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  • Genmax GM10500XiT
  • Powermate PM9400E
  • Model GM10500XiT
    Model GM10500XiT

    Genmax 7,800W Tri-Fuel Generator

    7800W
    Running
    74 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model PM9400E
    Model PM9400E

    Powermate 7,500W Gas Generator

    7500W
    Running
    0 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
SpecificationGenmax GM10500XiTPowermate PM9400E
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterYesNo
Parallel capableYesNo
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 7800 W
7500 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 10500 W
9400 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 74 dB
0 dB
Weight
Winner: Winner: 123.5 lbs
188 lbs
Run time @50% load
Not available—
Winner: Winner: 10 h
Run time @25% load
13.5 h
13 h
Fuel tank
5.8 gal
8 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
25.2 x 19.8 x 21.3
31 x 27 x 26.4
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120/240
Voltage (DC)
12
Not available—
GFCI outletsNoYes
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
≤3% %
Not available—
Engine
Engine
312 cc OHV 4-stroke
420 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric, Remote
Recoil, Electric
Warranty
Warranty
1 years
3 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
7800 W
7500 W
Starting watts
10500 W
9400 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
Not available—
10 h
Run time @25% load
13.5 h
13 h
Natural gasNot available—Not available—
Running watts
6250 W
Not available—
Starting watts
8500 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
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
7000 W
Not available—
Starting watts
8500 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
Not available—
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
true
false
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Floating
true
UPC
760790248388
696471077827
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
7800
7500
Running Watts (Propane)
7000
Not available—
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
6250
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
10500
9400
Starting Watts (Propane)
8500
Not available—
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
8500
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
10
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
13.5
13
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
60
Engine & construction
Engine Type
312 cc OHV 4-stroke
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
312
420
Engine Oil Type
SAE 10W/30
10W-30 / SAE 30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
13.5
13
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
Not available—
10
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionNoYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Not available—
Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit
Included Accessories
Funnel, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, cover, neutral bonding plug, battery, and wheel kit
Oil, battery charger, battery, and wheel kit
Additional specs
Summary
The Genmax GM10500XiT is a 7,800-watt tri-fuel inverter generator delivering whole-house backup power and jobsite capability. Its tri-fuel design runs on gasoline, propane, or natural gas, eliminating fuel sourcing constraints during emergencies. The inverter technology maintains THD at 3% or below, making it safe for laptops, medical devices, and smart TVs.
The Powermate PM9400E is a portable generator offering 9,400 starting watts and 7,500 running watts, equipped with a Generac 420cc OHV engine and an 8-gallon fuel tank, providing up to 13 hours of runtime at 25% load.
  • Most Powerful
    Genmax GM10500XiT
    7800W running
  • Quietest
    Genmax GM10500XiT
    74 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powermate PM9400E
    10h at 50% load
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