Most 40-inch TVs weigh about 12 to 20 pounds (5.5 to 9 kg) without the stand, and roughly 13 to 22 pounds with it. Budget LED models sit at the light end, and models with metal frames or bigger speakers at the heavy end. Packed in its retail box with foam, a 40-inch TV usually ships at about 18 to 28 pounds.
That makes a 40-inch TV light enough for one person to carry, but its box is large, so carriers often bill it by size rather than weight. This guide covers weights by type, the screen and box dimensions, and the shipping weight you should plan for.
How much does a 40-inch TV weigh by type?
Almost every 40-inch TV sold today is an LED-backlit LCD, including QLED models, which use a quantum-dot layer on the same basic design. These are the lightest TVs ever made at this size.
| TV type | Typical weight without stand | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Budget LED/LCD | 12–16 lb | Plastic back and frame, small speakers |
| Mid-range LED or QLED | 14–20 lb | Thicker panel, better speakers or metal trim |
| OLED (42-inch class) | Similar to mid-range LED | OLED isn’t made at exactly 40 inches; 42 inches is the smallest common size |
| Older LCD (pre-2015) | 18–30 lb | Thicker CCFL or edge-lit panels, heavier frames |
| Plasma (discontinued) | Often 40 lb or more | Plasma TVs started at about 42 inches and had heavy glass panels |
The stand usually adds 1 to 3 pounds. For the exact figure, check the spec sheet on the manufacturer’s site, which lists the weight with and without the stand and the shipping weight.
What makes one 40-inch TV heavier than another?
Three things set the weight of a TV at the same screen size.
- Panel and backlight. Edge-lit panels are thin and light. Full-array backlights and older panel designs are thicker and heavier.
- Frame and back. Metal frames and stands add weight compared with plastic ones.
- Speakers and power supply. Larger built-in speakers and internal power boards add a pound or two.
Smart TV features add almost nothing, since the processor and Wi-Fi are a small circuit board. A heavier TV isn’t a better TV, and some premium sets are lighter than budget ones.
What are the dimensions of a 40-inch TV?
A 40-inch TV’s screen measures about 34.9 inches wide by 19.6 inches tall, because TV sizes are the diagonal of a 16:9 screen. With the frame, most models are about 35 to 36 inches wide and 20 to 21 inches tall without the stand.
Depth without the stand is usually 3 to 4 inches, and the stand adds height and depth. Our guide on how to read dimensions for shipping explains how to read length, width and height on a spec sheet or box.
| Measurement | Typical 40-inch TV |
|---|---|
| Screen (diagonal) | 40 in |
| Screen width × height | About 34.9 × 19.6 in |
| TV without stand (W × H × D) | About 35–36 × 20–21 × 3–4 in |
| Retail box (L × H × D) | About 38–40 × 23–25 × 5–7 in |
How much does a 40-inch TV weigh packed for shipping?
The retail box and its foam corners add about 5 to 8 pounds, so a boxed 40-inch TV usually weighs 18 to 28 pounds. Carriers charge on this gross weight, and our guide to gross weight vs net weight explains why it differs from the spec-sheet weight.
Size matters more than weight here. UPS and USPS bill a large box by dimensional (DIM) weight: length × width × height in inches divided by 139, and USPS applies it only to packages over 1 cubic foot. A 39 × 24 × 6-inch TV box is 5,616 cubic inches, which works out to about 41 pounds of DIM weight, so you’d pay for 41 pounds even if the box weighs 22.
Weigh the packed box yourself with the methods in our guide on how to weigh packages at home. A bathroom scale works well for a box this size if you weigh yourself holding it and subtract your own weight.
Can you ship a 40-inch TV with UPS or USPS?
Yes. A boxed 40-inch TV is well under the USPS 70-pound and UPS 150-pound limits, and its length plus girth (about 99 inches for a 39 × 24 × 6 box) is under both carriers’ size limits.
| Service | Expected delivery | Weight limit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| USPS Ground Advantage | 2–5 days | 70 lb | A boxed TV going a short or medium distance |
| USPS Priority Mail | 2–3 days | 70 lb | Faster delivery with included insurance |
| UPS Ground | 1–5 business days | 150 lb | Large boxes and higher declared values |
Because DIM weight usually sets the price, compare both carriers for your box size and ZIP codes in the ParcelPath rate calculator. ParcelPath is free and offers up to 85% off UPS and up to 89% off USPS, and you can add Shipsurance coverage for the TV’s value.
Ship the TV in its original box if you still have it, with the foam corners in place and the screen protected. Our step-by-step guide on how to ship a TV covers packing, and the same padding approach works for smaller electronics, as in our guide on how to ship a laptop safely. If you’re comparing sizes, see how much a 32-inch TV weighs.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a 40-inch TV weigh in pounds?
Most 40-inch TVs weigh about 12 to 20 pounds without the stand and 13 to 22 pounds with it. Budget LED models are usually at the light end, around 12 to 16 pounds. Older LCD models can weigh more, and the exact figure is listed on the manufacturer’s spec sheet for each model.
How much does a 40-inch TV weigh in the box?
A 40-inch TV in its retail box with foam corners usually weighs about 18 to 28 pounds. The box itself and its packing add roughly 5 to 8 pounds. Because the box is about 39 by 24 by 6 inches, carriers often bill it by dimensional weight, around 41 pounds, rather than by its actual weight.
Can one person carry or mount a 40-inch TV?
One person can usually carry a 40-inch TV, since most weigh under 20 pounds without the stand. Mounting is easier and safer with two people, one holding the TV level while the other hooks it onto the bracket. Check that your wall mount matches the TV’s VESA pattern and is rated above its weight.
How big is the box for a 40-inch TV?
The retail box for a 40-inch TV is usually about 38 to 40 inches long, 23 to 25 inches tall and 5 to 7 inches deep. That’s about 99 inches in length plus girth, which fits within USPS and UPS size limits. Its size, not its weight, usually decides the shipping price.
Sources
- USPS: USPS Ground Advantage (delivery time, limits and dimensional weight)
- USPS: Priority Mail
- UPS: Package dimensions, weight and dimensional weight
- UPS: Domestic shipping services
- TV manufacturers’ published specifications for 40-inch and 42-inch models (weight with and without stand)
Part of our How to Weigh Packages at Home guide. Related: Weighing Packages for Shipping, Gross Weight vs Net Weight, How Much Does a Tire Weigh.
