The annual operating cost of a modern fridge is about $60.
Without knowing all the specifics, the $900 premium probably has a 25 year payback plan in terms of potential operating cost savings between the two models.
I would choose the one that suits your tastes and budget. The majority of the "Energy Star" rated electronics and appliances are just marketing hype more than anything else. The Energy Star rating is not really all that specific, nor is it a guarantee that one unit will be cheaper to operate than a non-Energy Star unit.
Both units should have a label that gives you the estimated annual operating costs. Divide the difference into $900 and see what the payback time is.
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