Samsung French Door Refrigerators: Sizes and Features
Samsung French door refrigerators range from counter-depth models to 4-door layouts. Compare widths, depths, capacities and dispensers before you plan the opening.
Samsung French door refrigerators share a familiar layout, with two fresh-food doors above a freezer drawer, but they are not all built the same. Depth, capacity, dispensers and the number of doors change from one model to the next.
This guide compares five models from the current lineup so you can sort them by fit first and features second. For more on the brand's designer line, see our guide to Samsung Bespoke refrigerators, or browse all French door refrigerators.
- All five models here are about 36 inches wide, so depth and capacity are the real differences.
- The RF27CG5100SR and RF23DB9700QL are the shallower, counter-depth choices; the others stand farther out.
- Dispensers vary: two models have an external water and ice dispenser, two have an internal water dispenser only, and one has no water dispenser.
- Three models use a 4-door layout with an extra flex section: the RF28R7201SR, RF70F29DER and RF23DB9700QL.
- Check each product page for the exact opening and clearance before you order.
Our top picks at a glance
Compare them side by side4-Door Pick: Samsung RF28R7201SR
Samsung RF28R7201SR 36 inch Smart 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with 28 cu. ft. Total Capacity, FlexZone Drawer, Wi-Fi Connectivity and LED Lighting in Stainless Steel
The RF28R7201SR is a 7000 Series 4-door French door refrigerator with 28 cu. ft. of total capacity. It has a FlexZone drawer, LED lighting and Wi-Fi connectivity, plus an external water and ice dispenser that offers cube and crushed ice. It is 35 3/4" wide, 36 1/2" deep and 70" tall, so it needs more room in front of the cabinets than the counter-depth models.
- 4-door layout with a FlexZone drawer
- External water and ice dispenser
- Wi-Fi connectivity
- Deepest model in this group
- Needs more clearance than a counter-depth model
Counter-Depth Pick: Samsung RF27CG5100SR
Samsung RF27CG5100SR 36 inch Smart Counter Depth Smart French Door Refrigerator with 26.5 cu. ft. Total Capacity, LED Lighting, Gallon Door Bin and Dual Auto Ice Maker in Stainless Steel
The RF27CG5100SR is a counter-depth French door refrigerator with 26.5 cu. ft. of total capacity. It adds LED lighting, a gallon door bin and a dual auto ice maker that makes cube and nugget ice. At 31 3/4" deep it sits closer to the cabinet line than the standard models, though it has no water dispenser or ice dispenser.
- Counter-depth profile
- Dual auto ice maker with cube and nugget ice
- Gallon door bin
- No water dispenser
- No ice dispenser
Bespoke 4-Door Pick: Samsung RF70F29DER
Samsung RF70F29DER Bespoke 36 inch Smart 4-Door French Door Refrigerator with 28.9 cu. ft. Capacity, Beverage Center and FlexZone Drawer in Stainless Steel
The RF70F29DER is a Bespoke 4-door French door refrigerator with 28.9 cu. ft. of capacity, the most in this group. It has a Beverage Center and a FlexZone drawer, with an internal water dispenser and an ice maker but no ice dispenser. It is 35 3/4" wide, 34 1/4" deep and 70" tall.
- Highest capacity of the five
- Beverage Center and FlexZone drawer
- Internal water dispenser
- No ice dispenser
- Deeper than the counter-depth models
Family Hub Pick: Samsung RF27CG5900SR
Samsung RF27CG5900SR 36 inch Smart French Door Refrigerator with 25 cu. ft. Total Capacity, Family Hub, Four Ice Types and External Filtered Water and Ice Dispenser in Stainless Steel
The RF27CG5900SR is a smart French door refrigerator with 25 cu. ft. of total capacity and Family Hub. It offers four ice types and an external filtered water and ice dispenser, with spill-proof glass shelves. The page lists it at 35 3/4" wide, 31 3/4" deep and 70" tall, the same depth as the RF27CG5100SR.
- Family Hub
- External filtered water and ice dispenser
- Four ice types
- Capacity is lower than the RF27CG5100SR
Bespoke Pick: Samsung RF23DB9700QL
Samsung RF23DB9700QL 36 inch Bespoke Counter Depth 4-Door Flex Refrigerator with 22.5 cu. ft. Capacity, Beverage Zone, Auto Open Door and Dual Ice Maker in Fingerprint Resistant Stainless Steel
The RF23DB9700QL is a Bespoke counter-depth 4-door Flex refrigerator with 22.5 cu. ft. of capacity. It includes a Beverage Zone, an auto open door and a dual ice maker that makes cube and nugget ice. It is the shallowest model here at 28 3/4" deep, and also the tallest at 73", with an internal water dispenser and no ice dispenser.
- Shallowest depth in the group
- Beverage Zone and auto open door
- Dual ice maker
- Lowest capacity of the five
- Taller than the other models
Samsung French door comparison
7000 Series 4-Door | Counter-Depth 26.5 cu. ft. | Bespoke 4-Door | Family Hub 25 cu. ft. | Bespoke Counter-Depth | |
| Model | RF28R7201SR | RF27CG5100SR | RF70F29DER | RF27CG5900SR | RF23DB9700QL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,895 | $1,975 | $2,695 | $3,095 | $3,595 |
| Width | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 3/4" | 35 7/8" |
| Depth | 36 1/2" | 31 3/4" | 34 1/4" | 31 3/4" | 28 3/4" |
| Height | 70" | 70" | 70" | 70" | 73" |
| Capacity | 28 cu. ft. | 26.5 cu. ft. | 28.9 cu. ft. | 25 cu. ft. | 22.5 cu. ft. |
| Water Dispenser | External | Not included | Internal | External | Internal |
| Ice Dispenser |  | Not included | Not included | | Not included |
| Ice Maker | | | | | |
| Ice Type | Cube and Crushed | Cube and Nugget | Not listed | Four types | Cube and Nugget |
| View | View | View | View | View |
Counter-depth or standard depth?
Standard-depth French door refrigerators usually offer more capacity, but they stand out past the cabinets. Counter-depth models sit closer to the cabinet line and look more built in, with a smaller interior.
In this group the RF27CG5100SR and RF27CG5900SR are 31 3/4" deep, and the RF23DB9700QL is 28 3/4" deep. The RF70F29DER is 34 1/4" deep and the RF28R7201SR is 36 1/2" deep. For a closer look at the difference, see our counter-depth refrigerator guide.
Dispensers and ice
A door dispenser is convenient, but it takes interior space. The RF28R7201SR and RF27CG5900SR have an external water and ice dispenser. The RF70F29DER and RF23DB9700QL have an internal water dispenser, and the RF27CG5100SR has an ice maker without a water dispenser.
Ice type also varies. Some models make cube and nugget ice, one makes cube and crushed ice, and one lists four ice types. Confirm the ice type on the product page if it matters to you.
What to measure first
Measure the width, height and depth of the opening, then the path through the home, including doorways and turns. Leave space for the doors to swing open and for ventilation.
- Opening width and height, plus the depth of the cabinets beside it.
- Door swing and clearance on the hinge side.
- A water line if you want a dispenser or an ice maker.
- The route from the entry door to the kitchen.
How to choose a Samsung French door refrigerator
- 01
Set the depthDecide whether you want a counter-depth look or the extra capacity of a standard-depth model.
- 02
Check capacityCompare total capacity across the models and match it to how many people you shop for.
- 03
Pick a dispenserChoose an external dispenser, an internal water dispenser, or an ice maker only.
- 04
Choose a layoutDecide between the standard two-door layout and a 4-door model with a flex section.
- 05
Confirm the fitOpen the product page and check dimensions against your opening before you order.
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Shop French door refrigeratorsFrequently Asked Questions
Are Samsung French door refrigerators available in counter-depth?
Yes. In this guide the RF27CG5100SR and RF23DB9700QL are counter-depth models, and the RF27CG5900SR matches the RF27CG5100SR depth at 31 3/4".
Which model has the most capacity?
The RF70F29DER lists 28.9 cu. ft. of capacity, the most of the five models in this guide.
Which models have an external water and ice dispenser?
The RF28R7201SR and RF27CG5900SR have an external water and ice dispenser.
What is a 4-door French door refrigerator?
It adds a flex drawer or section between the fresh-food doors and the freezer, so you can store drinks, produce or meal prep separately. The RF28R7201SR, RF70F29DER and RF23DB9700QL use this layout.
Do these refrigerators have Wi-Fi?
The RF28R7201SR lists Wi-Fi connectivity and the RF27CG5900SR includes Family Hub. Check each product page for connected features before you buy.
