PC Power

A PC power monitor is a device or software that tracks and displays the power consumption and performance of a computer system. It provides insights into how much electricity the computer is using at any given time, helping users manage energy efficiency and optimize power settings.

Here are some common features of PC power monitors:

1. Real-time power usage: Displays the current wattage being consumed by the computer.
2. Energy tracking: Allows users to track total energy usage over time, often showing it in kilowatt-hours (kWh).
3. Power-saving tips: Some software provides recommendations to help reduce energy consumption, such as adjusting system settings or hardware usage.
4. Temperature monitoring: Many power monitors also track the temperature of internal components like the CPU, GPU, and hard drives, as high temperatures can contribute to power inefficiency.
5. System performance: Monitors how the power consumption correlates with the system's performance, identifying high-power processes or hardware.
6. Alerts: Notifies the user when power usage reaches a set threshold or when there are significant spikes in consumption.

PC power monitors can be hardware-based (like smart plugs with built-in energy meters) or software-based (installed on the computer to track power consumption in the operating system).