Side by side on cooling power, efficiency, heating and noise. Winners are highlighted per row.
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Frigidaire
Frigidaire FHPW122AC1 12000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
82
SCORE
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GE
GE APFA08YBMW 8000 BTU Portable Air Conditioner
70
SCORE
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| Performance | ||
| Cooling Capacity | 12000 BTU/h | 8000 BTU/h |
| Cooling BTU Output | 8000 BTU/h | 8000 BTU/h |
| Provides Heating | ✗ | ✗ |
| Heating Type | None | None |
| Dehumidification | Dry Mode | 50 pints/day |
| Cooling Area | 550 sq ft | 150 sq ft |
| Efficiency | ||
| CEER | 7.26.17.2 | 6.16.17.2 |
| ENERGY STAR | ✗ | ✗ |
| Wattage | 1050 W8001050 | 800 W8001050 |
| Energy Saver Mode | No | — |
| EER | — | 6.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Volts | 115V | 115V |
| Amps | 9 A79 | 7 A79 |
| Frequency | 60 Hz. | 60 Hz. |
| Phase | 1 | 1 |
| Plug Type | LCDI 515P | NEMA 5-15P |
| Refrigerant Type | R-32 | R-32 |
| Eco-Friendly Refrigerant | Yes | — |
| Physical | ||
| Width | 16.57 in1216.57 | 12 in1216.57 |
| Height | 27.9 in26.2527.9 | 26.25 in26.2527.9 |
| Depth | 13.82 in11.2513.82 | 11.25 in11.2513.82 |
| Weight | 705870 | 58 lbs5870 |
| Air and Filtration | ||
| Maximum Air Flow | 240 CFM175240 | 175 CFM175240 |
| Number of Cooling Speeds | 323 | 223 |
| Adjustable Air Direction | ✓ | ✓ |
| Air Filter Included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Filter Type | Easy-to-Clean Washable Filter | Easy Access / Permanent Mesh |
| Washable/Antimicrobial Filter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Vented Outside | ✓ | ✓ |
| Noise | ||
| Decibel Rating | 52 dB5253 | 53 dB5253 |
| Low dBA | 49 dB4950 | 50 dB4950 |
| Controls and Smart | ||
| Wireless Remote | ✓ | ✓ |
| Programmable Timer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Timer | ✓ | ✓ |
| Includes Thermostat | ✗ | ✗ |
| Sleep Mode | ✓ | ✓ |
| Auto Restart | ✓ | ✓ |
| Built-In WiFi | ✓ | ✗ |
| Smart Appliance | ✓ | ✗ |
| Control Type | Electronic | Digital / Tactile Variable LED Display with Nightlight |
| Certifications | ||
| AHRI Certified | — | No |
| ETL Listed | — | Yes |
| General | ||
| Color | White | White |
| Indoor Unit Type | Portable | — |
| Window Compatible | ✓ | ✓ |
| Commercial Use | ✗ | ✗ |
| Chassis Type | — | Portable |
| Window Type | — | Extended Length Window Kit (20" - 46"), double-hung or sliding |