Goal Zero Yeti 500vsGoal Zero Yeti 500X
Head-to-head comparison of scores, specs, and features.
Winner
Goal Zero Yeti 500
62.0Grade B
Price
$499.95
AC Power
500W
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
49.2Grade C+
Price
$499.95
AC Power
300W
Goal Zero Yeti 500wins by12.81points overall.
The Verdict
Overall take
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 500 if
- Better Fast Charging: Yes vs No
- Better Battery Lifespan Cycles: 4000 vs 500
- Better Warranty: 5 vs 2
Buy Goal Zero Yeti 500X if
- Better Energy Density Wh Per Kg: 85.0 vs 68.4
- Consider for different needs
- Consider for different needs
Top 3 Key Differences
Fast Charging
Yesvs No
Score: 100 vs 0
Battery Lifespan Cycles
4000vs 500
Score: 100 vs 30
Warranty
5vs 2
Score: 100 vs 51
Performance by Category
ChargingGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
Goal Zero Yeti 500
85.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
58.5
AC PowerGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
Goal Zero Yeti 500
58.1
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
53.8
ConnectivityTie
Goal Zero Yeti 500
75.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
75.0
PriceTie
Goal Zero Yeti 500
82.4
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
82.3
BatteryGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
Goal Zero Yeti 500
35.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
17.5
PhysicalGoal Zero Yeti 500X wins
Goal Zero Yeti 500
87.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
90.2
Advanced FeaturesTie
Goal Zero Yeti 500
50.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
50.0
WarrantyGoal Zero Yeti 500 wins
Goal Zero Yeti 500
100.0
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
51.0
Full Technical Specifications
| Feature | Goal Zero Yeti 500 | Goal Zero Yeti 500X |
|---|---|---|
| Charging | ||
| Ac Charge Speed | 84 | 600 |
| Charger Type | AC (fast and slow), Solar, Car (12V) | MPPT |
| Fast Charging | Yes | No |
| Max Solar Input | 200 | 150 |
| Pass Through Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Smart Charging | Yes | Yes |
| Solar Connector Type | 8mm | 8mm |
| Solar Panel Compatibility | Nomad 50, Nomad 100, Nomad 200, Boulder 50, Boulder 100, Boulder 200 | Goal Zero Nomad and Boulder panels |
| AC Power | ||
| Ac Output Amps | 4.17 A | 2.5 |
| Ac Power Continuous | 500 | 300 |
| Ac Power Surge | 1000 | 1200 |
| Ac Wave Quality | Pure Sine Wave | Pure Sine Wave |
| Connectivity | ||
| App Control | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes | Yes |
| Wifi Connectivity | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
| Price | ||
| Base Price | 499.95 | 499.95 |
| Bundle Price | 674.95 | $499.95 |
| Cost Per Wh | 1.00 | 1.006 |
| Price Description | From $499.95 | — |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Capacity Wh | 499.2 | 497 |
| Battery Lifespan Cycles | 4000 | 500 |
| Expandable Capacity | No | No |
| Max Extra Batteries | 0 | 0 |
| Product Info | ||
| Brand | Goal Zero | Goal Zero |
| Model Name | Yeti 500 | Yeti 500X |
| Product Url | https://goalzero.com/products/yeti-500-portable-power-station-lfp-battery | https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-500x-portable-power-station |
| DC Power | ||
| Dc Output | USB-A (x2): 18W total; USB-C PD: 100W, 5-20V DC; USB-C QC (x2): 30W each; 12V Aux Port: 162W, 13.5V DC, 12A continuous; 12V 6mm Port: 135W, 13.5V DC, 10A continuous | 12V/10A (120W) car port; 12V/10A (120W) 6mm port |
| Physical | ||
| Dimensions | 28.8 x 19.9 x 19.8 cm | 19.05 x 28.58 x 14.73 cm |
| Energy Density Wh Per Kg | 68.4 | 85.0 |
| Noise Level | 45 | 45 |
| Operating Temp | Charge: 0-52°C (32-125.6°F); Discharge: -20 to 60°C (-4 to 140°F) | 0-40 C |
| Portable | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs | 5.9 kg · 12.9 lbs |
| Advanced Features | ||
| Parallel Expansion | No | No |
| Ups Functionality | Yes | Yes |
| Ups Switch Time | — | — |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 | 2 |