How much bigger, really?
Pick two screens. See the difference in picture area, and the extra space you’ll need.
Comparing soundbars? Check their body dimensions ↗
Comparing monitors? Check their body dimensions ↗
Aligned along the bottom edge. Screens only, without frames or stands.
47.9 in 27.0 in
width × height56.7 in 31.9 in
width × heightFrom 55″ to 65″
39.7% more screen area
The 65″ screen is 56.7 in wide. The 55″ screen is 47.9 in wide.
- Width change
- +8.7 in
- Height change
- +4.9 in
Calculated from exact nominal diagonals. Check the model’s overall dimensions before buying. How we measure ↗
A closer look at your shortlist.
Get the full measurements, extra wall space and viewing-distance perspective for these screen sizes.
A small number can mean a big change.
A 65-inch screen is only 10 inches bigger on the diagonal than a 55-inch screen, but it has 39.7% more picture area. For two 16:9 screens, divide the larger diagonal squared by the smaller diagonal squared to compare their areas.
Measure the space around the picture.
These outlines show the screen itself. Before choosing a TV, check its full body width, stand footprint and ventilation requirements. The same advertised diagonal can come in different frames.
Check your space before you choose ↗