TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 Power Consumption: Watts, CSPF and Monthly Cost
TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 1.5HP window inverter: 1,100 W on the DOE label (not 1,550 W), CSPF 5.04, 5 stars. Monthly cost example and comparison with other 1.5HP windows.
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Key takeaways
- The TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 is a 1.5HP AI full DC inverter window aircon: 1,100 W rated input, CSPF 5.04, 5 stars on its DOE label.
- A Lazada listing says '1550 watts'. Use the label's 1,100 W for comparisons and cost estimates.
- At full rated power, 10 hours a day for 30 days is 330 kWh, about ₱3,960 at an example ₱12/kWh. Inverter units usually average less once the room is cool.
- Among verified 1.5HP window units, the Kolin KA-150GQAIINV32 rates higher (CSPF 5.53, 1,010 W). The TCL UB2 beats the TCL UJE2 1.5HP and iFFALCON 1.5HP on CSPF.
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The TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 is a 1.5HP inverter window aircon rated at 1,100 W on its DOE energy label, with a CSPF of 5.04 and 5 stars. It cools 3.33 kW. Find it at the TCL Official Store on Shopee or the TCL store on Lazada.
TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 specs
| Spec | TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 |
|---|---|
| Type | Window, AI full DC inverter |
| Horsepower | 1.5HP |
| Cooling capacity | 3.33 kW (12,000 kJ/h) |
| Rated power input | 1,100 W |
| CSPF | 5.04 |
| Energy label stars | 5 |
| Label monthly energy | 148.5 kWh (older label method) |
| Refrigerant | R32 |
| Power supply | 230V~60Hz, single phase |
| Where to buy | Shopee · Lazada |
The 1,550 W listing figure
The Lazada listing for this unit mentions “1550 watts”. The DOE energy label shows 1,100 W, and the label’s power input is the official rated value. We use the label figure. If you are sizing a generator or a backup power system, ask TCL for the maximum input, since an inverter can draw more than its rated watts while cooling a hot room down.
What it costs to run each month
A 1.5HP unit often cools a living area through the afternoon and evening, so this example uses 10 hours a day:
monthly kWh = watts × hours per day × days ÷ 1,000
- At full rated power: 1,100 × 10 × 30 ÷ 1,000 = 330 kWh, about ₱3,960 at an example rate of ₱12 per kWh (use your own bill’s rate).
- At half the rated input on average (an example assumption; the label uses the same 0.5 factor for inverters, but real use varies): 165 kWh, about ₱1,980.
For 8 hours a night instead, the full-power figure is 264 kWh (about ₱3,168). Try your own numbers in the aircon electricity cost calculator and check your rate on the electricity rates page.
How it compares with other 1.5HP window aircons
| Model | Rated input | CSPF | Cooling capacity | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kolin KA-150GQAIINV32 | 1,010 W | 5.53 | 3.89 kW | 4 (newer label) |
| TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 | 1,100 W | 5.04 | 3.33 kW | 5 |
| iFFALCON IFAC-12CWI/UL | 1,150 W | 4.88 | 3.33 kW | 5 |
| TCL TAC-12CWI/UJE2 | 1,170 W | 4.36 | 3.52 kW | 5 |
The Kolin KA-150GQAIINV32 stands out: fewer rated watts, more cooling and a higher CSPF. Its 4 stars come from a newer label with different star bands, so the CSPF is the fairer comparison. Note that some Kolin listings advertise 5 stars; its label shows 4.
Against TCL’s own TAC-12CWI/UJE2, the UB2 uses 70 W less at its rated point and has a clearly higher CSPF (5.04 vs 4.36). The UJE2 has slightly more cooling capacity. The iFFALCON IFAC-12CWI/UL has the same 3.33 kW capacity as the UB2 but more watts and a lower CSPF.
If you can fit a split type, TCL’s TAC-14CSD/P7 rates much higher (CSPF 6.74 at 1,000 W). It costs more to buy and install, though. See inverter vs non-inverter aircons for how to weigh price against running cost.
Who the TAC-12CWI/UB2 suits
- Homes that already have a window opening sized for a 1.5HP unit and want a 5-star inverter without a split-type installation.
- Long daily use in a medium room, where CSPF 5.04 should keep running costs below older non-inverter window units.
- Buyers who want both Shopee and Lazada official-store options. The Kolin alternative is on Lazada only.
Get a licensed technician or TCL’s authorised installer to fit it, and make sure the circuit suits a 1.5HP unit. Our aircon electricity consumption guide covers settings and cleaning that cut the bill.
Where to buy
- TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 on Shopee (TCL Official Store, UB2 series listing: choose 1.5HP)
- TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 on Lazada (TCL)
Other 1.5HP window units:
- Kolin KA-150GQAIINV32 on Lazada
- TCL TAC-12CWI/UJE2 on Shopee · on Lazada
- iFFALCON IFAC-12CWI/UL on Shopee · on Lazada
Check today’s price, and confirm the variant reads TAC-12CWI/UB2 before checking out.
Bottom line
Judge the TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 on its label: 1,100 W, CSPF 5.04, 5 stars. It is a solid 1.5HP window inverter and more efficient than TCL’s UJE2 1.5HP. If you want the highest CSPF in a 1.5HP window unit, look at the Kolin KA-150GQAIINV32.
Run your own numbers
Frequently asked questions
How many watts is the TCL 1.5HP UB2 window aircon?
Why does a listing say 1,550 watts?
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Sources
We link to primary sources wherever possible. Rates, rules and prices change — check the latest version with the publisher.
- TCL TAC-12CWI/UB2 energy label image (CN ACU-0049-002665) (opens in a new tab) — SM Appliance (retailer reproducing DOE label)
- TAC-12CWI/UB2 TCL 1.5HP AI WNDW INV AC FULL DC (opens in a new tab) — SM Appliance
- Implementing Guidelines of the Philippine Energy Labeling Program for Air Conditioners (opens in a new tab) — Department of Energy (Philippines)