A typical modern TV uses between 50 and 200 watts of electricity, with 100 watts being a common average for many models from top manufacturers
. The exact wattage depends on factors such as the TV's size, type, and technology:
- CRT TVs : Around 60 to 150 watts.
- Plasma TVs : Can consume up to 300 to 500 watts, making them less energy-efficient.
- LCD TVs : Generally use between 50 and 150 watts.
- LED TVs : Usually consume 50 to 100 watts.
- OLED TVs : Range from about 30 to 200 watts, often more energy-efficient than plasma
Power consumption also increases with screen size; for example, a 32-inch TV might use about 28 to 50 watts, while a 65-inch TV can use 95 to over 100 watts
. In standby mode, TVs typically use very little power, often less than 3 watts
. To summarize:
- Average TV power use: 50–200 watts
- Common average for modern TVs: ~100 watts
- Larger TVs and older technologies like plasma consume more power
- Standby power use is minimal, usually under 3 watts
This means if you watch a 100-watt TV for about 3 hours daily, it would consume roughly 110 kWh annually, which translates to a modest portion of household electricity use
