27 inch TV dimensions

How big is a 27 inch TV really? Width, height and diagonal, the right viewing distance and the room size you need – and how it looks on your own wall.

Dimensions

23.5" × 13.2"

27" Diagonal

Viewing Distance

Daily

3.4 ft

Immersive (Cinema)

2.7 ft

Ideal Room Size

108 sq ft

(min. 75 sq ft)

27 inch TV dimensions – 23.5" × 13.2"

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Diagonal:27" (27")
Width:23.5"
Height:13.2"

With Frame: ~24" × 15"

(Without Frame (Screen): 23.5" × 13.2")

Viewing Distance

The optimal distance between you and the TV for a perfect viewing experience.

For 4K Resolution:

Daily (SMPTE):3.4 ft
Immersive (THX):2.7 ft
Recommended Range:2.3 ft - 3.4 ft

For Full HD Resolution:

Optimal viewing distance:4.5 ft
Recommended Range:3.4 ft - 5.6 ft

Room Requirements

These room sizes are ideal for a 27 inch TV.

Minimum Room Size

75 sq ft

Ideal Room Size

108 sq ft

Ceiling Height (min)

7.2 ft

Ideal For

A 27 inch TV fits perfectly in these rooms and use cases.

KitchenKids RoomRVHome Office

Additional Information

Resolution

Minimum Resolution:

HD (1366x768)

Recommended Resolution:

Full HD (1920x1080)

Weight

Typically:

3 - 5 kg

Power Consumption

Typical:

25W

Maximum:

40W

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is a 27 inch TV?

A 27 inch TV has a screen diagonal of 27". It is about 23.5" wide and 13.2" tall (without frame).

What is the best viewing distance for a 27 inch TV?

For 4K (standard on all current TVs), 3.4 ft is ideal for everyday viewing and 2.7 ft for a more cinematic feel (sensible range: 2.3 ft to 3.4 ft). For Full HD, 4.5 ft is optimal (range: 3.4 ft to 5.6 ft).

What room size is a 27 inch TV suitable for?

A 27 inch TV suits rooms from 75 sq ft. Ideal are rooms of 108 sq ft or more.

What resolution should a 27 inch TV have?

At least HD (1366x768), recommended is Full HD (1920x1080). At this size, you will benefit significantly from the higher resolution.

How big is a 27 inch TV compared to other sizes?

  • A 27 inch TV is 2.6" wider and 1.5" taller than a 24 inch TV – 27% more screen area.
  • Compared with a 32 inch TV it is 4" narrower and 2.4" shorter; the 32 inch TV has 40% more screen area.

Will it fit on your TV stand?

Including the bezel, a 27 inch TV is about 24" wide. If it stands on furniture, the stand should be at least 28" wide – a bit more if the feet sit at the outer edges.

Wall mount: VESA and weight

A 27 inch TV typically uses a VESA pattern of 100 × 100 – 200 × 200 mm and weighs 7–11 lbs. Make sure the wall mount covers both – the exact values are in your TV's manual.

How high to mount a 27 inch TV?

With a seated eye height of 42", the bottom edge of a 27 inch TV sits at about 36" from the floor and the top edge at about 49".

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