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LG LW1522FVSM
14,000 BTU · Window room air conditioner
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About the LG LW1522FVSM
The LG LW1522FVSM is a 14,000 BTU window room air conditioner certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 714 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $130 a year, or $1,299 over a typical 10-year life.
That is 37% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of air conditioner (1,134 kWh a year), a saving of about $76 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 492 window models it ranks #416 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $826 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 BLACK+DECKER BDM12C uses 563 kWh a year and would save about $275 over 10 years.
Cost to run where you live
714 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.
| BLACK+DECKER BDM12C | 12000 BTU | $102/yr | saves $275 |
| Brothers 102373 | 12000 BTU | $102/yr | saves $275 |
| DuraSTAR DRWAC121XVB1 | 12000 BTU | $102/yr | saves $275 |
| Frigidaire FHWW125WF1 | 12000 BTU | $102/yr | saves $275 |
Specs
| Brand | LG |
| Model | LW1522FVSM |
| Type | Window |
| Energy use | 714 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 1134 kWh / year |
| Size | 14,000 BTU |
| Width | 23.6 in |
| Efficiency (CEER) | 14.7 |
| Mounting | Straddles Windowsill |
| Voltage | 115 V |
| Inverter (variable speed) | Yes |
| Heat mode | No |
| Refrigerant | R-32 |
| Height | 15.0 in |
| Depth | 28.8 in |
| Weight | 85.0 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 LG LW1522FVSM cost to run?
About $130 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 714 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 LG LW1522FVSM cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,299 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 LG LW1522FVSM energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 37% 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 BLACK+DECKER BDM12C uses 563 kWh a year, about $275 less in electricity over 10 years.
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