What is recorded for 32S331-CA
TCL 32S331-CA — Passive standby power: 0.3 W.
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TCL 32S331-CA
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32S331-CA: model-specific checks
Estimate annual TV energy cost from the exact model’s kWh figure, your viewing schedule, and utility rate.
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Start with a comparable energy figure
Use the annual energy consumption shown on the exact TV’s EnergyGuide label or product documentation. Confirm the complete model code because a similar size or series may have a different display panel, brightness, or efficiency. The label is a standardized estimate under stated assumptions; it is not an account of your own viewing habits. Keep the test conditions with the number when comparing products.
If the label gives annual kilowatt-hours, multiply by your electricity rate in dollars per kilowatt-hour to estimate annual energy cost. For example, 100 kWh per year at $0.20/kWh gives about $20 per year. This is a transparent calculation, not a quote from a utility. Add taxes or time-of-use rates only if you know how they apply to your household.
Adjust the estimate for your viewing time
A simple adjustment is to scale the label’s annual energy by your expected hours relative to the label assumption, but only as a rough estimate. If you watch substantially more or less than the standardized schedule, the result will move accordingly. Picture brightness and content also matter: a bright HDR program, a bright room setting, and an always-on screen may use more than a dim menu or darker content.
For a home measurement, use an appropriately rated plug-in energy meter only if the TV’s power connection is accessible and the meter is suitable for the load and plug type. Do not put a TV on an unapproved extension or power strip just to measure it. Measure a representative viewing session, record settings, and extrapolate cautiously. The TV’s built-in power display, if available, may also be an estimate rather than a billing meter.
Include standby and add-on equipment deliberately
Decide whether your estimate includes standby use. Features that let the TV start quickly, respond to voice, or wake over a network may affect standby consumption. Check the exact model’s manual for how to disable those functions if you want a lower-power standby state. You may lose convenience or remote-control behavior, so compare the tradeoff rather than switching settings blindly.
If you normally stream through a game console or set-top box, include that device’s use separately. ENERGY STAR’s consumer guidance notes that using a smart TV’s internal app can be more efficient than streaming through a game console, but actual use varies by device. A soundbar, receiver, and powered streaming device also contribute to the room’s total, even though they do not appear on the television’s label.
Compare scenarios instead of claiming a bill saving
To evaluate a replacement, compare the current TV’s measured or labeled use with the candidate’s label, then multiply the difference by the same viewing hours and utility rate. Keep screen size and brightness needs comparable. If the new set is much larger or brighter, efficiency per screen area may improve while total energy use remains similar. Certification indicates compliance with a program criterion; it does not by itself guarantee lower household cost than every older set.
Write down the inputs: model codes, annual kWh, hours watched, rate, and whether accessory devices are included. This makes the estimate easy to update when the tariff or viewing schedule changes. Avoid treating small estimated savings as certain when the measurement method and use conditions differ.
General background sources
These sources support the shared guide. Exact model specifications and matched family procedures have their own sources above.
- www.energystar.gov/products/televisions
- www.energystar.gov/ia/partners/downloads/CE_Consumer_Messaging.pdf
Owner guidance by Specs & Parts, drafted with GPT-6 Luna. Sources and scope.
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Model details relevant to this topic
| Specification | Recorded value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Passive standby power | 0.3 W | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Televisions archive cec-televisions.xlsx; sheet Table; row 4314 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026 |
| Tested on-mode power | Needs resolution | ArchiveCalifornia Energy Commission — Televisions archive cec-televisions.xlsx; sheet Table; row 4314 Regulatory archive observation; test standard and measurement context follow the original record. Observed Oct 27, 2026Other observations retained: 29.8 W — California Energy Commission — Televisions archive; cec-televisions.xlsx; sheet Table; row 4276 |
Sources for 32S331-CA
California Energy Commission — Televisions archive Observed Oct 27, 2026
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