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Café CVM517P2RS1 vs GE JNM3163DJBB

The Café adds sensor cooking and convection baking and air fry that the GE lacks.

Bottom line

The Café has the edge — it offers sensor cooking and convection baking that the GE doesn't.

Café CVM517P2RS1
Café
CVM517P2RS1
Large (Full-Size)
Wins 6 of 8
GE JNM3163DJBB
GE
JNM3163DJBB
Large (Full-Size)
Wins 2 of 8

Spec Comparison

Spec Café CVM517P2RS1 GE JNM3163DJBB
Wattage
Higher wattage cooks faster and more evenly.
950W 950W
Capacity
Larger capacity fits bigger dishes.
1.70 cu ft 1.60 cu ft
Width
Narrower fits tighter counter spaces.
29 7/8" 29 7/8"
Height
Shorter clears low cabinet clearances.
16 5/16" 16 1/2"
Depth
Shallower fits narrow shelves and counters.
17 15/16" 15 7/8"
Turntable
Larger turntable fits bigger plates.
13 1/2" 12 1/2"
Sensor Cooking
Auto-adjusts time based on steam — no guessing.
Yes No
Inverter
True variable power for better defrost and reheating.
No No
Convection Yes No
Air Fry Yes No
WiFi / Smart No No
Amperage
Lower draw works on shared circuits.
14.5A

✓ indicates the better value for that spec. Ties not marked.

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