Returns the sum of the squares of the arguments.
This function works the same in Google Sheets as it does in Excel — same syntax and arguments.
SUMSQ(number1, [number2], ...)The SUMSQ function calculates the sum of the squares of the provided numbers, arrays, or cell references. It is commonly used in statistical calculations, such as determining variance or standard deviation.
=SUMSQ(3, 4)Result: 25
Calculates 3 squared (9) plus 4 squared (16), which equals 25.
Yes, SUMSQ ignores text, logical values, or empty cells within a range.