85 vs 98 Inch TV: Size Comparison to Scale
A 98-inch TV has 33% more screen area than a 85-inch one. Side by side, that's 28.8 cm more width and 16.2 cm more height. The picture below shows both screens in true relative scale.
Both screens drawn to the same scale, aligned at the bottom-left corner.
| Parameter | 85″ cm | 85″ in | 98″ cm | 98″ in | Δ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Width | 188.2 cm | 74.1 in | 217.0 cm | 85.4 in | +15% |
| Height | 105.8 cm | 41.7 in | 122.0 cm | 48.0 in | +15% |
| Area | 19918 cm² | 3087 in² | 26476 cm² | 4104 in² | +33% |
The difference in numbers
The 98″ screen is 28.8 cm wider (+15%) and 16.2 cm taller (+15%) than the 85″ screen. The 98″ screen is 33% larger by area.
Recommended viewing distance
85″: 2.59 m – 3.51 m (8.5 ft – 11.5 ft)
98″: 2.98 m – 4.05 m (9.8 ft – 13.3 ft)
Questions about 85″ vs 98″
Is 98″ worth it over 85″?
Yes if you want noticeably more picture: the 98″ has 33% more screen area than the 85″. Whether it's worth it comes down to budget and how far you sit.
Will the picture quality change?
Picture quality depends on resolution and panel, not size — a larger screen just spreads the same pixel count over more area, so pixel density drops unless you also step up in resolution.
Do these sizes include the bezel?
No — both figures are for the visible screen only; real cabinets run a few centimetres larger on each side depending on the model.