GE GFD40ESM****vsSpeed Queen ADGE9***118T***
Side-by-side dryer comparison
GE GFD40ESM****
Drum Capacity
7cu ft
CEF
3.93lb/kWh
Annual Energy
608kWh/yr
Type
Electric
Speed Queen ADGE9***118T***
Drum Capacity
6.9cu ft
CEF
3.48lb/kWh
Annual Energy
687kWh/yr
Type
Gas
Key differences
GE GFD40ESM**** is 11% more efficient at 3.93 lb/kWh versus 3.48 lb/kWh for the Speed Queen ADGE9***118T***. The GE GFD40ESM**** is larger at 7 cu ft versus 6.9 cu ft. Overall, the GE GFD40ESM**** sits higher in the category, ranking above 20% of certified clothes dryers.
Capacity
| Spec | GE | Speed Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Drum Capacity(cu ft) | 7 | 6.9 |
Dimensions
| Spec | GE | Speed Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Width(in) | 27 | 27 |
| Height(in) | 39.4 | 43 |
| Depth(in) | 32.2 | 28 |
Energy
| Spec | GE | Speed Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Combined Energy Factor(lb/kWh) | 3.93 | 3.48 |
| Estimated Annual Energy(kWh/yr) | 608 | 687 |
| Test Cycle Time(min) | 60 | 69 |
| Test Cycle | COTTONS CYCLE, TEMPERATURE SETTING EXTRA LOW, DRYNESS SETTING OF DRY, EDRY. | Regular, Medium Temp, Near Dry, EcoDry |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Configuration
| Spec | GE | Speed Queen |
|---|---|---|
| Product Type | Electric Standard Vented | Gas Standard Vented |
| Type | Electric | Gas |
| Vented or Ventless | Vented | Vented |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Washer Available | No | No |
| Additional Features | Time remaining display | Sanitization cycle, Steam cycle, Drum light, Wrinkle prevention option, Time remaining display |