Renogy Phoenix Elite
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Renogy Phoenix Elite

21.2/100
D
#193 of 194 overall
#7 in Renogy
$549.99$1.84/Wh
Under $1,000

Performance Matrix

Battery
299.5Wh
AC Output
200W
Solar Input
100W
Weight
5.3 kg· 11.7 lbs
Cycles
1000
UPS
—

Real-World Runtime Estimates

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Photography & Video

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Camera Battery Charger (30W)8.5 hours
LED Light Panel (100W)2.5 hours
Drone Charger (70W)3.6 hours
Laptop (65W)3.9 hours
27" Monitor (40W)6.4 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.

Photography & Video runtime estimates

  • Camera Battery Charger (30W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • Drone Charger (70W): 3.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 6.4 hours

Budget Camping runtime estimates

  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 25.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.4 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours

Camping runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 25.5 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.4 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours

Boats & Marine runtime estimates

  • Fish Finder (5W): 50.9 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 25.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours

Ice Fishing runtime estimates

  • Electric Ice Auger (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Fish Finder (5W): 50.9 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.6 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 25.5 hours

Tailgating runtime estimates

  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours
  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

Apartment Dweller runtime estimates

  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours

Outdoor Events runtime estimates

  • PA Speaker (150W): 1.7 hours
  • Stage Light (200W): 1.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

Overlanding runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours

Van Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Lantern (10W): 25.5 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Portable Fan (40W): 6.4 hours

RV Life runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours

Remote Work runtime estimates

  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • 27" Monitor (40W): 6.4 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours
  • Desk Lamp (10W): 25.5 hours

Job Sites runtime estimates

  • Circular Saw (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Corded Drill (700W): 0.4 hours
  • Air Compressor (1000W): 0.6 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

CPAP & Medical runtime estimates

  • CPAP Machine (40W): 7.1 hours
  • Humidifier (30W): 21.2 hours
  • Nebulizer (100W): 2.5 hours
  • Oxygen Concentrator (350W): 0.8 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

Food Trucks runtime estimates

  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours
  • Blender (500W): 0.5 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 6.1 hours
  • Coffee Maker (800W): 0.3 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours

Off-Grid Living runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours
  • Induction Cooktop (1800W): 0.1 hours

Emergency Preparedness runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • CPAP Machine (40W): 7.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • Phone Charger (20W): 12.7 hours

Solar Setup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • Laptop (65W): 3.9 hours
  • 12V Water Pump (100W): 8.5 hours
  • LED Light Panel (100W): 2.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours

Whole Home Backup runtime estimates

  • Mini Fridge (60W): 12.1 hours
  • Portable Freezer (120W): 6.1 hours
  • Router + Modem (30W): 8.5 hours
  • 55" TV (120W): 2.1 hours
  • Space Heater (750W): 0.6 hours

Pros

  • Strong Weight: 5.3
  • Strong Portable: Yes
  • Solid overall performance

Cons

  • Low Battery Lifespan Cycles: 1000
  • Low Ac Power Surge: 300
  • Low Max Solar Input: 100
  • Low Cost Per Wh: 1.84
  • Low Warranty: 1

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Technical Score Breakdown

Physical85.7
AC Power33.3
Battery16.7
Advanced Features0
Price65.7
Warranty25
Charging6.2
Connectivity0

Capacity Position

Renogy Phoenix Elite
90 Wh300 Wh6,144 Wh

Technical Specifications

Product Info
Model Name
Phoenix Elite
Product Url
https://www.renogy.com/renogy-elite-portable-solar-generator/
Brand
Renogy
Physical
Dimensions
41.4 x 30.7 x 9.9 cm
Operating Temp
32°F~113°F
Energy Density Wh Per Kg
56.5
Weight
5.3
Portable
Yes
DC Power
Dc Output
USB-A x4 (2x 18W QC), USB-C x1 (60W), CIG x1, DC barrel x1
Battery
Max Extra Batteries
0
Battery Capacity Wh
299.5
Battery Lifespan Cycles
1000
Expandable Capacity
No
Charging
Charger Type
AC wall adapter
Solar Connector Type
DC barrel
Solar Panel Compatibility
Up to 100W external; built-in 2x 10W panels (20W total)
Max Solar Input
100
Fast Charging
No
Smart Charging
No
Pass Through Charging
No
Price
Price Description
Clearance / last-known MSRP; sold for ~$250-$270 in 2024 at clearance
Base Price
549.99
Cost Per Wh
1.84
AC Power
Ac Power Continuous
200
Ac Power Surge
300
Ac Wave Quality
Modified Sine Wave
Warranty
Warranty
1
Advanced Features
Parallel Expansion
No
Ups Functionality
No
Connectivity
Wireless Charging
No
App Control
No
Bluetooth
No
Wifi Connectivity
No

Competitor Comparison

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

Spec
Renogy Phoenix Elite
This model
Renogy Phoenix Elite
21.2 / D
EcoFlow Delta Pro 3
EcoFlow
EcoFlow Delta Pro 3
78.2 / A+
EcoFlow DELTA Pro Ultra
Pecron F5000LFP
Pecron
Pecron F5000LFP
76.8 / A
Overall score21.278.277.776.8
Capacity300 Wh4,096 Wh6,144 Wh5,120 Wh
AC output200 W4,000 W7,200 W7,200 W
Weight5.3 kg · 11.7 lbs51.5 kg · 113.5 lbs31.7 kg · 69.9 lbs56.2 kg · 123.9 lbs
Battery cycles1,0004,0003,5004,000
UPS switch time—10 ms20 ms—
Max solar input100 W2,600 W5,600 W6,400 W
Price$550$2,299$4,099$1,999
Cost per Wh$1.84/Wh$0.56/Wh$0.67/Wh$0.39/Wh

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