OLED
Deepest blacks
Wide viewing angles
Usually costs more
Less bright in a sunny room
Short answer: sit about 1.2 to 1.6 times the screen diagonal away for 4K, so a 55-inch TV suits a seat roughly 1.7 to 2.2 metres away. Pick OLED for dark rooms and movies, a bright QLED or LED for sunny living rooms, and only pay for 120 Hz if you game.
Screen size and viewing distance
A bigger screen is more immersive, but only if you sit far enough back. Measure the distance from your sofa to the TV wall, then use this rough guide for a 4K TV.
| Screen size | Rough viewing distance |
|---|---|
| 43 inch | 1.4–1.9 m |
| 55 inch | 1.7–2.2 m |
| 65 inch | 2.0–2.6 m |
| 75 inch | 2.3–3.0 m |
Rule of thumb only. Sitting closer or farther is fine; it depends on your eyes and room.
OLED vs QLED vs LED
QLED / Mini-LED
Bright, good for daytime viewing
Wide price range
Blacks are not as deep as OLED
Standard LED
Lowest price
Weaker contrast and viewing angles
Specs worth checking
- 4K resolution: standard at most sizes now; Full HD is mainly for small, cheap sets.
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz is fine for TV and films; 120 Hz helps fast console or PC games, and needs HDMI 2.1 ports.
- HDMI ports and eARC: make sure you have enough for a console, soundbar and set-top box.
- Smart apps: check the apps you use (streaming, local channels) are supported.
Televisions are covered by NEA energy labelling, so compare the tick rating when two sets are close in size and price. More ticks means lower electricity use.
Mounting, sound and checks
- Decide wall-mount or stand, and check your wall type before buying a mount.
- Measure the TV unit if you use a stand; the feet can be wider than you expect.
- Plan the sound. Slim TVs have modest speakers; a soundbar is a common add-on.
- Read the warranty and ask how delivery and installation are handled.
Where to check current deals
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Common questions
What size TV should I get for my living room?
A common rule of thumb is to sit about 1.2 to 1.6 times the screen's diagonal away for a 4K TV. For a 55-inch TV that is roughly 1.7 to 2.2 metres.
Is OLED better than LED or QLED?
OLED gives the deepest blacks and wide viewing angles and suits dark rooms, but costs more and can be less bright. QLED and LED models are usually brighter, which helps in a sunny living room.
Do I need a 120 Hz TV?
For movies and TV, 60 Hz is fine. A 120 Hz panel helps with fast games on a console or PC; check that the HDMI ports support it.
Do TVs have energy ticks in Singapore?
Yes. Televisions are covered by NEA's mandatory energy labelling, so more ticks means lower electricity use. Bigger and brighter screens use more power, so compare the label when sizes are similar.
Should I wall-mount or use the stand?
Wall mounting saves floor space and gives a cleaner look, but check your wall type and get it installed properly. A stand needs a stable table at the right height and width.
Is the TV's built-in sound good enough?
Slim TVs usually have modest speakers. If you watch a lot of movies, a soundbar is a common upgrade; check the TV has the matching connection, such as HDMI eARC.
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