TV Specs 2026
TV Screen Sizes & Resolutions
Complete TV size reference: 43", 55", 65", 75", 85" screens. 4K and 8K resolutions, physical dimensions, and optimal viewing distances.
4K TVs — Quick Reference
| Screen Size | Resolution | Width × Height | PPI | Optimal Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 37.5" × 21.1" (95×54cm) | 102 PPI | 4.3 - 6.5 feet (1.3-2.0m) |
| 50" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 43.6" × 24.5" (111×62cm) | 88 PPI | 5.0 - 7.5 feet (1.5-2.3m) |
| 55" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 47.9" × 27.0" (122×69cm) | 80 PPI | 5.5 - 8.2 feet (1.7-2.5m) |
| 65" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 56.7" × 31.9" (144×81cm) | 68 PPI | 6.5 - 9.8 feet (2.0-3.0m) |
| 75" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 65.4" × 36.8" (166×93cm) | 59 PPI | 7.5 - 11.2 feet (2.3-3.4m) |
| 85" | 3840 × 2160 (4K) | 74.1" × 41.7" (188×106cm) | 52 PPI | 8.5 - 12.7 feet (2.6-3.9m) |
8K TVs (Premium Models)
| Screen Size | Resolution | Width × Height | PPI | Optimal Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 65" | 7680 × 4320 (8K) | 56.7" × 31.9" (144×81cm) | 135 PPI | 3.2 - 4.9 feet (1.0-1.5m) |
| 75" | 7680 × 4320 (8K) | 65.4" × 36.8" (166×93cm) | 117 PPI | 3.8 - 5.6 feet (1.2-1.7m) |
| 85" | 7680 × 4320 (8K) | 74.1" × 41.7" (188×106cm) | 104 PPI | 4.2 - 6.4 feet (1.3-2.0m) |
Buying Guide
55" 4K — Most Popular
Dimensions
47.9" × 27.0" (122 × 69 cm)
Resolution
3840 × 2160 px
Viewing Distance
5.5 - 8.2 feet (1.7-2.5m)
Best For:
- Medium living rooms (12-18 feet viewing distance)
- Best value — most competitive pricing
- Perfect for 4K streaming (Netflix, Disney+)
- Not too big, not too small for most spaces
65" 4K — Immersive Viewing
Dimensions
56.7" × 31.9" (144 × 81 cm)
Resolution
3840 × 2160 px
Viewing Distance
6.5 - 9.8 feet (2.0-3.0m)
Best For:
- Large living rooms (15+ feet viewing distance)
- Home theater setup
- Movies and sports — cinematic experience
- Sweet spot for premium features without overpaying
75" & 85" 4K — Premium Large Screens
75" Dimensions
65.4" × 36.8" (166 × 93 cm)
85" Dimensions
74.1" × 41.7" (188 × 106 cm)
Resolution
3840 × 2160 px (4K)
Best For:
- Very large rooms (20+ feet viewing distance)
- Dedicated home theaters
- Commercial installations
- Maximum immersion — fills entire field of view
8K TVs — Future-Proof?
Resolution
7680 × 4320 px (33.2 MP)
Pixel Count
4× more than 4K
Consider This:
- Very limited 8K content available (2026)
- Requires sitting very close to notice difference
- 2-3× more expensive than 4K equivalent
- Only worth it for 75"+ screens in dedicated theaters
- Most people better off with high-end 4K OLED
Viewing Distance Rule
For 4K TVs, sit 1.5× the diagonal screen size for optimal viewing. For a 65" TV, that's 8 feet (2.4m). You can sit closer with 4K than 1080p without seeing pixels. For cinematic experience, some prefer sitting even closer at 1× diagonal (5.4 feet for 65"). Measure your couch distance before buying!