.
TV size should reflect viewing distance, content quality and room lighting, not only the available wall space.
Measure viewing distance
4K content supports closer viewing, but the screen should still feel comfortable across the full field of vision.
- 43-50 inches for smaller rooms
- 55-65 inches for a typical living room
- 75 inches and above for longer distances
Compare panels and room light
Bright rooms, evening movies and gaming place different demands on a panel.
- OLED for deep blacks and contrast
- QLED or Mini LED for high brightness
- Refresh rate and gaming mode
Plan connections in advance
Consoles, soundbars and set-top boxes make HDMI count and standards important.
- HDMI eARC for a soundbar
- Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and app support
- VESA size for wall mounting
