Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Goal Zero

Goal Zero Yeti 500X

49.2/100
C+
#148 of 194 overall
#8 in Goal Zero
$499.95$1.006/Wh
Under $1,000
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$500

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Performance Matrix

Battery
497Wh
AC Output
300W
Solar Input
150W
Weight
5.9 kg· 12.9 lbs
Cycles
500
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)14.1 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)4.2 hours
Drone Charger (70W)6.0 hours
Laptop (65W)6.5 hours
27" Monitor (40W)10.6 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.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.6 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.2 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.7 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 35.2 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.8 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 2.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.5 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.2 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.6 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 42.2 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.6 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.6 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 1.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.1 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.1 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.1 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours

Pros

  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Weight: 5.85
  • Strong Ac Wave Quality: Pure Sine Wave
  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes
  • Strong Smart Charging: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 500
  • Low Max Solar Input: 150
  • Low Ac Charge Speed: 600
  • Low Fast Charging: No
  • Low Cost Per Wh: 1.006

Not Recommended

Food TrucksOff-Grid LivingWhole Home Backup

Technical Score Breakdown

Physical90.2
Connectivity75
AC Power53.8
Advanced Features50
Price82.3
Charging58.5
Warranty51
Battery17.5

Capacity Position

Goal Zero Yeti 500X
90 Wh497 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Product Url
https://goalzero.com/products/goal-zero-yeti-500x-portable-power-station
Model Name
Yeti 500X
Brand
Goal Zero
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
497
Battery Lifespan Cycles
500
Expandable Capacity
No
Physical
Dimensions
19.05 x 28.58 x 14.73 cm
Operating Temp
0-40 C
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
85.0
Noise Level
45
Portable
Yes
Weight
5.85
AC Power
Ac Output Amps
2.5
Ac Power Continuous
300
Ac Power Surge
1200
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
DC Power
Dc Output
12V/10A (120W) car port; 12V/10A (120W) 6mm port
Charging
Solar Connector Type
8mm
Solar Panel Compatibility
Goal Zero Nomad and Boulder panels
Charger Type
MPPT
Max Solar Input
150
Ac Charge Speed
600
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Fast Charging
No
Price
Bundle Price
$499.95
Base Price
499.95
Cost Per Wh
1.006
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
2
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
Yes
Wifi Connectivity
Yes

Competitor Comparison

Side‑by‑side specs vs 3 similar models in the same capacity and price range.

Spec
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
This model
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
49.2 / C+
Goal Zero Yeti 500
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
EcoFlow
EcoFlow RIVER Plus
59.6 / B-
Goal Zero Yeti 400
Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 400
40.8 / C
Overall score49.262.059.640.8
Capacity497 Wh499 Wh360 Wh396 Wh
AC output300 W500 W600 W300 W
Weight5.9 kg · 12.9 lbs7.3 kg · 16.1 lbs5.4 kg · 11.9 lbs13.2 kg · 29.1 lbs
Battery cycles5004,000800500
UPS switch time——30 ms—
Max solar input150 W200 W200 W120 W
Price$500$500$449$450
Cost per Wh$1.01/Wh$1.00/Wh$1.25/Wh$1.14/Wh

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