GE Profile ClearView Window Air Conditioner 8300 BTU
- 8,300 BTU, cools up to 350 sq ft
- 20 to 40 inch wide windows, 13 inch minimum opening height
- 4.5 to 13.75 inch wall thickness via flex-depth
- 10 inch minimum window height from the floor
- As low as 40 dB, spec table lists 41 dB
- Wi-Fi SmartHQ app, Alexa, Google Assistant and remote
- 115 V, 710 W, efficiency rating 11.4
- 65 lb, 28 x 20 x 13 inches
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A quiet, smart window unit that installs below the sill so the window still opens and the view stays clear. It is heavy and has no inverter, so it suits a medium bedroom or living room where quiet and daylight matter most.
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ASIN: B09HF5VMV6Category: Window Air Conditioners
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Overview
Installing below the sill rather than in the opening, the GE Profile ClearView leaves the window free to open and close with the unit in place. Its flex-depth design expands to match the wall thickness, and the included window kit fits a double hung window.
Daylight and a clear view through the glass are the reason to choose this unit, along with quiet running and app control. It is a heavy unit to lift into place, and the window size limits are strict, so measure before ordering.
Who it's for
Suited to medium rooms where a blocked window would bother you and noise at night matters. Owners of casement or slider windows, or of very large open-plan spaces, should look at another cooling type.
Pros and cons
- Window still opens with unit installed
- Quiet operation for bedrooms
- App, voice, remote and touch control
- Built-in pump drains condensate outside
- Heavy unit to lift into place
- No inverter compressor
- Double hung windows only per listing
- Strict window size and floor clearance
Performance notes
Cooling output comes from a rotary compressor without an inverter, so it cycles on and off rather than throttling down. Eco mode, app scheduling and the timer cut run time, while the built-in pump moves condensate outdoors so water does not pool indoors. Matching the unit to a medium room governs how well it holds temperature.
Where it stands among window air conditioners
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 19 window air conditioners lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
- 41 dB noise: quieter than 80% of the window air conditioners we list.
From the specs of the 44 window air conditioners we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | GE |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Window Opening Minimum Width | 20 incheslower than 80% of 31 window air conditioners |
| Window Opening Maximum Width | 40 incheshigher than 88% of 33 window air conditioners |
| Window Opening Minimum Height | 13 incheslower than 71% of 32 window air conditioners |
| Item weight | 65 poundshigher than 67% of 22 window air conditioners |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 28 × 20 × 13 inches |
| Minimum height from floor | 10 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Cooling Power | 8300 BTUhigher than 70% of 31 window air conditioners |
| Noise | 41 dBlower than 80% of 26 window air conditioners |
| Wattage | 710 wattslower than 64% of 23 window air conditioners |
| Wall thickness range | 4.5 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Annual Energy Consumption | 511200 watt-hours |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Efficiency | 11.4 |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Installation Kit, Window Air Conditioner |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Inverter Type | No Inverter |
| Control Type | App, Remote, Touch, Voice |
| Compressor Type | Rotary |
| Filter Type | Washable/replaceable Air Filter |
| Floor Area | 350 sq ft |
| Additional Features | Dehumidifier, Removable Filter |
Closest rivals on specs
LG LW1017ERSM Window Air Conditioner 10000 BTU- Wattage 710 vs 820 watts (-13%)
- Item weight 65 vs 57.3 pounds (+13%)
LG LW1022FVSM Dual Inverter Window AC 10000 BTU- Wattage 710 vs 970 watts (-27%)
Friedrich Chill Premier CCV08A10A Inverter Window AC 8000 BTU- Noise 41 vs 32 dB (+28%)
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a mounting bracket for the GE Profile ClearView?
GE says no mounting bracket is needed, subject to local code approval. Check your local rules before installing.
Can I still open the window with the GE Profile ClearView installed?
Yes. The unit is designed so the window opens and closes freely after installation, which also lets more natural light in.
Can I control the GE Profile ClearView without Wi-Fi?
Yes. The included remote and the electronic controls work without the app. Wi-Fi adds SmartHQ scheduling, monitoring and voice control through Alexa or Google Assistant.