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| Specification | Ryobi RYi6522 | Westinghouse iGen5000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 3900 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6500 W | 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 72.3 dB | Winner: Winner: 52 dB |
| Weight | 118 lbs | Winner: Winner: 104.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 8.5 h | Winner: Winner: 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 18 h |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 24.4 x 20.9 x 22.5 | 24.5 x 17.5 x 20 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V 60 Hz |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 5 % | ≤ 3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 298 cc OHV 4-stroke | Westinghouse OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 3900 W |
| Starting watts | 6500 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 | 8.5 h | 15 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 18 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Floating |
| UPC | 46396052193 | 855464003902 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 3900 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 5000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 15 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 18 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x 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 | 298 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 18 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 8.5 | 15 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | No | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, key fob, battery charger, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | 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. | The Westinghouse iGen5000 is a gas-powered portable inverter generator delivering 5,000 peak watts and 3,900 running watts. It features a compact design with a telescoping handle and never-flat wheels for easy portability, making it suitable for recreational activities and emergency backup power. |