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Gaming PC: what does it cost to run?
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Estimated monthly cost
$12.15$0.40 / day$147.83 / year
67.5 kWh used each month02 · Appliance-specific guide
How to estimate gaming pc correctly
The 450 W and 5 h/day values are an editable example, not a claim about every model. This appliance is best treated as per-session use.
What to verify
Power changes between idle, gaming and rendering. Include the monitor separately and measure at the wall for a realistic session average.
Formula
Power (W) ÷ 1,000 × active hours × electricity rate. This example uses 2.3 kWh/day, 67.5 kWh/30 days and 821.3 kWh/year.
Accuracy limit
The calculator prices the values you enter. It cannot know thermostat cycles, power modes, losses, appliance condition or the exact tariff on your bill; verify those inputs for a decision.
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