How Much Electricity Does a TV Use Per Hour?

TV electricity use varies by screen type and size. Understanding hourly consumption helps you calculate cost and optimize settings.


Typical Electricity Use Per Hour

  • LED TV: 0.05–0.12 kWh/hour
  • OLED TV: 0.10–0.20 kWh/hour
  • Plasma: 0.20–0.30 kWh/hour

Daily & Monthly Cost Example

For a TV using 0.10 kWh/hour × 4 hours/day:

  • Daily cost: $0.08
  • Monthly cost: ~$2.40

What Affects TV Power Use

  • Screen size
  • Brightness settings
  • HDR mode
  • Picture mode
  • Panel type

How to Reduce TV Energy Consumption

  • Lower brightness
  • Use Eco mode
  • Disable HDR when unnecessary
  • Turn off instead of standby