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GE Profile PZE24QYY series
23.5 cu ft · Side-by-Side refrigerator
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About the GE Profile PZE24QYY series
The GE Profile PZE24QYY series is a 23.5 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 655 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $119 a year, or $1,430 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 4% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (685 kWh a year), a saving of about $5 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 122 side-by-side models it ranks #76 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $513 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 $426 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker, door dispenser, counter depth.
Cost to run where you live
655 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 $426 |
| Hamilton Beach HBF2065-SSBLACK | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $426 |
| iceBerry LS-207BSSD | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $426 |
| iceBlue LS-207BSSD | 20.7 cu ft | $84/yr | saves $426 |
Specs
| Brand | GE Profile |
| Model | PZE24QYY**** |
| Type | Side-by-Side |
| Energy use | 655 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 685 kWh / year |
| Size | 23.5 cu ft |
| Width | 35.8 in |
| Features | Ice maker, Door dispenser, Counter depth |
| Height | 69.9 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 Profile PZE24QYY series cost to run?
About $119 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 655 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 Profile PZE24QYY series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,430 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 Profile PZE24QYY series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 4% 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 $426 less in electricity over 12 years.
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