The Samsung RF32CG5400SR is a 36-inch standard-depth French door refrigerator. It's one of Samsung's general consumer fridges, sitting below the higher-end models in Samsung's Bespoke lineup, like the Samsung Bespoke RF30BB6200QL, with a single evaporator to the latter's two. That said, it shares the 'All-Around Cooling' system found in those aforementioned models, which consists of a set of small vents around the refrigerator cabinet to promote air circulation and improve temperature consistency. Beyond that, there's the unusually high number of ice makers. Not only does it have a pair of ice makers in the freezer, but there's also a separate ice maker in the fridge cabinet with a combination in-door water and ice dispenser.
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Our Verdict
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR is good for everyday use. This fridge has a substantial footprint and won't fit in smaller kitchens. The flip side of this, naturally, is an impressive internal capacity that'll accommodate larger items fairly easily. That said, vertical space is a little limited, so you might have to lay taller bottles on their side to fit them in the main cabinet. Temperatures inside the fridge cabinet are relatively uniform, except for the door bins, which are quite a bit warmer and aren't suitable for more temperature-sensitive items. Beyond that, produce preservation performance is nothing special, with delicate greens being liable to begin wilting within the span of a week or so.
Temperatures in freezer are remarkably consistent.
Refrigerator cabinet temperatures are fairly uniform.
Deep main freezer bins.
Main fridge cabinet is deep and wide.
Door bins are substantially warmer than the rest of the cabinet.
Limited storage space in upper freezer shelf.
Produce drawers retain comparatively little moisture.
Ice maker takes up a lot of room in fridge cabinet and in one door.
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR has okay produce preservation performance. The main fridge cabinet is somewhat dry, and as a result, there's some humidity loss within the crisper drawers. As a result, delicate greens like spinach, lettuce, and celery lose their own moisture, causing them to begin wilting within the span of a week or so.
Produce drawers retain comparatively little moisture.
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR's refrigerator capacity is excellent. The fridge cabinet is wide and deep, allowing you to easily fit even larger items like casserole dishes without too much effort. There are a few downsides, though: the in-fridge ice maker takes up a lot of space in one corner of the cabinet, and the in-door ice and water dispenser cuts down on storage to the point where you can only fit cans and smaller condiment bottles within the left door.
Main fridge cabinet is deep and wide.
Ice maker takes up a lot of room in fridge cabinet and in one door.
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR delivers good freezer capacity. It has relatively big bins for storing large boxed items, but the pull-out shelf on top is short, and you won't really be able to stack shorter items like meal prep containers in there. However, removing the twin ice trays can free up a bit of extra space.
Deep main freezer bins.
Limited storage space in upper freezer shelf.
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR provides great temperature uniformity. Temperatures in the main refrigerator cabinet are within a couple of degrees: a pint of sour cream won't develop ice on one shelf and go off prematurely if you place it on another. That said, the door bins are an entirely different story, being drastically warmer than the rest of the space. As a result, you should only use the door bins for less temperature-sensitive items like drinks or some condiments. On the upside, temperatures inside the freezer are remarkably consistent, so you won't need to worry about items being freezer-burned on one shelf and soft if left on another.
Temperatures in freezer are remarkably consistent.
Refrigerator cabinet temperatures are fairly uniform.
Door bins are substantially warmer than the rest of the cabinet.
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR is a fantastic option for producing ice for a crowd. This fridge has three separate ice makers inside: one in the fridge that produces crescent-shaped ice and two in the freezer, one producing normal-sized cubes and the other making nugget ice. Provided your guests don't mind mixed-and-matched ice types, you'll be able to supply enough ice for drinks at a large barbecue, family gathering, or even a cocktail party.
Trio of ice makers yield high production rate and capacity.
Performance Usages
Changelog
- Updated Feb 26, 2026: Version 1.1 of our refrigerator test bench provides new information regarding authorized service provider coverage for different manufacturers, the availability of replacement parts, and operating noise. For a more detailed breakdown of the changes made, see our full changelog.
- Updated Oct 08, 2025: Review published.
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Differences Between Sizes And Variants
This fridge is available in two color variants, each with different model codes.
| Model Code | Color |
|---|---|
| RF32CG5400SR | Stainless Steel |
| RF32CG5400MT | Matte Black Steel |
We tested the Stainless Steel variant, and for those interested, here's the product label.
If you come across another variant of this fridge, let us know in the comments so that we can update our review.
Popular Refrigerator Comparisons
The Samsung RF32CG5400SR is a mid-range 36-inch French door fridge. It's a solid performer overall, with a fairly substantial interior capacity exceeding that of high-end 36-inch counter depth models like the Bosch 800 Series B36CT80SNS, even with its bulky in-fridge ice maker. It also offers generally good temperature consistency, except for its refrigerator door bins. Unfortunately, it's bested in most ways by another Samsung offering, the Samsung Bespoke RF30BB6200QL from the brand's higher-end Bespoke lineup. The latter fridge uses a dual evaporator design that noticeably extends the lifespan of delicate produce, and its door bin offset is less severe than it is on the RF32CG5400SR.
The Maytag MRFF4236RZ is a better-performing fridge than the Samsung RF32CG5400SR. The Maytag delivers superior temperature uniformity inside the fridge, although both units perform similarly in this regard within the freezer. Additionally, it does a significantly better job of keeping delicate produce crisp and fresh. That said, the Samsung has the edge in terms of overall capacity, with far more room in its freezer and fridge compartments than the Maytag.
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