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| Specification | Genmax GM3500iAED | Ryobi RY904500 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 3200 W | Winner: Winner: 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 82 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 56.2 lbs | 115 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | 9 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.7 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20.9 x 12.2 x 19.7 | 24 x 26 x 20 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | ≤3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 145 cc OHV 4-stroke | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric, Remote | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3200 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | 4500 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 | 8 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2800 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 3100 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 | 16 h | 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 arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 713424639021 | 46396056023 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3200 | 3600 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 2800 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 3100 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 16 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 145 | 212 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, RV adapter, and battery | Oil and wheel kit |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Genmax GM3500iAED is a 3,200-watt dual-fuel inverter generator that runs on gasoline or propane. At 56.2 lbs, it handles essential household loads like refrigerators and small power tools while remaining portable enough for camping or job sites. The 62 dB noise level keeps it residential-friendly. | The Ryobi RY904500 is a 3600-watt portable gasoline generator, delivering 4500 starting watts. It features a 212cc OHV engine, a 4-gallon fuel tank providing up to 10 hours of runtime at 50% load, and is RV-ready with a 120V 30A RV outlet. |