PS5 vs. PS5 Pro: running cost
A PS5 is cheaper to run: about $28 a year versus $32 for a PS5 Pro at typical use and 17.99¢/kWh, a $4 difference.
| PS5 | PS5 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Typical watts | 200 W | 230 W |
| Watt range | 50–230 W | 55–250 W |
| Typical use | 2 hours a day | 2 hours a day |
| Energy per year | 158 kWh | 180 kWh |
| Cost per hour | 3.6¢ | 4.1¢ |
| Cost per day | 7.8¢ | 8.9¢ |
| Cost per month | $2.37 | $2.70 |
| Cost per year | $28 | $32 |
| Per year in Hawaii (43.51¢) | $69 | $78 |
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What drives the difference
- PS5: A PS5 draws about 200 W in demanding games, around 70 W streaming video and 0.3-1.5 W in rest mode depending on USB and network settings. Two hours a day of gaming is about 150 kWh a year.
- PS5 Pro: Measured PS5 Pro draw is roughly 220-235 W in demanding games, about 15% more than the standard PS5.
Ways to cut either cost
Streaming stick
Uses about 3 W versus 70 W for streaming video on the console.
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Shows real console kWh and can cut power overnight.
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Uses about 3 W for video instead of 70 W on the console.
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Frequently asked questions
Which costs more to run, a PS5 or a PS5 Pro?
At typical use and the U.S. average rate (17.99¢/kWh), a PS5 Pro costs about $32 a year versus $28 for a PS5. That's $4 more.
How many watts do PS5 and PS5 Pro use?
A PS5 typically draws 200 W (range 50–230 W). A PS5 Pro draws 230 W (range 55–250 W). Watts alone don't decide cost. Hours of use, cycling and standby matter just as much.
Rates: EIA, 12 months ending 2026-07. Methodology.