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      5-ton central heat pump · DH5SE

      Daikin DH5SEA6010A

      Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 5-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

      Ranks #47 of 100 5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,850 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

      SEER2
      16.0 Cooling efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 26%
      HSPF2
      8.2 Heating efficiency over a season
      Below average · beats 28%
      EER2
      12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
      Average · beats 64%
      Heat at 5°F
      30,000 BTU/h53% of its 47°F output
      Below average · beats 39%

      A good fit if…

      • You want a certified 5-ton central heat pump at a typical efficiency level.

      Think twice if…

      • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
      • Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for central heat pumps.
      • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.

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      Details

      Specifications5 ton, R-32
      General
      BrandDaikin
      Also sold asGoodman, Amana
      Outdoor unit modelDH5SEA6010A
      SeriesDH5SE
      TypeCentral heat pump
      Nominal size5 ton
      CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerTwo-stage
      RefrigerantR-32
      Connected (smart) capableNo
      On the market sinceJanuary 23, 2025
      Last certifiedSeptember 30, 2026
      Cooling
      SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better16.0 (range 16.0)
      EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7-12.0
      Cooling capacity57,000 BTU/h
      Heating
      HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better8.2
      Capacity at 47°F57,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 17°F37,000 BTU/h
      Capacity at 5°F30,000 BTU/h
      COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater2.00
      ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
      Heating output as it gets colder53% kept at 5°F

      Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with AMST60DU1300A at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

      Certified matchups3 indoor units

      The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

      Indoor unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
      AMST60DU1300A16.012.08.230,000215381158
      DMVT60DP1300A16.011.78.230,000215887351
      AMST60DU1300B16.012.08.230,000218222706
      Same unit, other model numbers2

      These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Daikin DH5SEA6010A: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.

      Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,673-$4,407

      At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

      Questions6
      What is the SEER2 rating of the Daikin DH5SEA6010A?
      The Daikin DH5SEA6010A is rated at up to 16.0 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.2 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
      Is the Daikin DH5SEA6010A good for cold climates?
      It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 5-ton model.
      How much does the Daikin DH5SEA6010A cost to run per year?
      At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,673-$4,407 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $2,053 in Phoenix and $3,675 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
      Is the Daikin DH5SEA6010A the same as the Goodman GLZS5BA6010A?
      Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists 3 model numbers with identical efficiency, capacity and matchups, which means the same outdoor unit sold under a different brand or with a minor variant code (voltage, colour or region). The full list is on this page.
      Which indoor units work with the Daikin DH5SEA6010A?
      ENERGY STAR lists 3 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use AMST60DU1300A, DMVT60DP1300A, AMST60DU1300B.
      What refrigerant does the Daikin DH5SEA6010A use?
      It uses R-32.

      Running cost and savings

      Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

      Heat pump $2,033/yrYou save $907/yrSee details ↓
      1. Where you live
      Adjust heating and cooling hours

      Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

      2. The heat pump Daikin DH5SEA6010A
      3. What it replaces
      4. Price replace the example with your quote
      Heat pump, per year
      $2,033
      Current system, per year
      $2,939
      You save per year
      $907
      Payback
      23.7 years
      Net after 10 years
      -$12,435

      Cooling $1,254Heating $779Electricity used: 12,703 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $222

      Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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      Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of September 30, 2026. How we use the data.