
Performance Matrix
Battery
1516Wh
AC Output
2000W
Solar Input
600W
Weight
20.7 kg· 45.6 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—
Real-World Runtime Estimates
Pick an activity to see how long Goal Zero Yeti 1500X powers a typical loadout.
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55" TV (120W)10.7 hours
PA Speaker (150W)8.6 hours
Mini Fridge (60W)· 35% duty61.4 hours
Blender (500W)2.6 hours
Phone Charger (20W)64.4 hours
Runtimes are estimates. Fridges, AC units, humidifiers and similar devices are modeled with realistic duty cycles so numbers reflect average draw, not peak wattage.
Tailgating runtime estimates
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
- PA Speaker (150W): 8.6 hours
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- Blender (500W): 2.6 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Van Life runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
- LED Lantern (10W): 128 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Portable Fan (40W): 32.2 hours
Overlanding runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
Outdoor Events runtime estimates
- PA Speaker (150W): 8.6 hours
- Stage Light (200W): 6.4 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Remote Work runtime estimates
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- 27" Monitor (40W): 32.2 hours
- Router + Modem (30W): 43.0 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- Desk Lamp (10W): 128 hours
RV Life runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
- Coffee Maker (800W): 1.6 hours
Boats & Marine runtime estimates
- Fish Finder (5W): 257 hours
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- LED Lantern (10W): 128 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
Apartment Dweller runtime estimates
- Router + Modem (30W): 43.0 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
Photography & Video runtime estimates
- Camera Battery Charger (30W): 43.0 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- Drone Charger (70W): 18.4 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- 27" Monitor (40W): 32.2 hours
Camping runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- LED Lantern (10W): 128 hours
- Portable Fan (40W): 32.2 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
CPAP & Medical runtime estimates
- CPAP Machine (40W): 35.8 hours
- Humidifier (30W): 107 hours
- Nebulizer (100W): 12.9 hours
- Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 4.1 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Home Backup runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- Router + Modem (30W): 43.0 hours
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Job Sites runtime estimates
- Circular Saw (1800W): 0.7 hours
- Corded Drill (700W): 1.8 hours
- Air Compressor (1000W): 3.2 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Ice Fishing runtime estimates
- Electric Ice Auger (500W): 2.6 hours
- Fish Finder (5W): 257 hours
- Space Heater (750W): 2.9 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- LED Lantern (10W): 128 hours
Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- CPAP Machine (40W): 35.8 hours
- Router + Modem (30W): 43.0 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
Budget Camping runtime estimates
- Phone Charger (20W): 64.4 hours
- LED Lantern (10W): 128 hours
- Portable Fan (40W): 32.2 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
Solar Setup runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
Off-Grid Living runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- Laptop (65W): 19.8 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
- 12V Water Pump (100W): 43.0 hours
- Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.7 hours
Food Trucks runtime estimates
- Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.7 hours
- Blender (500W): 2.6 hours
- Portable Freezer (120W): 30.7 hours
- Coffee Maker (800W): 1.6 hours
- LED Light Panel (100W): 12.9 hours
Whole Home Backup runtime estimates
- Mini Fridge (60W): 61.4 hours
- Portable Freezer (120W): 30.7 hours
- Router + Modem (30W): 43.0 hours
- 55" TV (120W): 10.7 hours
- Space Heater (750W): 2.9 hours
Pros
- Strong Noise Level: None
- Strong Portable: Yes
- Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
- Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes
- Strong Smart Charging: Yes
Cons
- Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
- Low Ac Charge Speed: 840
- Low Warranty: 2
Best For
Not Recommended
Off-Grid LivingFood TrucksWhole Home Backup
Technical Score Breakdown
AC Power93.3
Charging82.8
Connectivity75
Warranty51
Physical87.8
Price77.6
Battery56.8
Advanced Features50
Capacity Position
Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
90 Wh1,516 Wh6,144 Wh
Technical Specifications
Product Info
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-1500x-portable-power-station
Model Name
Yeti 1500X
Brand
Goal Zero
Price
Bundle Price
1424.89
Price Description
Yeti 1500X + Boulder 100 BC Solar Generator bundle $1,424.89
Extra Battery Cost
1,299.85
Base Price
1124.89
Cost Per Wh
0.742
Physical
Dimensions
38.74 x 25.98 x 26.34 cm
Operating Temp
0-40 C
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
73.2
Noise Level
—
Portable
Yes
Weight
20.7
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
16.5
Ac Power Continuous
2000
Ac Power Surge
3500
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
12V car port 160W (12V, 13A); 2x High Power Port 360W total (12V, 30A); 2x 6mm 120W (12V, 10A)
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm / High Power Port (Anderson)
Solar Panel Compatibility
Goal Zero Nomad, Boulder, and Ranger panels
Charger Type
MPPT
Max Solar Input
600
Ac Charge Speed
840
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Fast Charging
Yes
Battery
Extra Battery Capacity
1516
Max Extra Batteries
1
Battery Capacity Wh
1516
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
Yes
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
Yes
Connectivity
App Control
Yes
Wireless Charging
No
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
2
Competitor Comparison
Side‑by‑side specs vs 3 similar models in the same capacity and price range.
| Spec | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 63.4 | 78.3 | 77.4 | 76.2 |
| Capacity | 1,516 Wh | 1,024 Wh | 1,024 Wh | 1,536 Wh |
| AC output | 2,000 W | 1,800 W | 2,000 W | 1,800 W |
| Weight | 20.7 kg · 45.6 lbs | 12.5 kg · 27.6 lbs | 12.6 kg · 27.8 lbs | 16.5 kg · 36.4 lbs |
| Battery cycles | 500 | 4,000 | 3,500 | 3,000 |
| UPS switch time | — | 10 ms | 20 ms | 15 ms |
| Max solar input | 600 W | 500 W | 800 W | 500 W |
| Price | $1,125 | $699 | $699 | $1,099 |
| Cost per Wh | $0.74/Wh | $0.68/Wh | $0.68/Wh | $0.72/Wh |
Green value + dot = best in that row. Similar models selected from the same capacity tier, priced within ±40%.




