Side-by-side fit comparison
Fisher & Paykel vs CHiQ fridges
Compare Fisher & Paykel vs CHiQ fridges across width, height, depth, clearance, energy and verified evidence before choosing an appliance for an Australian cavity.
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| Metric |
Fisher & Paykel
RF500QNUX1
Fisher & Paykel Fridge
Score pending
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CHiQ
CSS556NBD4E
CHiQ Fridge
Score pending
|
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Width Side space reserved for ventilation and door movement. Width clearance is counted on both sides. | 790 mmBest | 912 mm |
| Height Top air gap above the appliance. This is usually for heat escape and installation tolerance. | 1790 mm | 1770 mmBest |
| Depth Rear gap behind the appliance for ventilation, hoses, plugs, and wall unevenness. | 692 mmBest | 704 mm |
| Clearance Required | ||
| Practical side FitAppliance default buffer for real-world measuring error before manufacturer notes are checked. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Practical top FitAppliance default buffer for real-world measuring error before manufacturer notes are checked. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Practical rear Rear gap behind the appliance for ventilation, hoses, plugs, and wall unevenness. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Manufacturer side Brand or manual guidance for ventilation. Always check the installation manual before ordering. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Manufacturer top Brand or manual guidance for ventilation. Always check the installation manual before ordering. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Manufacturer rear Brand or manual guidance for ventilation. Always check the installation manual before ordering. | Not captured | Not captured |
| Energy | ||
| Energy stars | 5★ GEMS | 5★ GEMS |
| Annual energy | 340 kWh/yearBest | 385 kWh/year |
| Capacity | 0 L | 0 L |
| Door & Access | ||
| Door swing / 90° depth The estimated space a door needs to open without hitting a wall, bench, or adjacent cabinet. | 0 mm | 0 mm |
| Doorway estimate The estimated space a door needs to open without hitting a wall, bench, or adjacent cabinet. | 742 mmBest | 754 mm |
| Turn path estimate The estimated space a door needs to open without hitting a wall, bench, or adjacent cabinet. | 790 mmBest | 912 mm |
| Verification | ||
| Evidence | Official PDF | Official PDF |
| Retailer links | 1 verified link | 1 verified link |
| Fit score A 0-100 size-margin score based on appliance, clearance, and cavity dimensions. It is not an installation verdict; read the evidence status beside it. | 0/100 | 0/100 |
Retailer pages to verify current availability
Use these direct retailer pages as the next step after checking dimensions. Prices and stock can change.
Check Fisher & Paykel RF500QNUX1 at The Good Guys → Check CHiQ CSS556NBD4E at The Good Guys →
How to use this comparison
Start with the dimensions and clearance rows, then check access, energy, and evidence status. A lower clearance requirement is easier to fit; a higher Fit Score is better only when a cavity has been entered.