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TV Size Calculator

Find a screen's width and height from its diagonal.

Parameters Live Compute
Calculated Output
Width 47.937
Height 26.964
Formula: from diagonal and aspect ratio (Pythagoras)
Step-by-Step Breakdown
1. Values used:
2. Diagonal = 55
3. Aspect ratio = 1.778
4.
5. Width = 47.937
6. Height = 26.964
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TVs are sold by diagonal — find the actual width and height.

The math behind it

With aspect ratio r = width/height: height = diagonal ÷ √(r²+1); width = height × r.

Worked Example

55" 16:9 → 47.9" × 27.0".

Frequently Asked Questions

Wall fit?

Use the width and height (not the diagonal) for clearance.

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