We spend a lot of time obsessing over PC specs. We compare clock speeds, benchmark GPUs, and argue about thermal paste application. But there is one metric that almost everyone overlooks until the electricity bill arrives: Power consumption.
Now go check your wattage—your wallet will thank you. Have you measured your rig? What was the most shocking result? Let us know in the comments below! how to tell how much power my pc is using
Ryzen 5 (100W) + RTX 3070 (220W) + Misc (60W) = 380W Peak. If you have a 650W PSU, you are safe. If you have a 500W PSU, you are flirting with disaster. We spend a lot of time obsessing over PC specs