| key specs |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| Type | Split | Split |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Aluminium |
| Power Requirement | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | AC 230V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1750 W | 1560.0 W |
| Dimensions | 94 cm x 27.5 cm x 20.5 cm | 89.0 cm x 28.5 cm x 21.5 cm |
| Technology | Insta Kool, AI Cool | - |
| general |
| Brand | Carrier | Samsung |
| Model | 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (18K ESTER NXi) | 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split AC (AR18MC5HDTR) |
| Model Name | 18K 3 STAR ESTER NXi INVERTER R32 SPLIT AC | AR18MC5HDTR |
| Type | Split | Split |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| BEE Rating Year | 2021 | 2017 |
| Colours | White | Silver |
| Cooling and Heating | No | No |
| Cooling Capacity | 5200 W | 5000.0 W |
| Compressor | DC Rotary | Rotary |
| Refrigerant | R32 | R-22 |
| Operating Modes | Cool Mode, Dry Mode, Auto Mode, Fan Mode, Turbo Mode, My Mode | Fast Cool, Good Sleep, Single User Mode: Smart Saver, Auto Mode, Fan Mode |
| Dehumidification | Yes | Yes |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Aluminium |
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| Technology Used | Insta Kool, AI Cool | - |
| dimensions |
| Indoor W x H x D | 94 cm x 27.5 cm x 20.5 cm | 89.0 cm x 28.5 cm x 21.5 cm |
| Indoor Unit Weight | 10.3 kg | 9.6 kg |
| Outdoor W x H x D | 78 cm x 54 cm x 25 cm | 79.0 cm x 54.8 cm x 28.5 cm |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 27.7 kg | 35.0 kg |
| performance features |
| Indoor Noise Level | High - 42 dB, Low - 37 dB | - |
| Indoor Temperature Indicator | Yes | - |
| Turbo Mode | Yes | - |
| ISEER | 3.8 W/W | 3.21 W/W |
| Panel Display | - | Yes |
| power features |
| Power Requirement | AC 230 V, 50 Hz | AC 230V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 1750 W | 1560.0 W |
| Operating Current | - | 7.0 A |
| body and design features |
| Evaporator Fin Type | Blue Coating | - |
| Condenser Fin Type | Bare | - |
| Stepped Louvers | Yes | - |
| air flow and filter features |
| Auto Air Swing | No | Yes |
| Air Flow Direction | 2 Way Air Direction | 4-way Direction |
| Other Air Flow Features | 4 Step Fan Speed | Optimal Single Blade, Air Direction Control (Up / Down): Auto, Air Direction Control (Left / Right): Manual, Air Flow Control Step (Cool / Fan): 3 / 3, Natural Breeze |
| Anti-bacteria Filter | No | Yes |
| Dust Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Deodorizing Filter | No | - |
| Air Circulation | - | 494.4 |
| Other Filter Features | - | Full HD Filter, Anti Bacteria Coating, Auto Clean (Self Cleaning) |
| remote control features |
| LED Backlit Buttons | No | - |
| Night Glow Buttons | No | - |
| Battery Type | 2 AAA Batteries | - |
| Other Features | LCD Remote | - |
| convenience features |
| Auto Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Quiet Mode | No | - |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Mode | Yes | No |
| Memory Feature | Yes | - |
| Self Diagnosis | No | - |
| Emergency Operational Button | Yes | - |
| Other Convenience Features | - | Beep On / Off, On / Off Timer |
| warranty |
| Warranty Summary | 1 Year Warranty on Product and 10 Years on Compressor from Carrier | 1 Year on Product and 5 Years on Compressor |