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VIKING FDSB5483 series
29.1 cu ft · Side-by-Side refrigerator
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About the VIKING FDSB5483 series
The VIKING FDSB5483 series is a 29.1 cu ft side-by-side refrigerator certified by ENERGY STAR. Its official test figure is 715 kWh of electricity a year, which at the U.S. average price of 18.19¢ per kWh comes to $130 a year, or $1,561 over a typical 12-year life.
That is 12% less energy than the federal maximum for this type of fridge (812 kWh a year), a saving of about $18 a year compared with a model that only just meets the standard.
Among 122 side-by-side models it ranks #95 for running cost. The cheapest model of this type would save $644 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 Frigidaire FRSN2610A series uses 524 kWh a year and would save about $417 over 12 years.
Listed features: ice maker, counter depth.
Cost to run where you live
715 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 extra large (27 cu ft and up) model ranked.
| Frigidaire FRSN2610A series | 26.4 cu ft | $95/yr | saves $417 |
| Samsung RS27T5202 series | 27.4 cu ft | $99/yr | saves $369 |
| Frigidaire GRSN2620A series | 26 cu ft | $110/yr | saves $240 |
| KitchenAid KRSF505 series | 24.8 cu ft | $111/yr | saves $229 |
Specs
| Brand | VIKING |
| Model | FDSB5483***** |
| Type | Side-by-Side |
| Energy use | 715 kWh / year |
| Federal maximum for this type | 812 kWh / year |
| Size | 29.1 cu ft |
| Width | 48 in |
| Features | Ice maker, Counter depth |
| Height | 84 in |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Built-in | Yes |
| 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 VIKING FDSB5483 series cost to run?
About $130 a year at the U.S. average electricity price (18.19¢/kWh), based on its ENERGY STAR rating of 715 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 VIKING FDSB5483 series cost in electricity over its life?
About $1,561 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 VIKING FDSB5483 series energy efficient?
Yes. It is ENERGY STAR certified and uses 12% less energy than the federal maximum for its type.
Is there a cheaper fridge to run of the same type and size?
Yes. The Frigidaire FRSN2610A series uses 524 kWh a year, about $417 less in electricity over 12 years.
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