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- A-iPower GXS1500i
- Genmax GM1600iBC
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| Specification | A-iPower GXS1500i | Genmax GM1600iBC |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 1200 W | Winner: Winner: 1200 W |
| Starting watts | 1500 W | Winner: Winner: 1600 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 52 dB | 58 dB |
| Weight | 26.4 lbs | Winner: Winner: 25.4 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 6 h | Winner: Winner: 6.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 10 h |
| Fuel tank | 0.7 gal | 0.66 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 18.3 x 11.2 x 17.5 | 17.1 x 9.6 x 15.7 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | ≤3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 60 cc OHV 4-stroke | 57 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 1200 W | 1200 W |
| Starting watts | 1500 W | 1600 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 6 h | 6.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 850016881434 | 860008811851 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 1200 | 1200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 1500 | 1600 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | 6.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 60 cc OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 60 | 57 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | SAE 10W/30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 6 | 6.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and parallel cables | Oil, funnel, and tool kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower GXS1500i is a 1200-watt gasoline generator built for users who need portable power without the bulk. At 1500 peak watts, it can start larger appliances like refrigerators and air compressors, then sustain 1200 watts of continuous output for laptops, power tools, and household devices. The inverter technology means sensitive electronics stay safe. This is grab-and-go power for camping, tailgating, job sites, and emergency backup, not a whole-home solution.
The 0.7-gallon fuel tank delivers 8 hours at light load or 6 hours at half load before refueling. At 52 decibels, it runs quiet enough for residential neighborhoods and campsites without disturbing neighbors. The recoil start is simple and reliable. Parallel capability lets users chain two units together for double the power when a single 1200 watts falls short. | The Genmax GM1600iBC is a 1,200-watt inverter generator built for light-duty portable use. With 1,200 running watts and 1,600 starting watts on gasoline, this unit powers a phone charger, laptop, small fan, and LED lights simultaneously, but will not run a full-size refrigerator or window air conditioner. Think of it as a power source for a single campsite, tailgate setup, or small emergency kit rather than a whole-house backup or job site workhorse. |
- Most PowerfulA-iPower GXS1500i1200W running
- QuietestA-iPower GXS1500i52 dB
- Longest RuntimeGenmax GM1600iBC6.5h at 50% load
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