Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 vs Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA: which one suits you?

The two differ in 9 of the specs we have recorded, and the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA is cheaper by SAR 93 (prices checked 5 Nov 2026).

Which one should you choose?

  • Lower annual energy use: 330 kWh vs 493 kWh
  • Higher warranty: 10 years vs 2 years
  • Paying less: cheaper by SAR 93
  • Larger freezer capacity: 201 L vs 144 L
  • Larger total capacity: 586 L vs 549 L · slight difference
  • Lighter (86 kg vs 98 kg) · slight difference

The deciding difference here: freezer capacity and annual energy use and price.

Compares recorded specs; a missing spec does not mean the feature is absent.

Key differences

  • Total capacity

    549 L✓ 586 L
  • Fresh-food capacity

    405 L388 L
  • Freezer capacity

    144 L✓ 201 L

Specifications side by side

17 of 17 specs

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Spec
HitachiSAR 3,292
Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 specs
PanasonicSAR 3,199
Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA specs
Reference priceSAR 3,292SAR 3,199
Total capacity549 L✓ 586 L
ConfigurationTop freezerSide by side
Dimensions85.5×74×183.5 cm69×91×175.5 cm
Inverter compressorYesYes

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Direct comparison questions

What is the difference in total capacity between the Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 and the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA?

Total capacity is higher on the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA: 586 L vs 549 L on the Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1. If this spec is your priority, the difference favours it.

What is the difference in configuration between the Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 and the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA?

Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1: Top freezer; Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA: Side by side. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.

What is the difference in inverter compressor between the Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 and the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA?

No difference here: inverter compressor is Yes on both.

What is the difference in dimensions between the Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1 and the Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA?

Hitachi R-V700PS7K-1: 85.5×74×183.5 cm; Panasonic NR-BS780MSSA: 69×91×175.5 cm. This is a spec difference, not a verdict that one is better overall.