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Samsung MG11T5018CC 1.1-cu.-ft. Charcoal Countertop Grill Microwave

Charcoal 1.1-cu.-ft. microwave with a separate PowerGrill element. A closer look at the benefits, the limitations, and the alternatives.

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Our take

Samsung MG11T5018CC is a charcoal 1.1-cu.-ft. countertop microwave with 1,000-W microwave output, a separate PowerGrill element and documented 120-V/60-Hz supply.

Consider it for

Choose the charcoal MG11T5018CC when the separate grill element and compact 1.1-cu.-ft. footprint matter. If you will use only microwave heating, compare a simpler model with similar capacity; if sensor cooking or a larger cavity is essential, use a model whose exact documentation supports those needs..

Look elsewhere if

Choose another model if you need verified sensor cooking, a documented trim kit, a numeric tray-size guarantee, or a microwave without a grill element.

Pros & cons

What could work for you, and what to consider before buying.

What works in its favor

  • The exact sheet documents a charcoal 1.1-cu.-ft. countertop model and 120-V/60-Hz supply.
  • Microwave output, PowerGrill rating and microwave consumption are separately stated.
  • Ten power levels, auto cook/defrost, touch controls and ceramic-enamel interior are listed.

What to weigh up

  • The sheet does not give a numeric turntable diameter.
  • Sensor cooking and an approved exact-model trim kit are not established.
  • The historical ASIN does not verify a current exact product offer.

The key details

Published product specifications
Model coveredMG11T5018CC
Capacity1.1 cu. ft. cavity with turntable; exact tray diameter is not listed
Microwave output1,000-W microwave output; PowerGrill is separately rated at 1,300 W
Cooking approachTen power levels, auto cook/defrost, touch controls and grilling element
Installation optionsCharcoal MG11T5018CC variant; no exact compatible trim kit is established
Finish and turntable120-V/60-Hz supply; 1,600-W microwave electrical consumption is separate from output

Performance figures are manufacturer claims. Source checked October 11, 2026. Regional models and included accessories can differ.

What the features mean for you

Start with the 1.1-cu.-ft. cavity

Samsung lists a 1.1-cu.-ft. oven cavity and a turntable for the MG11T5018CC. That volume is a practical comparison point for dishes and leftovers, but it does not tell you the diameter of the plate that can rotate inside. The specification sheet gives cavity dimensions, not a turntable measurement. Check the actual tray and your widest routine dish before buying. This model is substantially more compact by stated capacity than 1.6-cu.-ft. choices, while a larger cavity may be more flexible for broad containers. Do not infer dish fit from volume alone.

Keep microwave and grill ratings separate

The U.S. specification sheet lists 1,000 W of microwave output, a separate 1,300-W PowerGrill rating and 1,600 W of microwave power consumption. These figures describe different functions or electrical quantities, so they should not be collapsed into a single wattage claim. The model's power source is 120 V/60 Hz. The separate element gives a buyer an additional documented cooking approach to consider, but it does not prove a particular browning result or measured speed. Confirm your installation circuit against the exact unit documentation and nameplate rather than using output as a proxy for electrical draw.

Use the listed controls without assuming sensing

Samsung lists ten power levels, auto cook, auto defrost, dessert and popcorn functions, and touch controls. Those named programs can reduce manual entry for selected tasks, while the power levels provide explicit settings for other foods. The specification sheet does not label the model as sensor cooking, so an auto program should not be treated as proof of humidity sensing. If a sensor requirement changes your candidate set, this profile leaves that field unknown and does not count the model as a confirmed sensor match. Compare its actual documented controls with the preset routine you expect to use.

Consider the grill and interior as specific features

The sheet describes a grilling element and a ceramic plate, and it identifies a ceramic-enamel interior as a cleanable surface. Those features can matter if you want a second documented heating method and a hard interior rather than a plain basic cavity. They do not establish a convection oven, an approved cabinet trim route or a particular cleaning outcome. The specification also does not name a compatible trim kit for MG11T5018CC. Treat this as a countertop appliance unless Samsung supplies exact installation instructions for another configuration, and keep separate use cases distinct when comparing it with microwave-only models.

Retain the charcoal CC suffix

Samsung's sheet maps MG11T5018CC to charcoal and the neighboring MG11T5018CW code to white. Keep the CC suffix intact when checking a model label or seller description; a shared MG11T5018 family name does not make the colors interchangeable. The sheet's exact code supports the electrical and feature claims used here, while the historical marketplace ASIN could not be rechecked as a current exact offer. The buyer link therefore searches for MG11T5018CC rather than sending you to an unverified product page. Verify the complete model and included accessories on any seller listing.

Choose it when the grill has a real role

MG11T5018CC is most relevant when a charcoal finish, 1.1-cu.-ft. cavity and separate PowerGrill function all suit your counter and cooking routine. Haier HMC1120BEWW offers a similar stated cavity and output with six presets but no documented grill; a 1.6-cu.-ft. sensor microwave serves a different need if capacity and sensing matter more. The Samsung sheet provides the key ratings but not a turntable diameter, sensor claim or trim-kit path. Skip the grill premium in your decision if you will not use that function, and compare exact sources for every installation requirement.

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Before you buy

What is the microwave output?

Samsung lists 1,000 W microwave output. PowerGrill is listed separately at 1,300 W, while microwave power consumption is 1,600 W.

What color does MG11T5018CC identify?

Samsung maps the CC suffix to charcoal; MG11T5018CW is the separate white code.

Does auto cook mean sensor cooking?

The sheet lists auto-cook programs but does not establish sensor cooking.

What is its electrical supply?

The exact sheet lists 120 V/60 Hz; check the unit nameplate and circuit instructions before connection.

Is a trim kit documented?

No exact MG11T5018CC compatible trim kit was established in the reviewed sheet.

Does the historical ASIN prove a current listing?

No. The tagged link searches the exact charcoal model code.

Where can I check the current price?

Use the Amazon link for current offers. Check the exact model, seller, product condition, delivery, and return terms. This page does not display a live price or confirm stock.

Sources & review basis

We use the following manufacturer documentation for the product features above. Our suitability notes and buying advice are editorial judgments based on those features, not measured performance results.

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The decision

Samsung MG11T5018CC is a charcoal 1.1-cu.-ft. countertop microwave with 1,000-W microwave output, a separate PowerGrill element and documented 120-V/60-Hz supply.

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