Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2 vs Anker SOLIX C1000X
Two 1,000 Wh class power stations, number by number. Neither is ranked above the other. Every spec comes from each maker's manual or product page; tap a station for the source.
- Bigger battery: about the same (1,024 Wh vs 1,056 Wh).
- More AC output: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, 2,000 W vs 1,800 W.
- Higher surge: about the same (2,400 W vs 2,400 W).
- More solar input: about the same (600 W vs 600 W).
- Higher solar voltage limit: about the same (60 V vs 60 V).
- Lighter: Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2, 24.9 lb vs 28.4 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Anker SOLIX C1000X, $600 vs $700.
C1000X Gen 2 and C1000X are the same size class: within 32 Wh of each other. C1000X Gen 2 is the lightest at 24.9 lb. C1000X Gen 2 and C1000X take the most solar at 600 W, so they refill fastest. C1000X is the cheapest at $600.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Anker SOLIX C1000X Gen 2 | Anker SOLIX C1000X |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 15 hours | 15 hours |
| CPAP (40 W) | 22 hours | 22 hours |
| Starlink (100 W) | 8.5 hours | 9 hours |
| Laptop (60 W) | 15 hours | 15 hours |
On a full charge, assuming 85% of the battery is usable. Real devices vary; check the label on yours.
Every spec side by side
| Spec |  Anker SOLIX |  Anker SOLIX |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 1,024 Wh fridge about 15 hours | 1,056 Wh fridge about 15 hours |
AC output W, continuous | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 1,800 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 2,400 W motor start-ups | 2,400 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 600 W full in about 2.5 hours | 600 W full in about 2.5 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | 11 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits | 11 to 60 V 2 panels in series fits |
Solar inputs count | 1 input XT60i | 1 input XT60 |
Weight lb | 24.9 lb two hands | 28.4 lb two hands |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 41 Wh/lb higher is denser | 37 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $700 0.68 $/Wh | $600 0.57 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.68 lower is better value | $0.57 lower is better value |
| Buy | $700 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $600 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
$700 at the Anker SOLIX store, checked Oct 28, 2026
$600 at the Anker SOLIX store, checked Oct 28, 2026
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