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StandardENERGY STAR certified

Samsung DW80CG502 series

14 place settings · Standard dishwasher

Electricity, 10 years
$435
Per year
$43

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$43
Over 10 years
$435
Saves vs the federal maximum
$12/yr
Rank for running cost
#311 of 616

About the Samsung DW80CG502 series

The Samsung DW80CG502 series is a 14 place settings standard dishwasher certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 239 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $43 a year, or $435 over a typical 10-year life.

That is 22% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of dishwasher (307 kWh a year), a saving of about $12 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.

Among 616 standard models it ranks #311 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $71 in electricity over 10 years, though it may differ in size and features.

If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Fisher & Paykel DD24DTX6I1 uses 202 kWh a year and would save about $67 over 10 years.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$43
Electricity over 10 years
$435
Add the price you pay
+ $435

239 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every full size (10 place settings and up) model ranked.

Fisher & Paykel DD24DTX6I114 place settings$37/yrsaves $67
Fisher & Paykel DD24DTX6PX114 place settings$37/yrsaves $67
Asko DBI563 series14 place settings$37/yrsaves $62
Asko DFI563 series14 place settings$37/yrsaves $62

Specs

BrandSamsung
ModelDW80CG502*****
TypeStandard
Energy use239 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type307 kWh / year
Water use688 gallons / year
Size14 place settings
Width23.9 in
Water per cycle3.20 gal
Depth25 in

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

Questions people ask

How much does the Samsung DW80CG502 series cost to run?

About $43 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 239 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.

How much will the Samsung DW80CG502 series cost in electricity over its life?

About $435 over 10 years, a typical life for a dishwasher. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.

Is the Samsung DW80CG502 series energy efficient?

Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 22% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.

Is there a cheaper dishwasher to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The Fisher & Paykel DD24DTX6I1 uses 202 kWh a year, about $67 less in electricity over 10 years.

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