How much does it cost to run a PS4?
A PS4 costs about 2.0¢ per hour, 4.7¢ a day, $1.45 a month and $17 a year at typical use (2 hours a day) and the U.S. average rate of 17.99¢/kWh. Original PS4 consoles draw about 110 W gaming, the Slim about 80 W and the Pro up to 155 W. Rest mode with USB charging draws 2-8 W.
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Cost by setting
| Setting | Watts | Per hour | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS4 Slim gaming | 80 | 1.4¢ | 3.7¢ | $1.12 | $13 |
| PS4 original gaming | 110 | 2.0¢ | 4.7¢ | $1.45 | $17 |
| PS4 Pro gaming | 155 | 2.8¢ | 6.4¢ | $1.94 | $23 |
At 2 hours a day and 17.99¢/kWh.
Cost by hours of use
| Hours per day | kWh/day | Per day | Per month | Per year (all year) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 hour | 0.16 | 2.8¢ | $0.85 | $10 |
| 2 hours | 0.26 | 4.7¢ | $1.45 | $17 |
| 4 hours | 0.48 | 8.6¢ | $2.63 | $32 |
| 8 hours | 0.91 | 16¢ | $4.99 | $60 |
| 12 hours | 1.34 | 24¢ | $7.36 | $88 |
| 24 hours | 2.64 | 47¢ | $14.46 | $173 |
Cost to run a PS4 in every state
The same PS4 costs $12 a year in North Dakota and $42 in Hawaii, at each state's average residential rate (12 months ending July 2026).
| State | Rate | Per hour | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12.32¢ | 1.4¢ | $0.99 | $12 |
| Idaho | 12.65¢ | 1.4¢ | $1.02 | $12 |
| Nebraska | 12.86¢ | 1.4¢ | $1.03 | $12 |
| Louisiana | 12.99¢ | 1.4¢ | $1.04 | $13 |
| Utah | 13.32¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.07 | $13 |
| Nevada | 13.36¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.07 | $13 |
| Arkansas | 13.43¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.08 | $13 |
| Tennessee | 13.56¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.09 | $13 |
| Oklahoma | 13.70¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.10 | $13 |
| Montana | 13.84¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.11 | $13 |
| Kentucky | 13.92¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.12 | $13 |
| Missouri | 13.95¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.12 | $13 |
| Wyoming | 14.01¢ | 1.5¢ | $1.13 | $14 |
| Washington | 14.12¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.13 | $14 |
| Iowa | 14.13¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.14 | $14 |
| South Dakota | 14.20¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.14 | $14 |
| Mississippi | 14.77¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.19 | $14 |
| North Carolina | 14.77¢ | 1.6¢ | $1.19 | $14 |
| Kansas | 15.09¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.21 | $15 |
| Georgia | 15.12¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.21 | $15 |
| New Mexico | 15.32¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.23 | $15 |
| Florida | 15.39¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.24 | $15 |
| Arizona | 15.40¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.24 | $15 |
| West Virginia | 15.48¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.24 | $15 |
| Oregon | 15.50¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.25 | $15 |
| South Carolina | 15.64¢ | 1.7¢ | $1.26 | $15 |
| Texas | 15.96¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.28 | $15 |
| Minnesota | 16.22¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.30 | $16 |
| Alabama | 16.44¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.32 | $16 |
| Virginia | 16.48¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.32 | $16 |
| Colorado | 16.58¢ | 1.8¢ | $1.33 | $16 |
| Indiana | 16.94¢ | 1.9¢ | $1.36 | $16 |
| Delaware | 17.79¢ | 2.0¢ | $1.43 | $17 |
| Ohio | 18.25¢ | 2.0¢ | $1.47 | $18 |
| Wisconsin | 18.74¢ | 2.1¢ | $1.51 | $18 |
| Illinois | 18.79¢ | 2.1¢ | $1.51 | $18 |
| Pennsylvania | 20.70¢ | 2.3¢ | $1.66 | $20 |
| Maryland | 21.03¢ | 2.3¢ | $1.69 | $20 |
| Michigan | 21.05¢ | 2.3¢ | $1.69 | $20 |
| New Jersey | 23.78¢ | 2.6¢ | $1.91 | $23 |
| Vermont | 23.80¢ | 2.6¢ | $1.91 | $23 |
| District of Columbia | 24.20¢ | 2.7¢ | $1.94 | $23 |
| New Hampshire | 26.67¢ | 2.9¢ | $2.14 | $26 |
| Alaska | 26.85¢ | 3.0¢ | $2.16 | $26 |
| Connecticut | 27.99¢ | 3.1¢ | $2.25 | $27 |
| New York | 28.39¢ | 3.1¢ | $2.28 | $27 |
| Rhode Island | 29.27¢ | 3.2¢ | $2.35 | $28 |
| Maine | 29.31¢ | 3.2¢ | $2.36 | $28 |
| Massachusetts | 30.43¢ | 3.3¢ | $2.45 | $29 |
| California | 32.99¢ | 3.6¢ | $2.65 | $32 |
| Hawaii | 43.51¢ | 4.8¢ | $3.50 | $42 |
How to cut the cost
- Turn off 'Supply Power to USB Ports' and 'Stay Connected to the Internet' in Power Save Settings.
- Use auto power-off after 20 minutes idle.
- Avoid watching streaming video on the PS4; it draws 80+ W doing it.
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Compare with similar appliances
| Appliance | Watts | Typical use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PS4 | 110 | 2 hours a day | $1.45 | $17 |
| PS5 | 200 | 2 hours a day | $2.37 | $28 |
| Xbox Series S | 75 | 2 hours a day | $0.94 | $11 |
| TV | 80 | 5 hours a day | $2.24 | $27 |
| OLED TV | 130 | 5 hours a day | $3.61 | $43 |
| Home theater receiver | 90 | 4 hours a day | $2.19 | $26 |
| Xbox Series X | 170 | 2 hours a day | $2.10 | $25 |
Head-to-head comparisons
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a PS4 per hour?
A PS4 drawing 110 watts uses 0.11 kWh per hour. At the U.S. average of 17.99¢/kWh that's 2.0¢ per hour. In North Dakota (12.32¢) it's 1.4¢. In Hawaii (43.51¢) it's 4.8¢.
How much does it cost to run a PS4 per month?
At typical use (2 hours a day), a PS4 costs about $1.45 a month and $17 a year, at the U.S. average rate. Enter your ZIP in the calculator above for your utility's rate.
How many watts does a PS4 use?
Most PS4s use 70 to 160 watts, depending on the setting (ps4 slim gaming 80 W, ps4 original gaming 110 W, ps4 pro gaming 155 W). Plugged in but off, it still draws about 2 W of standby power. Check the label on the back or bottom for your model's exact rating.
How many kWh does a PS4 use?
About 0.26 kWh a day and 96 kWh a year at typical use (2 hours a day).
Does a PS4 use a lot of electricity?
No. At about 96 kWh a year it's a small share (0.9%) of the average U.S. home's 10,492 kWh.
Is it cheaper to run a PS4 or a PS5?
At typical use, a PS4 costs about $17 a year versus $28 for a PS5. So the PS4 is cheaper by about $11 a year. Use the comparison table above to compare them at your own settings.
How can I lower the cost of running a PS4?
- Turn off 'Supply Power to USB Ports' and 'Stay Connected to the Internet' in Power Save Settings.
- Use auto power-off after 20 minutes idle.
- Avoid watching streaming video on the PS4; it draws 80+ W doing it.
Rates updated 2026-10-21: EIA data through July 2026. Typical wattage and usage reviewed against DOE, ENERGY STAR and manufacturer specs. Methodology.