Energy use, lifespan, breakdowns and recycling of a TV: 10 answers
How much power a TV uses, how long an OLED lasts, repair or replace, statutory guarantee and recycling in Belgium: answers from our sales staff.
- 55-inch OLED: around €30 to €60 of electricity per year
- Lifespan: often more than 10 years
- Statutory guarantee: 2 years
- Recycling: Recupel, free collection in store
Short answer: At equal size, a well-rated LED or QLED TV on the energy label uses the least. An OLED uses little on dark images and more on bright ones. The main factor remains the size and the brightness setting.
Each question has a detailed answer here, then a short answer in the FAQ at the bottom of the page. They are written by the Nimestore team in Temploux (Namur), based on what our customers ask us.
The answers in detail
Which television uses the least electricity?
To use less, compare the kWh/1,000 h figures for SDR and HDR on the label, for similar screen sizes and use.
How much does an OLED TV cost in electricity per year?
The annual cost of an OLED TV is calculated by multiplying the kWh/1,000 h figure by annual hours/1,000 and your price per kWh; brightness changes actual consumption.
Does a 98-inch TV use a lot of power?
A 98-inch TV tends to use more than a comparable smaller screen, but the model's label gives a more relevant basis than a general rule.
How do you read a television's energy label?
The TV energy label shows, among other things, the A–G class and SDR/HDR consumption for 1,000 hours; the QR code links to the official database.
What lifespan can you expect from an OLED TV?
The lifespan of an OLED TV depends on usage conditions, heat and content; no single figure applies to all models.
Can a TV with a damaged screen be repaired?
A cracked TV screen or damaged panel is often expensive to replace; ask for a quote before concluding it cannot be repaired.
Is it better to repair or replace your TV?
Whether to repair or replace depends on the quote, the age, parts availability, safety and the energy use of the replacement appliance.
How do you properly clean an OLED screen?
To clean an OLED, switch it off and let it cool, use a soft microfibre cloth and follow the manufacturer's manual; avoid pressure and harsh products.
Which statutory guarantee applies to TVs in Belgium?
The Belgian statutory guarantee is two years for new TVs sold to a consumer by a professional; the seller remains the legal point of contact.
How to recycle your old TV in Belgium?
In Belgium, taking back an old appliance when you buy a comparable new one is mandatory and free, subject to the applicable conditions; Recupel also organises collection.
What to check before you buy
The energy label consumption figures are measured using a standard test procedure: your actual consumption depends on the settings and hours of use. To work out a cost, multiply the kWh by your contract's rate. The statutory guarantee on new goods is two years in Belgium, and recycling goes through Recupel. In case of a fault, first follow the manual and never open a TV that is plugged in.
To find out more
- TV energy consumption and energy label: how much does your television cost per year?
- Your TV's warranty in Belgium: what's covered
- Cleaning your TV screen without damaging it
- Dead pixel or line on the screen: what to do?
Official sources
- European Commission : rules and energy label for televisions
- European EPREL database : energy label and official product fiche for each model
- FPS Economy : the law on guarantees in Belgium
- Recupel : collection and recycling of appliances in Belgium
Don't see your question here? Visit the shop at Route de Saussin 62 in Temploux (Wednesday to Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-4pm), or call 02 393 04 02.
Updated on 5 November 2026. Prices, stock and services: the product page on the day of your order is the reference.
Frequently asked questions
Which television uses the least electricity?
For the same size, a well-rated LED or QLED TV on the energy label uses the least. An OLED uses little on dark images and more on bright ones. The main factor remains the size and the brightness setting.
How much does an OLED TV cost in electricity per year?
Calculation: kWh/1,000 h from the label × hours per year ÷ 1,000 × price of your kWh. Order of magnitude for a 55-inch OLED, 4 hours a day: around 100 to 150 kWh a year, i.e. 30 to 60 € ; the brightness setting changes the figure. See energy consumption and energy label.
Does a 98-inch TV use a lot of power?
A 65-inch model uses often 2 to 3 times more, i.e. roughly 100 to 200 € a year for 4 hours a day depending on the model and brightness. Check the energy label on the product page.
How do you read a television's energy label?
It gives the class (A to G) and the consumption for 1,000 hours in SDR and HDR; its QR code opens the model's official record in the European EPREL database. Multiply by your hours of use and the price of a kWh to estimate the annual cost.
What lifespan can you expect from an OLED TV?
Current OLED panels are rated for several tens of thousands of hours, which often means more than 10 years under normal use; no single figure applies to every model, and heat and static images matter. Faults more often come from the electronics than the panel.
Can a TV with a damaged screen be repaired?
Often expensive: the panel makes up most of a TV's price. Ask for a quote before committing. Accidental breakage is not covered by the statutory guarantee; check your home insurance.
Is it better to repair or replace your TV?
Repair if the fault affects the power supply, a board or the software and the TV is less than 5-6 years old. Replace if the panel is affected or if the repair costs more than half the price of an equivalent TV. Our guide: in case of a fault.
How do you properly clean an OLED screen?
Use a dry microfibre cloth, with no product or alcohol, with the TV off and cool; leave the TV in standby (not unplugged) so it can run its automatic refresh. See cleaning your TV screen.
Which statutory guarantee applies to TVs in Belgium?
A 2-year statutory guarantee with the seller for any lack of conformity; in the first year, the defect is presumed to have existed at delivery. Details: TV guarantee in Belgium.
How to recycle your old TV in Belgium?
In Belgium, the seller must take back your old equivalent appliance free of charge when you buy a new one (‘one-for-one'): Nimestore does this. Otherwise, drop it off at a recyparc or at a collection point Recupel.
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