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33 inch TV dimensions

Width: 28.8" (73.2 cm)
Height:
16.2"
(41.1 cm)
33"
(83.8 cm)

Dimensions

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Width:28.873.2
Height:16.241.1
Area:465 sq in3000 cm²

Size and Fit

A 33 inch TV has a width of 28.8 inches (73.2 cm), a height of 16.2 inches (41.1 cm), and a viewing area of 465 square inches (3000 square cm). This size is commonly used in bedrooms, small apartments, gaming corners, and compact living rooms.

Recommended Viewing Distance

Rough diagonal-based estimates: 1.5-2.5x diagonal for 1080p content and 0.75-1.5x diagonal for 4K. For 8K screens, the close-range estimate uses 0.375-0.75x diagonal.

Full HD (1080p)
1.26m - 2.1m
4.1 ft - 6.9 ft
4K UHD
0.63m - 1.26m
2.1 ft - 4.1 ft

Pixel Density (PPI)

PPI compares screen resolution with diagonal size. Higher PPI means a sharper image at close range.

ResolutionPixelsPPI on 33"
HD 720p1280 x 72045
Full HD 1080p1920 x 108067
4K UHD3840 x 2160134

Recommended Room Size

These illustrative layout estimates are not minimum requirements. Room length uses the maximum 1080p viewing distance plus 1 m of seating clearance. Room width uses 3x TV width so the display does not dominate the space.

Example room length
3.1 m
10.2 ft
Example room width
2.2 m
7.2 ft

What resolution is best for a 33-inch TV?

For a 33-inch TV, consider 4K when you watch native 4K video or play games at that resolution. Its extra detail matters more close up; from farther away, the difference from 1080p can be harder to see.

8K is not automatically better for your setup. Consider source quality, seating distance, contrast, and the resolution your devices actually output. PPI describes pixel density, not overall picture quality.

Compare seating distances and resolution choices

33 Inch vs Popular TV Sizes

How the closest popular sizes differ from a 33 inch screen.

Quick Answers

How wide is a 33 inch TV?

The screen of a 33 inch 16:9 TV is 28.8 inches (73.2 cm, 2.4 ft) wide. The TV body with bezels is usually slightly wider.

How tall is a 33 inch TV?

The screen is 16.2 inches (41.1 cm, 1.3 ft) tall. A stand or feet add extra height that depends on the model.

How many cm is a 33 inch TV?

33 inches is the diagonal: 83.8 cm. The screen measures 73.2 x 41.1 cm.

How much wall space does a 33 inch TV need?

Plan about 40.8 inches (103.6 cm) of wall width for 6 inches of clearance on each side, and a stand at least 34.8 inches (88.4 cm) wide.

Compare Nearby Sizes

Neighboring sizes help show how much width, height, and screen area change around 33 inches.

SizeDimensionsArea vs 33"
31"27" x 15.2"-11.6%
32"27.9" x 15.7"-5.8%
33" current28.8" x 16.2"Current
34"29.6" x 16.7"+6.2%
35"30.5" x 17.2"+12.5%

Will It Fit?

Use the screen width as the hard minimum. Extra clearance gives the display 3 inches per side on a stand or 6 inches per side on a wall.

Screen width
28.8"
73.2 cm
Comfortable stand
34.8"
88.4 cm, +6"
Wall clearance
40.8"
103.6 cm, +12"

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