
Samsung RS70H27SDRAA dimensions and required opening
36-inch classSide-by-sideStandard-depth
Checked against Samsung's documents, Oct 29, 2026
The opening it needs
Includes the gaps Samsung asks for.
- 35⅞ in wide, but needs 36⅝ in with the side gaps
- The hinges make it 70 1/16 in tall, not 68⅝ in
- 33½ in deep with handles: sticks out past counters
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All measurements
Where each number comes from →The fridge itself
| Width | 35⅞″91.1 cm |
|---|---|
| Height to top of case | 68⅝″174 cm |
| Height to top of hinges | 70 1/16″178 cm |
| Depth, case only | 29 5/16″74.5 cm |
| Depth with doors, no handlescalculated | 33½″85.1 cm |
| Depth with handles | 33½″85.1 cm |
Gaps Samsung asks for
| Each side | ⅜″1.0 cm |
|---|---|
| Above | ⅜″1.0 cm |
| Behind | 2″5.1 cm |
| Hinge side, next to a wall (doors to 90°) | Not published |
| Hinge side, door fully open | Not published |
With the doors open
| From the back wall to the front of the open doors (90°) | 51 5/16″130 cm |
|---|
calculated = worked out from Samsung's figures · Sources for every number · Report a wrong number
What owners say
Owners say the fridge is roomy, looks great, and makes sphere-shaped ice. They also mention that the finish resists fingerprints and that the app can adjust the temperature. Some owners say the dispenser lacks a light, while others report that the surface shows fingerprints. Owners praise the fridge for keeping food cold and fresh.
Customers liked
From Home Depot, Lowe's and Best Buy reviews, last 2 years. (Number) = owners who said it.
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How we checked
Most sizes and gaps come from Samsung's documents for this model. Not checked: delivery path, plumbing and power.
Every number with its source · How we verify · Why hinge height matters
Confirm current manufacturer specifications and installation requirements before purchase or installation. ExactFit does not evaluate every delivery-path, plumbing, electrical, trim, floor, or door-swing condition.