Difference Between Watts and Volts

The differences between watts and volts are detailed here. Both volts and watts are related. One watt is defined as the amount of current required in one ampere to flow across a potential difference of one volt.

There are various differences between the two terms. These differences between watts and volts in tabular form will help students better remember each concept and better understand deeper concepts.

What is Watts?

The rate at which electrical work is done when a current of one ampere flows through a potential difference of one volt is called watts.

What is Volts?

The measure of the potential difference between the two ends of a conducting wire is called a volt.

Difference Between Watts and Volts

Watts	Volts
Watts is the SI unit of power (P).	Volts is the SI unit of potential difference and EMF.
Watts specifies the rate at which energy is transferred.	1 volt is defined as the difference in electric potential across a wire when 1A current dissipates 1 watt of power across the wire
Watts can be measured by using a Power meter.	Volts can be measured by using a Voltmeter.
Watts gives a more realistic measurement for Power.	Volts describe a small portion of voltage from the power source.