The XP Score is a single 0–100 number that reflects a product's real-world value — combining lab test results, spec analysis, price-to-performance ratio, and long-term ownership costs.
The XP Score is not a popularity score, a brand rating, or a review count average. It is a performance-based composite score built from objective measurements and verified specifications. A product with an XP Score of 90 genuinely outperforms one with a score of 70 on the dimensions that matter most to real users.
Each product is scored across six categories. Category weights vary by product type — a noise score matters more for an AC than a laptop.
| Category | What it measures | Max points |
|---|---|---|
| Cooling / Core Performance | Primary function speed, capacity, and output quality | 100 |
| Power Efficiency | Energy star ratings, ISEER, measured power draw | 20 |
| Noise | Indoor and outdoor decibel levels across operating modes | 10 |
| Build Quality | Material finish, durability, unit construction | 20 |
| Features & Usability | Smart connectivity, convenience features, ease of use | 10 |
| Maintenance | Warranty terms, annual AMC cost, serviceability | 10 |
Within each category, individual metrics are normalised against the best-in-class value in that product segment. A product that achieves the fastest cooling time in its category earns a perfect score on that metric; others are proportionally scored below it.
The final XP Score is a weighted sum of all category scores, rounded to the nearest integer. Scores are recalculated whenever:
Every score change is logged with a timestamp and reason. If you notice a product's score has changed since you last visited, hover over the XP badge on the product page to see the last update date. Historical scores are available on request for research purposes.
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