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TV Electricity Cost Calculator

Estimate TV running cost by size and hours.

Inputs

Inputs and assumptions

43-inch LED about 70W, 55-inch about 110W, 65-inch about 150W. OLED runs higher on bright scenes.

How many of this device you run.

Hours per day

Fridges run 7; laundry may run 2-3.

Compressors and thermostats cycle; a fridge averages ~40%.

Rate

Result

Cost per year
$24.82
Energy per year
146 kWh
Share of average US home
1.4%
Cost per running hour
$0.017
Cost per day
$0.07
Energy per day
0.4 kWh
Cost per month
$2.04
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Frequently asked questions

How much power does a TV use?

Modern LED TVs draw 60 to 150W by size; OLED runs higher on bright scenes. Four hours daily costs $1 to $3 a month.

Does screen size matter?

Roughly. A 65-inch LED uses about twice a 43-inch. Brightness setting moves power more than size within a class.

Do TVs use standby power?

About 0.5 to 3W. Negligible alone, but bundled with console and soundbar the stack adds up.

How do I cut TV energy?

Lower backlight, enable auto-brightness, and kill standby with a switched strip.

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