48 Inch TV Dimensions: Width, Height & Viewing Distance
48″ TV = 41.8″ × 23.5″
A 48-inch TV has a screen about 41.8 inches wide and 23.5 inches tall (106.3 × 59.8 cm).
Step by step
- For 16:9, width = diagonal × 16 ÷ √(16² + 9²) = 48 × 0.8716 = 41.84 in.
- Height = diagonal × 9 ÷ √337 = 48 × 0.4903 = 23.53 in.
- Add about 1–3 inches each way for the frame and stand.
48-inch TVs are a common choice for bedrooms and smaller living rooms. A 48″ screen has 76% of the area of a 55″ TV.
Details
- Screen width
- 41.8 in (106.3 cm)
- Screen height
- 23.5 in (59.8 cm)
- Typical size with frame
- about 43 × 25 in
- Screen area
- 984 sq in
- 4K viewing distance
- 4–6 ft
- 1080p viewing distance
- 6–10 ft
How it works
TV sizes are the diagonal of the visible screen, not the width. Because almost all TVs are 16:9, width and height follow directly from the diagonal. Screen area grows with the square of the size, so a 75-inch TV has nearly twice the picture of a 55-inch. Manufacturers list exact dimensions with and without the stand — check them before buying furniture or a wall mount.
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Frequently asked questions
How wide is a 48 inch TV?
The screen is about 41.8 inches (106 cm) wide; with the frame, roughly 43 inches.
How tall is a 48 inch TV?
About 23.5 inches of screen, plus the frame and stand.
How far should I sit from a 48 inch TV?
About 4–6 ft for 4K.
Will a 48 inch TV fit on my stand?
The stand should be at least as wide as the TV’s feet; measure the foot spacing in the manual, or choose a stand about 46″ wide.