83 inch TV dimensions

How big is a 83 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

72.3" × 40.7"

83" Diagonal

Viewing Distance

Daily

10.4 ft

Immersive (Cinema)

8.3 ft

Ideal Room Size

506 sq ft

(min. 355 sq ft)

83 inch TV dimensions – 72.3" × 40.7"

Technical Specifications

Dimensions

Diagonal:83" (83")
Width:72.3"
Height:40.7"

With Frame: ~73" × 42"

(Without Frame (Screen): 72.3" × 40.7")

Viewing Distance

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

For 4K Resolution:

Daily (SMPTE):10.4 ft
Immersive (THX):8.3 ft
Recommended Range:6.9 ft - 10.4 ft

For Full HD Resolution:

Optimal viewing distance:13.8 ft
Recommended Range:10.4 ft - 17.3 ft

Room Requirements

These room sizes are ideal for a 83 inch TV.

Minimum Room Size

355 sq ft

Ideal Room Size

506 sq ft

Ceiling Height (min)

8.9 ft

Ideal For

A 83 inch TV fits perfectly in these rooms and use cases.

Home CinemaVery Large Living RoomMovies & Shows (OLED)Sports Events

Additional Information

Resolution

Minimum Resolution:

4K UHD (3840x2160)

Recommended Resolution:

8K (7680x4320)

Weight

Typically:

30 - 50 kg

Power Consumption

Typical:

170W

Maximum:

265W

Frequently Asked Questions

How big is a 83 inch TV?

A 83 inch TV has a screen diagonal of 83". It is about 72.3" wide and 40.7" tall (without frame).

What is the best viewing distance for a 83 inch TV?

For 4K (standard on all current TVs), 10.4 ft is ideal for everyday viewing and 8.3 ft for a more cinematic feel (sensible range: 6.9 ft to 10.4 ft). For Full HD, 13.8 ft is optimal (range: 10.4 ft to 17.3 ft).

What room size is a 83 inch TV suitable for?

A 83 inch TV suits rooms from 355 sq ft. Ideal are rooms of 506 sq ft or more.

What resolution should a 83 inch TV have?

At least 4K UHD (3840x2160), recommended is 8K (7680x4320). At this size, you will benefit significantly from the higher resolution.

How big is a 83 inch TV compared to other sizes?

  • A 83 inch TV is 5" wider and 3" taller than a 77 inch TV – 16% more screen area. 77″ vs 83″
  • Compared with a 85 inch TV it is 1.8" narrower and 1" shorter; the 85 inch TV has 5% more screen area.

Will it fit on your TV stand?

Including the bezel, a 83 inch TV is about 73" wide. If it stands on furniture, the stand should be at least 77" wide – a bit more if the feet sit at the outer edges.

Wall mount: VESA and weight

A 83 inch TV typically uses a VESA pattern of 400 × 300 – 600 × 400 mm and weighs 66–110 lbs. Make sure the wall mount covers both – the exact values are in your TV's manual.

How high to mount a 83 inch TV?

With a seated eye height of 42", the bottom edge of a 83 inch TV sits at about 22" from the floor and the top edge at about 62".

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