I have a pretty small bedroom and I want to replace the TV I have, which is a 2019 Samsung 40-inch. I'd like something more modern, preferably OLED or Mini LED, but I'm not sure if 40" will still be the right size or if I should go down to 32". What do you think?
First of all, measure the distance from where you sit to where the TV will go, because that's what determines everything. If you're more than two meters away, 40" is still your best bet; if less, then yeah, consider going smaller. What nobody's told you is that in small rooms light reflection is a real pain, so if you go with OLED make sure the room can get dark enough, because otherwise OLED panels won't get bright enough and you'll lose the whole point.
For the specific size, honestly 40" is pretty manageable in a small room. 32" is more for when space is really tight or if you want something that barely takes up any room. What I'd change is the technology: if you've got the budget, OLED is killer for contrast and colors, but Mini LED also works well and tends to be cheaper. That said, pay attention to the refresh rate in hertz (newer models usually offer 120Hz) and make sure it has good gaming features in case you want to hook up a console later.
One thing: don't let yourself be swayed just by specs on some online store. If you can, go check out actual models in person, because seeing how it actually looks on a smaller screen is different from reading numbers. And check that the stand or mount isn't garbage, because that matters too in small rooms where every centimeter counts.
40" isn't large at all for a small room, so you don't necessarily need to drop down to 32". It really depends on how close you sit and how much space there is between your couch or bed and the TV. If you're watching from 2-2.5 meters or less, 40" works great. The difference with 32" is pretty noticeable when you're watching something you're into, so I'd stick with 40" unless your room is really tiny.
On OLED vs Mini LED: OLEDs have deeper blacks and better contrast, but in a small room where there's natural light during the day, sometimes Mini LEDs look more "bright" and comfortable 🎬 OLEDs look nicer in the dark, so it depends on when you watch TV. Plus, Mini LEDs are usually more affordable. Either option's going to be a big step up from your 2019 Samsung.
What I would say is look for something with good image processing, because on smaller screens that makes a difference. LG, Sony, and TCL have decent options in that range. And check that the TV has good connectivity and isn't overly complicated with the smart features - sometimes those flashy things end up being slower than what you actually need 📺
I have a small bedroom with a 43" TV and it works perfectly, so I don't think you need to go down to 32" unless you're really sitting super close to the screen. What matters more is the distance from where you're watching it: if your bed or couch is less than a meter and a half away, then yeah, you could consider something smaller, but if you have a bit of space it's gonna seem ridiculously tiny. Between OLED and Mini LED, OLED gives you true blacks because it shuts off the pixels, but if there's a lot of natural light in the room Mini LED handles brightness better; it really depends on whether the glare bothers you.
The screen size really depends on where you're sitting when you watch, but honestly with 40" you shouldn't have any issues in a small room! What I would recommend is looking for something with good image processing if you're going to be relatively close, because OLEDs and Mini LEDs really shine when you watch them from short distances. Also pay close attention to the maximum brightness if there's a lot of natural light in your room, because some models aren't that bright and everything looks washed out during the day. If you find a good OLED or Mini LED option at 40" at a price that works for you, go for it!
Don't obsess over dropping down to 32" if your viewing distance allows it - what matters more is the image quality you're gonna gain with OLED or Mini LED. Unless you're literally a meter away from the screen, 40" is still totally manageable in a small room and makes a huge difference in terms of visual experience. If you go for OLED, watch out for power consumption and make sure your room doesn't get a lot of natural light, because those panels look better with controlled lighting.
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