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| Specification | Powermate PM3800 | Ryobi RYi2322E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3000 W | 1800 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 3800 W | 2300 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 57 dB |
| Weight | 96 lbs | Winner: Winner: 57 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 14 h | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | 10.3 h |
| Fuel tank | 5 gal | 1.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.8 x 18.1 x 19.1 | 25.1 x 13.3 x 18.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | No | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke. |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | 1800 W |
| Starting watts | 3800 W | 2300 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 | 14 h | 8 h |
| Run time @25% load | 21 h | 10.3 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Not available |
| UPC | 696471080339 | 46396019905 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 1800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3800 | 2300 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | 8 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | 10.3 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 79 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 / SAE 30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 21 | 10.3 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 14 | 8 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Digital |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery charger, and battery |
| Included Accessories | Oil | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery charger, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Part Number | P0081100 | RYi2322EVNM |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Powermate PM3800 is a durable and compact portable generator, ideal for home use and DIY projects. It features a Generac 212cc OHV engine, delivering 3800 starting watts and 3000 running watts. The generator offers a 21-hour runtime at 25% load, facilitated by a 5-gallon fuel tank. Its POWERDIAL™ simplifies the startup process with an integrated off/run/choke knob. | The Ryobi RYi2322E is a 2300-Watt Bluetooth Inverter Generator featuring an 18V ONE+ Electric Start, providing clean power suitable for sensitive electronics. |