Samsung WA51A5505A*vsSamsung WV60A99**A*
Side-by-side washer comparison
Samsung WA51A5505A*
Tub Volume
5.1cu ft
IMEF
2.06cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
120kWh/yr
Annual Water
6419gal/yr
Samsung WV60A99**A*
Tub Volume
5cu ft
IMEF
2.92cu ft/kWh
Annual Energy
110kWh/yr
Annual Water
4235gal/yr
Key differences
Samsung WV60A99**A* is 29% more efficient at 2.92 cu ft/kWh versus 2.06 cu ft/kWh for the Samsung WA51A5505A*. The Samsung WA51A5505A* is larger at 5.1 cu ft versus 5 cu ft. Overall, the Samsung WV60A99**A* sits higher in the category, ranking above 64% of certified clothes washers.
Capacity
| Spec | Samsung | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| Tub Volume(cu ft) | 5.10 | 5 |
| Width(in) | 27.5 | 27 |
Efficiency
| Spec | Samsung | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 2.06 | 2.92 |
| US Federal Standard IMEF(cu ft/kWh) | 1.57 | 1.84 |
| IWF(gal/cu ft) | 4.3 | 2.9 |
| US Federal Standard IWF(gal/cu ft) | 6.5 | 4.7 |
| Most Efficient | No | No |
Consumption
| Spec | Samsung | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| Annual Energy Use(kWh/yr) | 120 | 110 |
| Annual Water Use(gal/yr) | 6419 | 4235 |
Configuration
| Spec | Samsung | Samsung |
|---|---|---|
| Load Configuration | Top Load | Front Load |
| Intended Market | Residential | Residential |
| Connected | No | No |
| Paired Dryer Available | No | Yes |
| Additional Features | Agitator | Delicate |