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