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- Genmax GM6000XiE
- Ryobi RYi6522
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| Specification | Genmax GM6000XiE | Ryobi RYi6522 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | 5250 W | Winner: Winner: 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 6000 W | Winner: Winner: 6500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 70 dB | 72.3 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 106.9 lbs | 118 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 3.8 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 22.2 x 18.1 x 17.7 | 24.4 x 20.9 x 22.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | less than 3% % | 5 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 312 cc Dinking OHV 4-stroke | 298 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 1 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5250 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 6000 W | 6500 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 | 8.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 860012189717 | 46396052193 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5250 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6000 | 6500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 8.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 13 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 312 | 298 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W/30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 13 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 8.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, battery, wheel kit | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Genmax GM6000XiE is a 5250-watt inverter generator built around a 312cc OHV engine. It delivers 6000 watts at startup, enough to handle the initial surge of refrigerators, air compressors, and power tools. The inverter produces less than 3% THD, meaning laptops and phones charge safely. At 106.9 lbs with wheels included, it sits between grab-and-go portability and serious job-site power. | The Ryobi RYi6522 is a 6500-watt open frame inverter generator designed to provide reliable power for various applications, including RVs, home backup, and job sites. It features a 298cc OHV engine delivering 6500 starting watts and 5500 running watts, CO Detect carbon monoxide shutdown sensor for added safety, and Pure Sine Wave Technology to safely power sensitive electronics. |
- Most PowerfulRyobi RYi65225500W running
- QuietestGenmax GM6000XiE70 dB
- Longest RuntimeGenmax GM6000XiE9h at 50% load
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