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  • DuroMax XP4850HX
  • Honda EM5000SX
  • Model XP4850HX
    Model XP4850HX

    DuroMax 3,850W Dual-Fuel Generator

    3850W
    Running
    69 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model EM5000SX
    Model EM5000SX

    Honda 4,500W Gas Generator

    4500W
    Running
    63 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationDuroMax XP4850HXHonda EM5000SX
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Dual-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
3850 W
Winner: Winner: 4500 W
Starting watts
4850 W
Winner: Winner: 5000 W
Noise (lower limit)
69 dB
Winner: Winner: 63 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 126 lbs
226.4 lbs
Run time @50% load
10 h
Winner: Winner: 10.5 h
Run time @25% load
23 h
Not available—
Fuel tank
4 gal
6.2 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
23 x 25 x 22
41.1 x 27.8 x 28.3
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120
120/240
Voltage (DC)
5
12
GFCI outletsYesYes
Covered outletsNoYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
Honda iGX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
5 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3850 W
4500 W
Starting watts
4850 W
5000 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
10 h
10.5 h
Run time @25% load
23 h
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
3650 W
Not available—
Starting watts
4600 W
Not available—
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
9 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
18 h
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
false
Compliance
CARB, EPA
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Not available—
Not available—
UPC
811640016197
786102007412
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3850
4500
Running Watts (Propane)
3650
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
4850
5000
Starting Watts (Propane)
4600
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10
10.5
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
9
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
23
Not available—
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
18
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R)1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
Not available—
Engine Displacement
210
389
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Alternator Winding Material
Copper windings
Not available—
Engine Oil Type
10W-30
Not available—
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
23
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
10
10.5
Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane)
9
Not available—
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Mobility Components
Yes
Yes
Starting Components
battery
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit
Battery and wheel kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
5
3
Part Number
Not available—
EM5000SXK3AN
Additional specs
Summary
The DuroMax XP4850HX is a dual-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 3850 watts and a peak wattage of 4850 watts. It features both recoil and electric starting options.
The Honda EM5000SX is a 5000-watt 120/240V generator equipped with CO-MINDER™, providing 7,000 watts for 10 seconds to start larger equipment. It features a long run time of up to 10.5 hours, electric start, and Bluetooth® capability via the Honda My Generator app.
  • Most Powerful
    Honda EM5000SX
    4500W running
  • Quietest
    Honda EM5000SX
    63 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Honda EM5000SX
    10.5h at 50% load
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