Anker SOLIX S5000 vs Goal Zero Yeti 6000X
Two large 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: Goal Zero Yeti 6000X, 6,071 Wh vs 5,024 Wh.
- More AC output: Anker SOLIX S5000, 4,500 W vs 2,000 W.
- Higher surge: Anker SOLIX S5000, 8,000 W vs 3,500 W.
- More solar input: Anker SOLIX S5000, 3,000 W vs 600 W.
- Lighter: Anker SOLIX S5000, 97 lb vs 106 lb.
- Lower brand-store price: Anker SOLIX S5000, $3,600 vs $4,000.
S5000 and Yeti 6000X differ mainly in size: Yeti 6000X has the biggest battery at 6,071 Wh. S5000 is the lightest at 97 lb. S5000 takes the most solar at 3,000 W, so it refills fastest. S5000 is the cheapest at $3,600, and it also leads on solar input.
How long they run common devices
| Device | Anker SOLIX S5000 | Goal Zero Yeti 6000X |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge (60 W) | 3 days | 4 days |
| CPAP (40 W) | 4 days | 5 days |
| Starlink (100 W) | 43 hours | 2 days |
| Laptop (60 W) | 3 days | 4 days |
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 |  Goal Zero |
|---|---|---|
Battery Wh, size | 5,024 Wh fridge about 3 days | 6,071 Wh fridge about 4 days |
AC output W, continuous | 4,500 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear | 2,000 W Microwave, kettle, most kitchen gear |
Surge W, a second or two | 8,000 W motor start-ups | 3,500 W motor start-ups |
Solar input W, max | 3,000 W full in about 2.5 hours | 600 W full in about 14 hours |
Solar voltage range V, panels must fit | n/a not confirmed yet | 14 to 50 V 1 panel, or 2 in parallel |
Solar inputs count | 1 input Solar input | 2 inputs High Power Port, 8mm |
Weight lb | 97 lb wheels or two people | 106 lb wheels or two people |
Wh per pound battery for the weight | 52 Wh/lb higher is denser | 57 Wh/lb higher is denser |
Price brand store | $3,600 0.72 $/Wh | $4,000 0.66 $/Wh |
Price per Wh what you pay for storage | $0.72 lower is better value | $0.66 lower is better value |
| Buy | $3,600 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 | $4,000 · Details Brand store, Oct 28, 2026 |
Which solar panels work with each
| One panel | Anker SOLIX S5000 | Goal Zero Yeti 6000X |
|---|---|---|
| Anker SOLIX PS100 Bifacial | Not enough data | Works |
| Anker SOLIX PS200 Bifacial | Not enough data | Don't connect |
| Anker SOLIX PS400 Bifacial | Not enough data | Don't connect |
| EcoFlow 400W Portable Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works, with a catch |
| BLUETTI PV350D | Not enough data | Works |
| Renogy 250W N-Type Bifacial Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
| EcoFlow NextGen 220W Bifacial Portable Solar Panel | Not enough data | Works |
Our checker at 20°F, using each maker's voltage and current rules. Tap a verdict for the wiring and cables.
Where to buy
Out of stock at the Goal Zero store when we checked
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