Goal Zero Yeti 400 LithiumvsGoal Zero Yeti 500X
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
37.7Grade C
Price
$599.95
AC Power
300W
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
49.2Grade C+
Price
$499.95
AC Power
300W
Goal Zero Yeti 500Xwins by11.47points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium if
- Better Noise Level: 35 vs 45
- Better Ac Charge Speed: 420 vs 600
- Higher overall score
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 500X if
- Better App Control: Yes vs No
- Better Bluetooth: Yes vs No
- Better Smart Charging: Yes vs No
Top 3 Key Differences
App Control
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Bluetooth
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Smart Charging
Novs Yes
Score: 0 vs 100
Performance by Category
ChargingGoal Zero Yeti 500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
40.3
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
58.5
AC PowerTie
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
53.8
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
53.8
ConnectivityGoal Zero Yeti 500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
0.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
75.0
PriceGoal Zero Yeti 500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
72.2
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
82.3
BatteryTie
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
17.5
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
17.5
PhysicalTie
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
89.6
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
90.2
Advanced FeaturesGoal Zero Yeti 500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
0.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
50.0
WarrantyTie
Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium
51.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
51.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium | Goal Zero Yeti 500X |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 420 | 600 |
| Charger Type | PWM charge controller | MPPT |
| Fast Charging | No | No |
| Max Solar Input | 120 | 150 |
| Max Solar Panels | 1 | — |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | No | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | 8mm | 8mm |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | Goal Zero Boulder and Nomad panels | Goal Zero Nomad and Boulder panels |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 2.5A max | 2.5 |
| Ac Power Continuous | 300 | 300 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1200 | 1200 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | No | Yes |
| Bluetooth | No | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | No | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 599.95 | 499.95 |
| Bundle Price | — | $499.95 |
| Cost Per Wh | 1.40 | 1.006 |
| Price Description | Legacy product, no longer available. Last listed at $599.95. | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 428 | 497 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 500 | 500 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | No |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 0 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Goal Zero | Goal Zero |
| Model Name | Yeti 400 Lithium | Yeti 500X |
| Product Url | https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-400-lithium-portable-power-station | https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-500x-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | 12V car port (10A, 120W max); 6mm port 12V 10A 120W max | 12V/10A (120W) car port; 12V/10A (120W) 6mm port |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 19.0 x 28.6 x 17.7 cm | 19.05 x 28.58 x 14.73 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 57.8 | 85.0 |
| Noise Level | 35 | 45 |
| Operating Temp | 0-40 C | 0-40 C |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 7.4 kg · 16.3 lbs | 5.9 kg · 12.9 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | No | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 | 2 |