TCL W5WC72

• CEER (class median 14.4)13.7, tied with 4 others
• Yearly cost vs. class median ($54)$4 less
• Width 16" (class median 18.6")narrower than 55%
• Weight 42 lb (class median 42 lb)lighter than 45%
• Rank among 6 similar designs (U-shaped)#2

Compared with the other ENERGY STAR certified 5,000-6,000 BTU window units. Yearly cost at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh.

These model numbers have the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight as the TCL W5WC72: the same unit under another brand, or with a colour or retailer code. Everything on this page applies to them.

• TCL T05WV9M
• TCL T05WV9R
• TCL W5WC72M
• TCL T05WV9MB
• TCL T05WV9RB
• TCL W5WC72-B
• TCL W5WC72M-B

How many square feet does the TCL W5WC72 cool?

At 5,000 BTU/h it suits a room of about 100 to 150 sq ft with normal sun and two people, following the ENERGY STAR sizing guide. In a heavily shaded room that stretches to about 110-165 sq ft; in a very sunny one it shrinks to 90-135 sq ft. A kitchen needs 4,000 BTU more.

How many watts and amps does the TCL W5WC72 use?

About 365 watts at full power (5,000 BTU/h divided by its CEER of 13.7), which is 3.2 amps at 115 V. That is 32 W less than the typical unit in its class (397 W), or $4 a year cheaper to run at 18.0¢/kWh. Its inverter compressor slows down instead of cycling, so real use is usually lower. Its CEER beats 8% of the 12 units in the class.

Can the TCL W5WC72 run on a standard outlet?

Yes. It runs on 115 V and draws about 3.2 A, well inside a standard 15 A outlet, but do not share the circuit with a space heater, microwave or other big load. Every certified unit in this class is 115 V.

What are the dimensions of the TCL W5WC72, and will it fit my window?

16" W × 12.5" H × 15.5" D, 42 lb. It is narrower than 55% of its 11 competitors and lighter than 45% of them. The window closes into the U-shaped slot, so measure the opening height as well as the width: you need at least the unit's 16" width between the frame sides.

Is the TCL W5WC72 U-shaped design an advantage?

Mostly yes. The sash closes into the unit, so the window stays sealed and daylight comes in, and the compressor is outside the glass, which cuts noise indoors. The trade-off is a window that must slide up and down, and a few extra steps to fit the foam seals.

Can the TCL W5WC72 also heat the room?

No, it only cools. If you also need heat, 0 certified units in this class can do both; see the list of air conditioners with heat.

Is the TCL W5WC72 worth buying to replace an old air conditioner?

An old unit of the same size at 9 CEER would cost about $75 a year to run at 750 hours and 18.0¢/kWh; this one costs about $49, so it saves roughly $26 a year.

Is the TCL W5WC72 the same as the TCL T05WV9M?

As far as the certified data goes, yes. ENERGY STAR lists 8 model numbers with the same capacity, efficiency, energy use, dimensions and weight, which means the same unit sold under another brand or with a different colour or retailer code. The full list is on this page.