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Frigidaire FHWW125WF1

12,000 BTU · Window room air conditioner

Electricity, 10 years
$1,024
Per year
$102

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Per year (U.S. avg)
$102
Over 10 years
$1,024
Saves vs the federal maximum
$91/yr
Rank for running cost
#269 of 492

About the Frigidaire FHWW125WF1

The Frigidaire FHWW125WF1 is a 12,000 BTU window room air conditioner certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 563 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $102 a year, or $1,024 over a typical 10-year life.

That is 47% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of air conditioner (1,061 kWh a year), a saving of about $91 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.

Among 492 window models it ranks #269 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $551 in electricity over 10 years, though it may differ in size and features.

If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the GE Profile PHNT10CCH1 uses 526 kWh a year and would save about $67 over 10 years.

Cost to run where you live

Electricity per year
$102
Electricity over 10 years
$1,024
Add the price you pay
+ $1,024

563 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.

Cheaper to run, same type and size

Or see every large rooms (over 10,000 to 15,000 btu) model ranked.

GE Profile PHNT10CCH110300 BTU$96/yrsaves $67
K�hl+ KHVS10B11B10600 BTU$96/yrsaves $60
Hisense AW-12TW1RZAU7011500 BTU$98/yrsaves $44
Hisense AWUS1227TW11500 BTU$98/yrsaves $44

Specs

BrandFrigidaire
ModelFHWW125WF1
TypeWindow
Energy use563 kWh / year
Federal maximum for this type1061 kWh / year
Size12,000 BTU
Width21.7 in
Efficiency (CEER)16
MountingDoes Not Straddle Window or Windowsill
Voltage115 V
Inverter (variable speed)Yes
Heat modeNo
RefrigerantR-32
Height14.7 in
Depth19.0 in
Weight51.8 lb

Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.

Questions people ask

How much does the Frigidaire FHWW125WF1 cost to run?

About $102 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 563 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.

How much will the Frigidaire FHWW125WF1 cost in electricity over its life?

About $1,024 over 10 years, a typical life for a room air conditioner. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.

Is the Frigidaire FHWW125WF1 energy efficient?

Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 47% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.

Is there a cheaper air conditioner to run of the same type and size?

Yes. The GE Profile PHNT10CCH1 uses 526 kWh a year, about $67 less in electricity over 10 years.

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