| key specs |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| Type | Inverter Split | Split |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper |
| Power Requirement | AC 220-240V, 50Hz | AC 230V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 985.71 W | 1560.0 W |
| Dimensions | 91 cm x 20.6 cm x 29.4 cm | 89.0 cm x 28.5 cm x 21.5 cm |
| general |
| Brand | TCL | Samsung |
| Model | 1.5 Ton 3 Star Inverter Split AC (TAC18CSD/EV3W3) | 1.5 Ton 5 Star Split AC (AR18MC5HDWK) |
| Release date | July 27, 2023 | - |
| Model Name | TAC18CSD/EV3W3 | AR18MC5HDWK |
| Type | Inverter Split | Split |
| Capacity | 1.5 Ton | 1.5 Ton |
| Star Rating | 3 Star | 5 Star |
| BEE Rating Year | 2023 | 2017 |
| Colours | White | White |
| Cooling Capacity | 5000 W | 5000.0 W |
| Compressor | Rotary Compressor | Rotary |
| Refrigerant | R - 32 | R-22 |
| Operating Modes | Fan Mode, Cool Mode, Dry Mode, Auto Mode | Fast Cool, Good Sleep, Single User Mode: Smart Saver, Auto Mode, Fan Mode |
| Dehumidification | No | Yes |
| Condenser Coil | Copper | Copper |
| Remote Control | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling and Heating | - | No |
| dimensions |
| Indoor W x H x D | 91 cm x 20.6 cm x 29.4 cm | 89.0 cm x 28.5 cm x 21.5 cm |
| Indoor Unit Weight | 9 kg | 9.6 kg |
| Outdoor W x H x D | 79.5 cm x 54.9 cm x 30.5 cm | 79.0 cm x 54.8 cm x 28.5 cm |
| Outdoor Unit Weight | 25 kg | 35.0 kg |
| performance features |
| Indoor Noise Level | High - 45 dB, Low - 43 dB | - |
| Panel Display | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling Coverage Area | 111-150 sq.ft | - |
| Turbo Mode | Yes | - |
| ISEER | 3.93 W/W | 3.21 W/W |
| power features |
| Power Requirement | AC 220-240V, 50Hz | AC 230V, 50 Hz |
| Power Consumption | 985.71 W | 1560.0 W |
| Operating Current | 7.3 A | 7.0 A |
| air flow and filter features |
| Auto Air Swing | Yes | Yes |
| Anti-bacteria Filter | Yes | Yes |
| Dust Filter | No | Yes |
| Other Filter Features | Vitamin C Filter, Silver Filter, Iron Filter | Full HD Filter, Anti Bacteria Coating, Auto Clean (Self Cleaning) |
| Air Flow Direction | - | 4-way Direction |
| Other Air Flow Features | - | 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 |
| Air Circulation | - | 494.4 |
| convenience features |
| Auto Restart | Yes | Yes |
| Timer | Yes | Yes |
| Sleep Mode | Yes | No |
| Other Convenience Features | Wi-fi Connect, Smart Cool, Shower-style Cooling, High Efficiency Cooling, AI Inverter | Beep On / Off, On / Off Timer |
| warranty |
| Warranty Summary | 1 Year Warranty on Product, 3 Years Warranty on PCB and 10 Years Warranty on Compressor | 1 Year on Product and 5 Years on Compressor |