How many watts?

[Simon128D]

Hello all,

Is there any kind free software that can monitor the power consumption of your PSU while using your computer? I'm very curious as to how much power my PC is sucking up.

If there is a post like this or related then I do apologise for not searching, I'm in a rush and couldn't.

Thanks in advance.
Simon

 

[imported_Scoop]

You can only measure it with a device from the wall.

 

[Simon128D]

Ah I see. I wonder if you could help me out further and tell me where and how much will such a device cost?

What is it I should be looking for?

 

[jonnyGURU]

Depends.

Are you in the U.S.? Perhaps the U.K.?

Different devices only work with certain plugs and certain mains voltages.

 

[imported_wired247]

check out the kill a watt from thinkgeek.com

 

[jonnyGURU]

Originally posted by: wired247
check out the kill a watt from thinkgeek.com

Only works on ~115V and NEMA 5-15 plugs.