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Frigidaire FHWC054TE1
Toshiba RAC-WK0512CMRU
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Type
Window A/C
Compressor Technology
Non-Inverter
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
5,000 BTU/hr
Tested Capacity
4,809 BTU/hr (1,410 W)
Type
Window A/C
Compressor Technology
Non-Inverter
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
5,000 BTU/hr
Tested Capacity
4,681 BTU/hr (1,373 W)
Our Verdict
Frigidaire FHWC054TE1
Toshiba RAC-WK0512CMRU
The Frigidaire FHWC054TE1 and the Toshiba RAC-WK0512CMRU are both compact window A/Cs with similar overall capacity and efficiency. Broadly speaking, though, the Frigidaire offers a slightly more premium user experience, with an included remote control and an LED display for adjusting the desired temperature.
Variants
- FHWC054TE1 (White)
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Main Differences for
Large Room
Large Room
Threshold
Large Room
7.0
6.9
Full Comparison
Design
Size
8.0
8.0
Dimensions Photo
Height
31 cm (12.0")
31 cm (12.2")
Width
41 cm (16.3")
42 cm (16.4")
Depth
37 cm (14.6")
36 cm (14.2")
Body
Type
Window A/C
Window A/C
Material
Metal
Metal
Weight
17 kg (37 lbs)
16 kg (36 lbs)
Power Cord Length
1.9 m (6.4 ft)
1.9 m (6.1 ft)
Performance
Capacity
6.6
6.5
Temperature 28°C -> 21°C
Advertised Coverage
150 ft² (14 m²)
150 ft² (14 m²)
Advertised Capacity (DOE)
5,000 BTU/hr
5,000 BTU/hr
Time To Cool From 28°C To 21°C
61 min (1.02 hrs)
63 min (1.05 hrs)
Sensible Energy Exchanged
4,550 BTU (1,334 Wh)
4,550 BTU (1,334 Wh)
Latent Energy Exchanged
339 BTU (99 Wh)
365 BTU (107 Wh)
Tested Capacity
4,809 BTU/hr (1,410 W)
4,681 BTU/hr (1,373 W)
Efficiency When Cooling
8.3
8.1
Temperature And Power Consumption 28°C -> 21°C
Electrical Energy Consumed
450 Wh (1,535 BTU)
477 Wh (1,627 BTU)
Total Energy Exchanged
4,889 BTU (1,434 Wh)
4,915 BTU (1,441 Wh)
Energy Efficiency Ratio
10.9
10.3
Efficiency When Maintaining Temperature
7.9
7.6
Power Consumption While Maintaining Temperature
Electrical Energy Consumed
303 Wh (1,033 BTU)
303 Wh (1,033 BTU)
Energy Exchanged
1,713 BTU (502 Wh)
1,587 BTU (465 Wh)
Energy Efficiency Ratio
5.7
5.2
Temperature Stability
9.0
9.0
Temperature Stability Around The Setpoint
Temperature Delta
0.2 °C (0.4 °F)
0.2 °C (0.4 °F)
Humidity Stability
6.6
6.9
Humidity Stability Over Time
Humidity Delta
4.3%pt.
3.8%pt.
Inside Noise
7.5
7.4
Inside Noise @ High
Compressor On @ Max Setting
58.7dBA
58.8dBA
Compressor Off @ Max Fan Speed
57.9dBA
57.8dBA
Inside Noise @ Low
Compressor On @ Min. Setting
55.4dBA
55.8dBA
Compressor Off @ Min. Fan Speed
52.0dBA
53.1dBA
Environmental Impact and Features
Environmental Impact
Refrigerant
R32
R32
Global Warming Potential (GWP)
675
675
Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP)
0
0
Features
Controls Picture
Compressor Technology
Non-Inverter
Non-Inverter
Thermostat Type
Digital
Mechanical
Dehumidification Mode
Yes
No
Heat Mode
No
No
Remote Control
Yes
No
Smart App
No
No
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