How long will a power station run a TV?
A modern LED TV is an easy load. Typical draws are about 40 W for a 32″ set, 80 W for 50″ and 120 W for 65″. Brightness settings and HDR content push these up; eco modes pull them down.
| Station | 32" LED (40 W) | 50" LED (80 W) | 65" LED (120 W) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 Wh | 10 h 38 min | 5 h 19 min | 3 h 32 min |
| 1,000 Wh | 21 h 15 min | 10 h 38 min | 7 h 5 min |
| 1,500 Wh | 31 h 53 min | 15 h 56 min | 10 h 38 min |
| 2,000 Wh | 42 h 30 min | 21 h 15 min | 14 h 10 min |
| 3,000 Wh | 2.7 days | 31 h 53 min | 21 h 15 min |
Don’t forget what’s plugged in with it
A streaming stick adds a few watts, a soundbar 20 to 50 W, and a game console 100 to 200 W while playing. Add them in the calculator to see the combined runtime.
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Figures assume 85% efficiency on AC and typical draws. The label on your appliance, or a plug-in power meter, gives the exact number; enter it in the calculator.