Renogy Phoenix 500
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Renogy Phoenix 500

61.2/100
B
#105 of 194 overall
#2 in Renogy
$279.99$0.57/Wh
Under $300
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$280

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Performance Matrix

Battery
495Wh
AC Output
800W
Solar Input
200W
Weight
7.6 kg· 16.8 lbs
Cycles
600
UPS
20

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Budget Camping

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Phone Charger (20W)21.0 hours
LED Lantern (10W)42.1 hours
Portable Fan (40W)10.5 hours
Laptop (65W)6.5 hours
Mini Fridge (60W)· 35% duty20.0 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.

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.1 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 14.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 6.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.5 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.1 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.2 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.1 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 84.2 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.7 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 35.1 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 1.3 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 10.5 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.0 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 42.1 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 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): 21.0 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 2.8 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 10.0 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.9 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 42.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 10.5 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.5 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): 21.0 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 3.5 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 11.7 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 14.0 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 21.0 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 20.0 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 6.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 4.2 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 14.0 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.2 hours

Pros

  • Strong Pass Through Charging: Yes
  • Strong Ac Charge Speed: 60
  • Strong Weight: 7.6
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Strong Expandable Capacity: Yes

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 600
  • Low Max Solar Input: 200
  • Low Ups Switch Time: 20
  • Low Warranty: 1

Not Recommended

Solar SetupEmergency PreparednessOff-Grid Living

Technical Score Breakdown

Price95.6
Physical88.5
AC Power66.7
Connectivity25
Advanced Features92.2
Charging85
Battery50
Warranty25

Capacity Position

Renogy Phoenix 500
90 Wh495 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
Phoenix 500
Product Url
https://www.renogy.com/products/renogy-500-portable-power-station
Brand
Renogy
Physical
Dimensions
32.4 x 20.8 x 24.0 cm
Operating Temp
32°F~104°F charge / -4°F~104°F discharge
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
65.1
Weight
7.6
Portable
Yes
DC Power
Dc Output
USB-A x2 (12W each), USB-A FC x1 (18W), USB-C x1 (100W), CIG x1 (136W)
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
1
Extra Battery Capacity
495
Battery Capacity Wh
495
Battery Lifespan Cycles
600
Expandable Capacity
Yes
Charging
Charger Type
AC wall adapter (iTurbo)
Solar Connector Type
XT60
Solar Panel Compatibility
Compatible with PV input
Pass Through Charging
Yes
Max Solar Input
200
Ac Charge Speed
60
Fast Charging
Yes
Smart Charging
Yes
Price
Price Description
Clearance price (was $499.99)
Base Price
279.99
Cost Per Wh
0.57
AC Power
Ac Power Continuous
800
Ac Power Surge
1600
Ac Wave Quality
Pure Sine Wave
Advanced Features
Ups Switch Time
20
Parallel Expansion
Yes
Ups Functionality
Yes
Warranty
Warranty
1
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
Yes
Bluetooth
No
Wifi Connectivity
No

Competitor Comparison

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Spec
Renogy Phoenix 500
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Renogy Phoenix 500
61.2 / B
VTOMAN FlashSpeed 600
Bluetti AC50B
EcoFlow River 2 Max 500
Overall score61.265.661.861.3
Capacity495 Wh499 Wh448 Wh499 Wh
AC output800 W600 W700 W500 W
Weight7.6 kg · 16.8 lbs7.2 kg · 15.9 lbs7.5 kg · 16.5 lbs6.1 kg · 13.4 lbs
Battery cycles6003,0003,0003,000
UPS switch time20 ms20 ms20 ms30 ms
Max solar input200 W200 W120 W220 W
Price$280$200$279$299
Cost per Wh$0.57/Wh$0.40/Wh$0.62/Wh$0.60/Wh

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