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GOODMAN GLXS4BA6010A*

split central air conditioner · ~4.5 ton (55,000 BTU/h cooling) · matched coil (H,G,J)G3K*60+TXV

A split central air conditioner rated SEER2 14.5 — the seasonal number that sets your summer running cost.

4.5 ton SEER2 14.5 EER2 11.5 R-32 · next-gen Split
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Goodman 5 Ton 14.3 SEER2 Air Conditioner Condenser (Outdoor Unit Only) - Free Thermostat Included - GLXS4BA6010

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At a glance

Who it's for

Cooling a home that needs about 4.5 tons of capacity, replacing an aging AC condenser.

The standout number

SEER2 14.5 (EER2 11.5 at peak 95°F) — higher means lower cooling bills.

The catch

A central AC is contractor-installed — the number that matters is the installed price with a matched coil, so get a few local quotes.

The Verified Label — every certified spec

Verified LabelCertified cooling performance & running cost
AHRI ref 218668868
cert date not published
status: Active

Cooling efficiency — source: AHRI / ENERGY STAR

SEER2 seasonal cooling efficiency — sets your summer bill14.5
EER2 steady-state efficiency at 95°F outdoor11.5

Capacity & configuration — source: AHRI

Cooling capacity at 95°F outdoor55,000 BTU/h · ~4.5 ton
System typeSplit (condenser + indoor coil)
Matched indoor coil(H,G,J)G3K*60+TXV

Operating cost — computed by Verified HVAC Data

Estimated annual cooling cost

$714

per year at U.S. average electricity prices & a typical cooling season

Efficiency tier

SEER2 14.5

above the federal minimum

Cooling cost falls as SEER2 rises. Your climate and local electricity price change the total — compare running costs →

Refrigerant & identity

RefrigerantGWP ≈ 675 (IPCC)R-32
EnergyGuide labelYes — FTC EnergyGuide
ENERGY STARNot listed
SegmentResidential
Outdoor modelGLXS4BA6010A*
AHRI reference #218668868

How it ranks

Where this condenser sits among the 760 central air conditioners we track, on the two efficiency numbers that decide a cooling bill. Percentiles are computed from our corpus (higher = better).

SEER2

Better than 68%

of the 760 units with a published SEER2

EER2

Better than 26%

of the 760 units with a published EER2

Brand, warranty & reliability

Value / budgetGoodman

The value leader of the Daikin-owned trio; failure rate now near industry-average with quality much improved since Daikin's 2012 acquisition, and it shares manufacturing (Daikin Texas Technology Park) with Amana and Daikin, so hardware overlaps heavily with pricier siblings.

Parts warranty10 yr registered / 5 yr unregistered (register online within 60 days)
CompressorSelect high-efficiency models: Lifetime compressor (original registered homeowner) + 10 yr unit replacement; select furnaces lifetime heat exchanger. Non-transferable — reverts to 10 yr for new owner.

Reliability is our read of published brand assessments (source), not a certified rating — real-world dependability hinges on a correct install more than the brand. Warranty terms are the manufacturer's (policy) and almost always require online registration within 60–90 days for the full length.

What it costs installed

$6,250–$12,500typical installed · national

For a 4.5-ton central AC, replacing an existing system. At SEER2 14.5 (base efficiency), expect the lower half of this range.

  • Includes equipment, standard installation, and permit, reusing your existing ductwork and electrical.
  • Excludes ductwork replacement, electrical/panel upgrades, and major venting or line-set (refrigerant piping) work — those add cost.
  • A national range, not a quote — your price moves with local labor, home layout, and contractor. Always get 2–3 quotes.

Installed ranges reconciled from published 2026 market data (source, more on the costs page); lead-gen figures that omit labor or permits are trimmed out. The certified specs above are exact — installed price is a range that depends on your home.

Rebates & incentives

Central AC rebates are thinner than heat-pump rebates and usually require a high SEER2 tier. The federal 25C credit expired December 31, 2025; the live money is state and utility programs. Check what applies where you live on our rebates page.

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Frequently asked questions

How efficient is the GOODMAN GLXS4BA6010A*?

It is rated SEER2 14.5 and EER2 11.5. SEER2 is the seasonal cooling efficiency — the higher the number, the less electricity it uses to remove the same heat. Current federal minimums are SEER2 13.4–14.3 depending on region, so this unit is around the floor.

What does the GOODMAN GLXS4BA6010A* cost to run?

We estimate about $714 a year to cool with it at U.S. average electricity prices and a typical cooling season. Your climate and local power price move the number — cooling cost scales inversely with SEER2.

What refrigerant does the GOODMAN GLXS4BA6010A* use?

R-32, which has a global-warming potential (GWP) of about 675. This is one of the lower-GWP refrigerants replacing R-410A.

Where can I buy the GOODMAN GLXS4BA6010A*?

It's listed online at Amazon, but a licensed pro should still install and charge it for the warranty to hold.

Sources. Performance ratings from the AHRI Directory (cited by reference number 218668868; not a verbatim mirror) and ENERGY STAR certification data. Annual cooling cost and percentile figures are computed by Verified HVAC Data from published ratings and EIA U.S. average electricity prices — see our methodology. Refrigerant GWP is the IPCC value for that refrigerant. We publish no star ratings and take no payment for placement. "Not published" means the source registry doesn't disclose it — we never fill a spec with a guess.

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