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Cost to run a gaming pc
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$0.07/hour
Gaming PC at 400 W and 17¢ per kWh · 1.60 kWh per day at 4 h/day
Your gaming pc
A gaming PC under load often draws 300-600 W at the wall, less when idle.
Running cost by electricity price (400 W, 4 h/day)
| Price/kWh | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10¢ | $0.040 | $0.16 | $4.86 | $58 |
| 13¢ | $0.052 | $0.21 | $6.32 | $76 |
| 15¢ | $0.060 | $0.24 | $7.30 | $88 |
| 17¢ | $0.068 | $0.27 | $8.27 | $99 |
| 20¢ | $0.080 | $0.32 | $9.73 | $117 |
| 25¢ | $0.100 | $0.40 | $12.16 | $146 |
| 30¢ | $0.120 | $0.48 | $14.59 | $175 |
| 35¢ | $0.140 | $0.56 | $17.02 | $204 |
FAQ
How much does it cost to run a gaming pc?
At 400 W for 4 hours a day and 17¢/kWh: about $0.07 per hour, $0.27 per day and $8.27 per month.
How many watts does a gaming pc use?
A gaming PC under load often draws 300-600 W at the wall, less when idle.
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