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| Specification | DuroMax XP5500HX | Honda EM5000SX |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 69 dB | Winner: Winner: 63 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 128 lbs | 226.4 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 6.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23 x 25 x 22 | 41.1 x 27.8 x 28.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| 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 | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4500 W | 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 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 | 9 h | 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4275 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 5225 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 | 8 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 15 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 arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 811640016203 | 786102007412 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 4275 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 5225 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 10.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 15 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 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 | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 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) | 19 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 10.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Not available | 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 XP5500HX is a 4,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for homeowners, job sites, and outdoor events. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 5,500 peak watts at startup, enough to power refrigerators, air conditioning units, power tools, and multiple devices simultaneously. The dual-fuel design eliminates fuel sourcing constraints. At 25% load on gasoline, the unit runs for 19 hours before refueling, stretching a single tank across an entire workday or overnight camping trip. This runtime advantage makes it practical for extended outages or remote projects where frequent refueling would interrupt operations. | 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. |
