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Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A
7.3 cu ft · Compact Refrigerator refrigerator
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About the Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A
The Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A is a 7.3 cu ft compact refrigerator refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 344 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $63 a year, or $751 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 11% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (385 kWh a year), a saving of about $7 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 1,440 compact refrigerator models it ranks #1322 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $520 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 Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM uses 167 kWh a year and would save about $386 over 12 years.
Cost to run where you live
344 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 compact (under 10 cu ft) model ranked.
| Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM | 8.3 cu ft | $30/yr | saves $386 |
| Frigidaire FFCS0762AW | 7.1 cu ft | $33/yr | saves $358 |
| Frigidaire EFRF7009-WHITE | 7 cu ft | $41/yr | saves $260 |
| Sub-Zero ID-36R | 6.6 cu ft | $42/yr | saves $249 |
Specs
| Brand | Professional Series |
| Model | PS-RF272-I6A |
| Type | Compact Refrigerator |
| Energy use | 344 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 385 kWh / year |
| Size | 7.3 cu ft |
| Width | 21.7 in |
| Height | 56.3 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | No |
| Compact | Yes |
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 Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A cost to run?
About $63 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 344 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 Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A cost in electricity over its life?
About $751 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 Professional Series PS-RF272-I6A energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 11% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Arctic King AU83ETWBR1RCM uses 167 kWh a year, about $386 less in electricity over 12 years.
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