Example calculation
Typical values for Gaming PC
These values are a useful starting point for the calculator, but they are not guaranteed consumption figures for your specific model.
Power
500 W
Duration/use
180 min
Uses/week
5
Example/year
€136.50
About the data
Typical value for the PC without a monitor. Hardware, game, load and power profile can significantly change consumption.
Example using €0.35/kWh. This works out to approximately €0.52 per use, €11.38 per month and 390.0 kWh per year.
Your values
Gaming PC electricity cost calculator
Adjust the suggested values to match your own device, electricity tariff and actual usage.
Adjust usage
Typical value – check the rating on your device if possible.
Suggested starting value – adjust it to match your usage.
You can find your electricity price on your electricity bill.
Choose week or month. Half steps such as 0.5 are supported.
Your yearly cost
€11.38
Per month
€2.63
Per week
Choose how often you would use the device in the selected period.
Calculation basis
500 W ÷ 1.000 × 180 min ÷ 60 × 5 per week × 52 × €0.35/kWh
Context: Estimated values – actual consumption may vary.
Energy-saving tip
Limit frame rates, use efficient power profiles and put the PC to sleep during breaks.
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