in england
2006-11-06 02:58:55 · 7 answers · asked by rocarr 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Add-ons
A typical computer uses between 100-150 watts per hour. But your computer usage will vary depending on how many peripherals and components are installed. In the United States, rates vary wildly. I'm in the more expensive area of the country where we pay about 20 cents per Kilowatt Hour. This amounts to about $15-20 per month per computer.
And to the guy who said the TV uses more... you're WRONG. TVs use between 50 and 100 watts. (except for the larger TVs).
I'm not sure if they make a UK equivalent, but you might want to invest in a device like the Kill-A-Watt meter (google it) - it will tell you how much electricity is being used.
Also, idle time vs. use time can see the wattage change significantly. Using my the network can increase wattage use by about 15 watts...
Asking the electric company sounds good but is silly - I've done that, they tend to tell you the computer uses 300 watts (because that's the average power supply in a computer). Problem is, just because the power supply can provide 300 watts does NOT mean that that's what it uses. It's kinda like saying your light socket uses 150 watts because it can use a 150 watt bulb... even when you only use a 60 watt bulb.
2006-11-06 03:12:48 · answer #1 · answered by lwcomputing 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a recent model with hibernation mode, it will just go to sleep when not in use and recieve only an occasional e-mail at odd hours. Cost may be no more than a 7 watt night light. We only turn our off once a week.
2006-11-06 03:04:35 · answer #2 · answered by Lee H 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Depends on your electrical bill. How much your company charges per hour etc.
If you are concerned with this use stand by mode when you leave your computer to prevent excessive electrical use.
2006-11-06 03:00:38 · answer #3 · answered by Helper123 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
to run everything, including the computer, printer, monitor(s) and speakers, i would say a little less or the same as a tv or a room with lights on
2006-11-06 07:11:24 · answer #4 · answered by Eng 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
depends on you computers power consumption and your electricity providers rates.
2006-11-06 03:01:37 · answer #5 · answered by Dan M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
probably less than your tv I'll bet
2006-11-06 03:00:48 · answer #6 · answered by zippo091 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't know why don't you ask your electricity company.
2006-11-06 03:06:16 · answer #7 · answered by Smiley 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋