Was just wondering since the extra amount on the electricity bill seems to be a huge oversight on calculating whether or not something is worth the cost or not especially since some people might be having their TV's for more than five years if not ten at the most.
Went in store Big W just to check up on a range of TV's in person from around 32" to 65" 4k and 1080p models and noticed a big spike from 50" plus models. Was like average 150kWh per year to I saw 700kWh which is a noticeable chunk on the electricity bill especially if you use your TV a lot.
Was just wondering since maybe not many might know much about extra electricity costs but I'm sure most here on Ozbargain and whirlpool for example would but maybe not just talk about it much.
Maybe we can start including approximate power usage and estimated costs for new TV deals and when discussing for example budget options?
I know it would make a huge differentiation for me especially since the actual price of the TV can sometimes be only a 1/4 of the actual total running TV cost if say with average use over a few years.
Just food for thought, what do you guys think or have to say on the matter?
Yes, power usage is a factor when comparing like for like. Your comparison in dollar terms is roughly $40 vs $175 in electricity per year.
On a separate note, when watching The Block and looking at their room reveals, I always freak out at the power costs of their rooms - so many unnecessary lights! Energy consumption should be a judging factor somehow.