Goal Zero Yeti 1500X: Runtime & Specs

The Goal Zero Yeti 1500X is a 1,516 Wh NMC lithium-ion power station with 2,000 W of continuous AC output and a 3,500 W surge rating. It runs a typical full-size fridge for about 22 hours. It has been replaced or discontinued, but many are still in use.

Capacity1,516 WhNMC lithium-ion

Output2,000 W3,500 W surge

Solar input600 W14–50 V

Weight45.6 lbexpandable

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How long will the Yeti 1500X run your appliances?

Nonstop runtime for one device at a time, using typical US wattages and 85% inverter efficiency. Devices marked ✕ can't run on this model.

Estimated runtime by appliance for the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X
Device	Avg draw	Runtime
LED light bulb	9 W	6 days
Phone charging	10 W	5.7 days
Wi-Fi router + modem	15 W	3.6 days
Laptop	50 W	26 hours
CPAP + humidifier	30 W	43 hours
CPAP with heated humidifier + humidifier	60 W	21 hours
Starlink Standard	90 W	14 hours
TV	100 W	13 hours
Mini fridge	29 W	44 hours
Refrigerator	58 W	22 hours
Chest freezer	29 W	44 hours
Sump pump (1/3 HP)	160 W	8.1 hours
Sump pump (1/2 HP)	210 W	6.1 hours
Window AC	225 W	5.7 hours
Drip coffee maker	1,000 W	1.3 hours
Microwave	1,500 W	52 min
Space heater	750 W	1.7 hours
Well pump	33 W	Needs 240 V

Fridges, freezers, pumps and AC units cycle on and off, so we use their average draw. Want a mix of devices on a schedule? Use the runtime calculator.

What the Yeti 1500X can't power

Well pump (1/2 HP submersible): needs 240 V

Solar charging time

Hours of good sun to charge from empty, assuming panels deliver 75% of their rating.

Panels	Power in	Hours of sun
100 W of panels	75 W	20 hours
200 W of panels	150 W	10 hours
400 W of panels	300 W	5.1 hours
600 W of panels	450 W	3.4 hours

Check panel voltage and wiring with the solar charging calculator.

Full specifications

Battery capacity	1,516 Wh
Battery chemistry	Lithium-ion (NMC)
Continuous AC output	2,000 W
Surge (peak) output	3,500 W
Boost mode	None listed
AC voltage	120V
AC outlets	2
USB-C ports	2 (up to 60 W)
USB-A ports	2
12 V car outlet	Yes
Max solar input	600 W
Solar voltage range	14–50 V
Solar max current	50 A
Max AC charging power	600 W
AC charging time (maker claim)	14 hr w/ incl. 120W supply; 3 hr w/ optional 600W
Expandable	Yes
UPS / EPS switchover	Not listed
Cycle life	500 cycles (to 80%)
Weight	45.6 lb
Warranty	2 years

Notes: 500 cycles to 80%. Solar max via HPP (Anderson). AC charging needs external supply. Yeti Link page lists 1500X for lead-acid Yeti Tank expansion (no cap); spec says Chainable: No.

Specs from Goal Zero's published documents, as of September 2026. Found an error? Tell us.

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Questions

How long will the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X run a refrigerator?

About 22 hours for a typical ENERGY STAR full-size fridge averaging 58 W, assuming 85% inverter efficiency. Older or larger fridges use more. Try your own numbers.

Can the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X run a microwave?

Yes. A typical 1,000 W microwave pulls about 1,500 W from the outlet, within its 2,000 W continuous output. A full battery gives about 52 min of cooking.

How long does the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X take to charge?

Goal Zero's published charging claim: “14 hr w/ incl. 120W supply; 3 hr w/ optional 600W”. Max AC charging power is 600 W. With solar, it accepts up to 600 W. With 600 W of panels that's roughly 3.4 hours of good sun from empty.

Is the Goal Zero Yeti 1500X expandable?

Yes, with Goal Zero's compatible extra batteries.