Optimal Viewing Distance For A TV | What Size Is Best For Me!?

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  • @TrekFuture
    @TrekFuture 4 дні тому +1

    Just wall mounted a 75inch in my home office/gaming room and am sitting around 9/9.5 feet away and it feels too far honestly. The 75 fits well for the wall space and I can't move my love seat closer without it looking dumb in the room. Should mention I use it 100 percent for gaming.

  • @alwaysleadguruster
    @alwaysleadguruster Рік тому +9

    I am currently doing a 4k 43 inch at 6 ft and thats perfect for me. This also means that I don't have to move my head to see what's happening on the other side of the screen.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому +3

      yeah and the 43 inch is super dense and sharp which I like.

    • @alwaysleadguruster
      @alwaysleadguruster Рік тому +4

      @@WaltsTV I increased the sharpness to 17% just so you know, that was just right for me.

  • @mauriceravel6171
    @mauriceravel6171 2 місяці тому +9

    Im hesitating between a 55’’ and 65’’ TV. I really want a 65 ‘’ honestly. But in sofa (eyes ) are 7’’ feets away. What do you think?
    Thank you. Great videos !

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks! and yeah 65 should be fine but if your really worried about it 55" is perfect are you going to game alot?

    • @allen0088
      @allen0088 28 днів тому

      Get 65 if u plan to watch movies. With a 65 even if you sit closer its immersive at 7 feet. I had a 55inch and i had to get rid of it. 65in has been my minimum ever since

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      either would work, truth be told. But, the question is personal: do you want "full immersion" that will dominate your field of view? then 65. if you prefer less dominance, then 55.

    • @allen0088
      @allen0088 3 дні тому

      @mauriceravel6171 if u plan to watch any movies, get the 65 inch. Its large enough for immersion . When i had my 55in i couldn't get immersion unless i used it at a computer desk

  • @fiveleafcloverfpv4445
    @fiveleafcloverfpv4445 11 днів тому +1

    Since 2010 they devided at least by half.
    It was 3 times diagonal.
    Only to sell bigger TV's

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  10 днів тому

      I think in most cases 75" is the sweet spot. Really need to be far from your tv for an 85" in my opinion.

  • @amen_ra6926
    @amen_ra6926 Рік тому +10

    I still use my 46" 1080P Samsung 8500 series from '09 and I sit almost exactly 10' away. It's been just fine. I'm not distracted by the speakers next to it or anything else in the room. I'm looking to upgrade to a 65" because after 14 years it's time. But I would think 75" for a 10 foot distance would be just way too much screen. I've sat 8-10 from a 65" and everything on the screen looked massive. 75" would be too much. I have to believe this all personal preference. Especially since I've had no issues with a 46" for 14 years. Plus budget is a huge factor. I don't think the extra inches is worth the expense.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      When you have kept a tv for that long it can be hard finding the right replacement. Email me at jhendley@walts.com , I would love you help you out through your shopping journey!

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      i agree. I got a 77 and regret it... should have listened to my gut and got the 65

  • @markh351
    @markh351 Рік тому +5

    I have a 75" 4K TV in the living room and sit 8 1/2 feet away from it, which is closer to the THX recommendations rather than SMPTE. I find it quite comfortable but it does come down to personal preference. I like my games and movies and I like a degree of immersion. In my spare room, I have my old 55" 1080p 3D TV which is six feet away from the seating area and I can sometimes see the individual pixels on the screen.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому +1

      Nice! Thanks for sharing your experience!

    • @michael-4k4000
      @michael-4k4000 Рік тому

      As long as u like sitting that close, who cares what a chart says....

    • @markh351
      @markh351 Рік тому

      @@michael-4k4000 Yup, exactly.

  • @theycallmeanton
    @theycallmeanton 2 місяці тому +3

    I just got a 86" tv and uses it at a maximal distance of 10 feet from the sofa and closest 6 feet from the armchairs. It's perfect for me.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  2 місяці тому

      Yep it can still work but its more about what your space allows for! also depends on what model tv you are getting.

  • @curt5802
    @curt5802 3 дні тому +1

    eyes from screen: 8.5" 55 slightly too small, 77 too big. 65 seems just right.

  • @AvenelNizzardo
    @AvenelNizzardo Рік тому +3

    Thank you so much for sharing the formula and examples with different sizes.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @wobble108
    @wobble108 8 днів тому +1

    Viewing angles are very important. And backlight strobing. Ive just found this out on my new samsung and its causing me lots of problems.

  • @o.c.g.m9426
    @o.c.g.m9426 Рік тому +5

    I sit 12.5 feet away from a 77inch. If your livingroom is patrially blacked out then you can sit futher back bc of how the tv pops more. My back tv wall is blacked out.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому +1

      yeah I mean a 77 inch is a large tv fit for most large rooms, I would only be worried if you were sitting 17-20 feet away.

    • @rootcao1360
      @rootcao1360 7 місяців тому +1

      @@WaltsTV For a 12 feet viewing distance, should I get a 65 or 77 inch LG C3 OLED TV?

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  7 місяців тому

      @@rootcao1360 if you can afford the extra size of a nicer tv i would go with the 77, gonna have more of that big screen feel!

    • @jaypd97
      @jaypd97 3 місяці тому

      @@WaltsTV Hi sir. Thats my dilemma. My TV wall is 13 ft from my headboard. In your opinion should I get a 65 OLED or a 75QNED80 60Hz?

  • @tonybradshaw7595
    @tonybradshaw7595 7 місяців тому +5

    This was really useful, still finding it hard to decide though, 65" looks so big, takes over the room. Bought a 65 and its sat in the box as I might return with 14days grace period. main couch is about 107" from tv. which based on this video is about right. conscious, I'll send back and regret. currently have 50, and 55 is marginally bigger, but decent. 60" would keep everyone happy including the wife! 😂

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  7 місяців тому +1

      yep its always tough!

    • @Usenowgamer
      @Usenowgamer 4 місяці тому +1

      Did you keep it? 60" ish would have been perfect!

    • @tonybradshaw7595
      @tonybradshaw7595 3 місяці тому +1

      Yes, I kept it and I love it.

  • @dangavin113
    @dangavin113 7 днів тому +1

    Would a 55 inch be too big from 4'5 ft away?

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  5 днів тому

      No actually I think it would be perfect, 65" for sure too big.

  • @stephenlozano2816
    @stephenlozano2816 Рік тому +6

    I’m 7’ away from my 75” TV and it’s perfect for me

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      Yeah I wouldn't want to be any closer seems like a perfect distance.

    • @Dorian_Kaioh
      @Dorian_Kaioh Рік тому

      7 what ? Meters ?

    • @marnix9800
      @marnix9800 Рік тому +2

      @@Dorian_Kaioh I think he means 7 feet

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      @@Dorian_Kaioh Feet, Apologies!

    • @lobserionia
      @lobserionia 2 місяці тому

      @@Dorian_Kaioh7 days away to get that tv.

  • @chembsajin5235
    @chembsajin5235 Місяць тому +2

    Do you think 75 inches would be too big for a bedroom? I would probably sit 7-8 feet away from the tv. Thought about 65 but I Dont want to regret later for not going for a bigger tv.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Місяць тому

      if your feet are 7-8 away I would get a 75, but if your head is 7-8 feet away I would stick to 65!
      Also we have plenty of options / stock / will be running great Black Friday deals as well so make sure you check it out - www.walts.com/

  • @luisrivera9506
    @luisrivera9506 10 місяців тому +3

    Are 7.5 feet distance enough for a 65 inch 4k tv?

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  9 місяців тому +1

      thats perfect!

    • @allen0088
      @allen0088 28 днів тому

      ​@@WaltsTV7.7 feet from a 82 inch too close?

  • @crockett616
    @crockett616 Рік тому +2

    0:58 Does "where you should be sitting" mean where your eyes are? I'm asking because I feel like some recommendations may use distance to couch, to the front of the couch. And the difference can be like half a meter, what ever that is in feet, like 1,5 ft. I'm assuming its from roughly the eyes but just asking for clarification.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому +1

      yeah its roughly eyes not couch because every couch could be setup different.

    • @crockett616
      @crockett616 Рік тому +1

      @@WaltsTV Thanks for your reply

  • @justinmaccreery2490
    @justinmaccreery2490 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video. Your ratio ranges definitely provide me good, new perspective!

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @praveenkumark1879
    @praveenkumark1879 3 місяці тому +1

    Planning to buy 65 inch tv....my hall is 11×17 ft...i prefer setting tv unit at 17 ft distance...will that be too long for 65 inch tv?

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  3 місяці тому

      17ft is pushing it, I would look at 77" or 75" also have to consider viewing angles.

  • @dennisaronnygard8459
    @dennisaronnygard8459 Рік тому

    I just bought 2 of this 48 inch 807 Philips tv right before the store was empty. 1 for upstairs play area, and 1 for my main living room. They are such a good deal, specially when tv prices are gonna shoot up because of the world economy.. new 808 model is around 50% more expensive in each inch segment here, without anything special new to offer, so buying these xx7 models before they sell out was a good deal. Was considering 65 inch for my main living room, but after several years with 55 inch tvs, and recently experiencing smaller tvs again and understanding more what I want from a tv for myself and my family, 48 inch is plenty. Didn’t know how much a good field of vision, and picture experience with content from 4k to 720/1080p meant to me before being on a cabin with a 32 inch tv… so much more relaxing to watch movies on, and awesome picture experience on lower resolution/less quality material. The “bigger is better” chase had really made me blind for quality viewing after I went up to 55 inch. So if anyone cares.. I recommend you to follow rtings and other optimal viewing distance data sheet. 😊

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      I like this perspective. In some cases it might make more sense to go a size smaller and a step higher in quality rather than drop quality just for size to try and stay at the same price point.

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      bravo, I agree.

  • @shaneheffernan
    @shaneheffernan Місяць тому +1

    Moved my sofa up now sit 6 to 6.5 feet away what size 43 or 50? Will 50 be overkill?

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Місяць тому

      at 7 feet you could comftorable fit a 65" but I wouldn't go any bigger

    • @shaneheffernan
      @shaneheffernan Місяць тому

      @WaltsTV was thinking more like 43 or 50 max it goes from 6 to 6.5 my mistake

  • @Mystra
    @Mystra 2 місяці тому +1

    I am sitting around 400cm away from a 42" 4k tv. Is that too far? I can always move closer

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  2 місяці тому +1

      @@Mystra yes i would say you should move up at least 5 feet

  • @markreyes2354
    @markreyes2354 6 місяців тому +2

    You think 65 inches Sony 90L is perfect for 8 feet distance? Please help I have one sitting I don’t know if I’m going to return it or hang it on a wall or buy a smaller model like 55….

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  6 місяців тому +1

      Yes I would go for 65" No smaller!

    • @michaeldietz2648
      @michaeldietz2648 5 місяців тому

      Depends on what is comfortable for your eyes, there is no correct answer for that. I have the same exact TV as you 65 inch Sony X90L and I sit different distances from 7 to 12 feet depending on what mood I am in.

    • @mauriceravel6171
      @mauriceravel6171 2 місяці тому

      So did you get it ?

    • @markreyes2354
      @markreyes2354 2 місяці тому

      @@michaeldietz2648 yes I did and it’s the perfect size.

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      65 good at 8-9' ... I have 77 at that distance currently and it's too big so I'm returning it in exchange for 65

  • @KapitanOppa
    @KapitanOppa Рік тому +6

    from my own perspects and experiement if your tv size os 55' you should be 5.5 feet away and 65' by 6.5 feet

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      I would say thats fair!

  • @paulp939
    @paulp939 5 місяців тому +1

    Hello im using my tv as a gaming tv at 1440p resolution, i have a 77" tv , what is the optimal distance... thanks in advance

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  5 місяців тому

      Probably about 10-12 feet I would say!

  • @dddtrump
    @dddtrump Рік тому +1

    I am going from 55 inch to 75inch! about 9feet away! But can always move the couch back a little further if needed.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      I would move the couch back only a foot. 75" is a very good middle ground size.

  • @goran1986m
    @goran1986m Рік тому +2

    Are 10 feet distance enough for a 65 inch tv ?

  • @marcob.7801
    @marcob.7801 8 місяців тому +1

    Concur, simple and informative explanation! Thx.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  8 місяців тому

      Glad it was helpful!

  • @pikachufan97gabrielshows1
    @pikachufan97gabrielshows1 Рік тому +1

    In my living i have 24 inch 3 ft away it is good but in my room i have 12 inch 7 ft away too small😢

  • @35suryaprakash88
    @35suryaprakash88 Рік тому +1

    My room is 16 × 20... can you recommend 43 or 50 inch iam not a fan big tv ?
    I feel 43 may be small give some advice

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      well room size isn't as important as distance. So when your on the couch how far is where you head would be to the wall?

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      50 or 55

  • @judicoulter8969
    @judicoulter8969 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for your knowledge sharing.

  • @k9feces
    @k9feces Місяць тому +1

    I can only fit a 55 inch (tv is between two doorways) and I’m 13 feet away. The 50 inch I have is okay.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Місяць тому

      You can get a full motion mount and have it peak out the edges a little!

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому +1

      55 will seem noticeably bigger than 50, so if it fits I'd go for the 55. 13' is pretty far from 50

    • @k9feces
      @k9feces 3 дні тому

      @ I ended up getting the 55, anything larger would have looked odd, it does look much bigger than the 50.

  • @moonwalkin4116
    @moonwalkin4116 Рік тому +1

    Would sitting 9.5-10 feet away from an 85-inch be safe?

    • @moonwalkin4116
      @moonwalkin4116 Рік тому

      And also feel comfortable

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      yes, depends on the pannel though. What tv were you looking at?

    • @moonwalkin4116
      @moonwalkin4116 Рік тому

      @@WaltsTV looking at the Samsung 85” QN800 neoQled 8k. Best Buy has it on sale for $2500 right now

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому +1

      Yeah thats good then.

    • @392horseplay2
      @392horseplay2 Рік тому

      @@WaltsTVWhat tv did he say? I’m about to buy a TCL Q6 85” today and was wondering if 9.5 feet was good watching space for it?

  • @Mike-yq5ty
    @Mike-yq5ty Рік тому

    Hello, I'm looking for an 85-inch TV, and I'll be sitting 5 meters/16 feet away from it. Will this be enough distance for optimal viewing pleasure?

    • @buenasondas1147
      @buenasondas1147 Рік тому

      More than enough space, if it's 4k or better.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      Yes, Its actually the perfect distance for a space like this.

    • @Mike-yq5ty
      @Mike-yq5ty Рік тому

      @@WaltsTV it is 15 feet still good?

    • @noudockeloen
      @noudockeloen 8 місяців тому

      I bourcht a 77 inch tv and iam worried that its to big .my living room is just 3 m is this enought?

  • @faautobahna9416
    @faautobahna9416 8 днів тому +1

    thanks

  • @Constantine91
    @Constantine91 9 місяців тому +1

    55 inchi vs 80% more money for 65 of same tv? Miniled tv

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  9 місяців тому

      55 is ussally too small, 65 is that sweet spot for most people.

  • @deanhasen3220
    @deanhasen3220 7 місяців тому +6

    I’m sitting about 8 feet from my 83 inch OLED …and it’s effing awesome

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  7 місяців тому +1

      your effing awesome!!! ( for watching the video and leaving a comment!) :)

    • @charleebrown1448
      @charleebrown1448 6 місяців тому +1

      Do you find you need to turn your head (left and right) to watch the whole movie or it’s comfortable all the time? I’m considering 83” OLED as well and will be about 8ft away too

    • @deanhasen3220
      @deanhasen3220 6 місяців тому

      @@charleebrown1448 no, not at all

    • @IkariWarrior1701
      @IkariWarrior1701 6 місяців тому

      @@charleebrown1448I’m 6.5 feet from my 83” and it’s perfect for me, I’m trying to get that 50 degree THX field of view for UHD. Very immersive for gaming especially. I had a 77” and felt it was a bit too small (again for me specifically)

  • @DesireeGonza
    @DesireeGonza 9 місяців тому

    Great explanation. Thanks

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  8 місяців тому

      No problem!

  • @miragexl007
    @miragexl007 Рік тому +1

    What's curious. These videos Are quite entertaining. difference of opinions or ideas .. So much talking for little info. And everyone says bigger/on the bigger side..is better except for one video

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      We try not to get into the nitty and gritty and provide an overall honest opinion of the product and how it may or may not suit the customer!

  • @SamW604
    @SamW604 9 місяців тому

    The problem with 77" plus sized TVs is how to dispose of them when the time comes.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  9 місяців тому

      they can fit in a dumpster, and people get even larger ones like 85 and 98"

    • @curt5802
      @curt5802 3 дні тому

      that is a big problem. or try moving one... yikes.

  • @jonathanbell9349
    @jonathanbell9349 11 місяців тому +14

    A new study shows that you are wrong. It's 1, not 1.2 Todays TV content are designed for you to sit closer. The 1.2 only makes sense for gaming.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  11 місяців тому +5

      please link it!

    • @jonathanbell9349
      @jonathanbell9349 11 місяців тому

      ua-cam.com/video/iNbnkqsyeFU/v-deo.html

    • @AndrewB23
      @AndrewB23 6 місяців тому +1

      It makes less sense for gaming because you usually lean in

    • @TSS-nq2ul
      @TSS-nq2ul 4 місяці тому

      @@AndrewB23?

    • @unknown-jx5yt
      @unknown-jx5yt 12 днів тому

      i think its completely personal. there is no one size fits all.

  • @MIKEDOMO
    @MIKEDOMO Рік тому

    It's funny I have a 32 inch TV I used to watch it from 7.5 feet, I feel comfortable.

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  Рік тому

      yeah it will be easy on your eyes but your most likley losing sharpness, and more importantly you dont feel as immersed.

  • @Konrad162
    @Konrad162 5 місяців тому

    10ft for 75 inch? 🤣 waaay too close

    • @WaltsTV
      @WaltsTV  5 місяців тому

      Not for everyone! I have a 77 and im probably 12 feet, looks great!

  • @m_ianO
    @m_ianO 11 місяців тому

    3 mins in and we haven’t established our objective