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GE GSE23GGP series
23 cu ft · Side-by-Side refrigerator
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About the GE GSE23GGP series
The GE GSE23GGP series is a 23 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 615 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $112 a year, or $1,342 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 9% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (674 kWh a year), a saving of about $11 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 122 side-by-side models it ranks #49 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $426 in electricity over 12 years, though it may differ in size and features.
If you want the same type and a similar size for less to run, the Hamilton Beach HBF2064/HZ4602 uses 460 kWh a year and would save about $338 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker, door dispenser.
Cost to run where you live
615 kWh a year (ENERGY STAR test figure) × 18.19¢ per kWh, the average residential price in the U.S. for Jan–Aug 2026 (EIA). Your bill depends on your utility and how you use it.
Cheaper to run, same type and size
Or see every large (23 to 27 cu ft) model ranked.
| Hamilton Beach HBF2064/HZ4602 | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $338 |
| Hamilton Beach HBF2065-SSBLACK | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $338 |
| iceBerry LS-207BSSD | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $338 |
| iceBlue LS-207BSSD | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $338 |
Specs
| Brand | GE |
| Model | GSE23GGP**** |
| Type | Side-by-Side |
| Energy use | 615 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 674 kWh / year |
| Size | 23 cu ft |
| Width | 32.8 in |
| Features | Ice maker, Door dispenser |
| Height | 69.8 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | No |
Specs and energy use from the ENERGY STAR certified products list (U.S. EPA). An asterisk in a model number stands for colour or finish codes. HouseholdLeak is not affiliated with ENERGY STAR or the EPA.
Questions people ask
How much does the GE GSE23GGP series cost to run?
About $112 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 615 kWh a year. In a state with expensive power it can be much more; pick your state on this page to see your number.
How much will the GE GSE23GGP series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,342 over 12 years, a typical life for a refrigerator. Add that to the price you pay to get the true cost to own.
Is the GE GSE23GGP series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 9% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Hamilton Beach HBF2064/HZ4602 uses 460 kWh a year, about $338 less in electricity over 12 years.
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