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Cooling
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Covers
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Efficiency
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Noise
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$579 est.
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Frigidaire Gallery GHPC132AB1
by Frigidaire · Model GHPC132AB1
Premium Gallery Cool Connect smart portable that favors quiet, connected comfort for rooms up to 600 sq ft.
Cooling
13,000 BTU
Covers
600 ft²
Efficiency
10.2EER
Noise
46 dB
$550 est.
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Strengths & trade-offs
Pros
- Very quiet 46 dB low speed
- Wi-Fi app with scheduling
- Built-in clean-air ionizer
Cons
- 8,000 BTU SACC trails rivals
- Single-hose design limits
What the Frigidaire Gallery GHPC132AB1 costs to run
Estimated from this unit's 10.2EER rating at 8 hours/day of cooling, using average residential electricity rates for each US climate zone. Your usage and utility rate will shift these numbers — run the calculator for your exact room.
| Climate zone | Example regions | Est. cost / month |
|---|---|---|
| Cool North | Pacific NW, Upper Midwest, New England | $49 /mo |
| Mixed / Temperate | Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, Mountain | $52 /mo |
| Hot & Humid | Southeast, Gulf Coast, Texas | $43 /mo |
| Hot & Dry | Southwest, Desert | $46 /mo |
Full specifications
| Type | Portable air conditioner |
| Cooling capacity | 13,000 BTU |
| Rated coverage | 600 ft² |
| Efficiency | 10.2 EER |
| Noise (low) | 46 dB |
| Smart features | App, Voice, Scheduling |
| ENERGY STAR | No |
| Model number | GHPC132AB1 |
| Typical street price | $550 |
Specs from manufacturer data; price and ratings are snapshots and may vary. See how we evaluate. Data last reviewed June 2026.
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