TCL T05WV9R
Window
Summary
The TCL T05WV9R is a window that uses 274 kWh per year, costing approximately $43.79annually to run at the US average electricity rate. Over 10 years, that's $437.90 in energy costs alone. It uses 25% less energy than the federal minimum standard. This is a solidly efficient choice.
Ranked #3 out of 404 room air conditioners by annual running cost, it costs $53.21 less per year than the category average of $97.
How This Compares to Other Room Air Conditioners
Ranked #3 out of 404 in the room air conditioners category (by lowest annual cost).
Energy Details
Running Cost Breakdown
Estimated electricity costs at different time horizons (based on $0.16/kWh US average rate):
Actual costs vary by location. States like Hawaii ($0.43/kWh) pay significantly more while Idaho ($0.11/kWh) pays less. Use our energy calculator to estimate costs at your local rate.
What This Means for You
The TCL T05WV9R is cheaper to run than the average room air conditioner in its category. At $43.79/year, you'll save approximately $532.10 over 10 years compared to a typical model in this category.
With a high efficiency score, this model is one of the better options if minimizing long-term energy costs is a priority.
Energy costs are just one factor in choosing a room air conditioner. Consider the purchase price, features, reliability, and how the total cost of ownership (purchase price + energy costs over its expected lifespan) compares to alternatives.