Samsung LN46B550 46inch LCD TV
Mar 18th, 2010 | By SimonPower consumption is certainly something I consider when purchasing any new consumer electronics. The last thing I really want is to purchase a TV that continually drains my wallet with a power guzzling 600W usage. The advancements of technology have allowed us to enjoy the benefits of high definition pictures without expensive monthly bills. To test the power draw on the L46B550, I will consider the case of the TV being powered off to monitor the phantom load and watching basic cable TV.
I will admit that I was surprised by the power draw. I was expecting it to be higher, in the 200W range. The specifications state a typical power draw of 180W when in use and here we are at only 160. The phantom load was not noticed by my power meter. It’s nice to see power consumption on TVs dropping.