TCL W14WC72: $138 a year to run
This model (Room air conditioners) uses 656 kWh of electricity a year, which costs about $138 a year and $1,379 over 10 years at 21.0¢/kWh.
Energy use
656 kWh
per year
Running cost per year
$138
21.0¢/kWh
Running cost over 10 years
$1,379
Efficiency rank
455 / 589
50 % less energy than the federal minimum standard.
Product details
| Type | Window |
|---|---|
| Cooling capacity (BTU/h) | 14000 |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| ENERGY STAR Most Efficient | Yes |
| Available since | November 11, 2025 |
Compared with the average model (Room air conditioners), this one costs about $15 more a year.
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- Refrigerators
- Freezers
- Washing machines
- Dishwashers
- Tumble dryers
- Dehumidifiers
- Water heaters
- Electric cooktops and ranges
- Televisions
- Computers
- Air purifiers
Source: ENERGY STAR (U.S. EPA) · 21.0¢/kWh (August 2026) · Methodology