Comparison XO PSA-700 vs CTECHi GT500
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| XO PSA-700 | CTECHi GT500 | |
| Outdated Product | from $784.18 up to $855.26 | |
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Charging AC + PD about 3.35 hours | ||
| In box | charging station | charging station |
| Rated power | 700 W | 500 W |
| Peak power | 1400 W | 1000 W |
| Output waveform | sinusoid (PSW) | sinusoid (PSW) |
Outputs | ||
| Sockets (230 V) | 2 | 1 |
| USB-A | 2 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W | 3 pcs 5В/2.4А 12 W |
| USB-C | 1 pcs 5 A 100 W | 1 pcs 3 A 60 W |
| Wireless charging | 2 zones 10 W | |
| Car cigarette lighter |  | |
Inputs (station charging) | ||
| From solar panels |  | |
| Via USB-C port | | |
| DC input | 1 pcs (27 H / 4.5 A) | |
Battery and charging time | ||
| Battery type | LiFePO4 | LiFePO4 |
| Battery capacity | 614.4 Wh | 518 Wh |
| Charging cycles | 1500 | 2000 |
| Charging time (socket) ≈ | 84 min | 300 min |
| Charging time (solar panel) ≈ | 300 min | |
| Charging time (cigarette lighter) ≈ | 300 min | 300 min |
| Charging time (socket + USB-C PD) ≈ | 210 min | |
| Charging power (socket) | 500 W | 120 W |
| Charging power (solar panel) | 120 W | |
| Charging power (cigarette lighter) | 85 W | |
General | ||
| PSU | built into the body | external |
| Display | | |
| Backlight | | |
| Carrying handle | | |
| Operating temperature | -10 °C ~ +40 °C | |
| Dimensions (LxWxH) | 300x210x200 mm | 288x160x230 mm |
| Weight | 8.1 kg | 7 kg |
| Added to E-Catalog | january 2023 | december 2022 |
Compare XO PSA-700 and CTECHi GT500
The charging stations XO PSA-700 and CTECHi GT500 each have their unique features that may influence user choice. The XO PSA-700 offers a higher nominal power of 700 W and a peak power of 1400 W, making it more suitable for powerful devices. It also has two USB outputs and two DC outputs, providing greater versatility. Charging time from an outlet is about 84 minutes, which is significantly faster than the CTECHi GT500, where charging time from an outlet reaches 300 minutes. On the other hand, the CTECHi GT500 has a larger battery capacity of 27 Ah and supports wireless charging, which may be convenient for users who prefer modern technology. The CTECHi GT500 is also lighter in weight (7 kg versus 8.1 kg for the XO PSA-700) and supports charging from solar panels. Overall, the choice between these models depends on specific needs: for powerful devices, the XO PSA-700 is more suitable, while for mobility and modern features, the CTECHi GT500 is preferable.
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Glossary
Rated power
Power that a device can consistently produce for an indefinitely long time without any unpleasant consequences. For normal operation of the charging station, the rated power must be at least 15 - 20% higher than the total power of all devices simultaneously connected to it.
Peak power
Some electrical appliances (in particular, units with electric motors - refrigerators, air conditioners, etc.) consume significantly more energy at startup than after reaching the operating mode. For such a load, the peak power of the charging station must be taken into account - its indicator must be higher than the starting power of the load.
Sockets (230 V)
Total number of outlets with output voltage. This is, in fact, the number of devices that can be simultaneously connected to the charging station without the use of splitters, extension cords and carriers. Accordingly, weaker charging stations have one or two sockets in their submission. Powerful charging stations already have three or more sockets “on board”.
USB-A
Full-size USB-A connectors are popular in computer technology, commonly used in charging adapters for 230 V household networks and 12 V car sockets. These outputs have become widespread in charging stations for charging gadgets.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
— The total number of such ports can be quite varied (1 USB, 2 connectors, 3 ports, and even 4), as they allow for charging and, in some cases, powering various low-power devices — smartphones, tablets, power banks, lamps, and more.
— Current Strength. The maximum current delivered through the USB-A connector to the charging device. Note that different ports of the charging station may output different currents (for example, 1.5 A and 2.1 A). In such cases, the highest current strength is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum output power in watts (W) that the charging station is capable of delivering through the USB-A connector to a single charging gadget.
USB-C
USB type C ports are smaller compared to classic USB ports and have a convenient reversible design that allows connecting the plug either way. USB type C was initially created to implement various advanced features: increased power, fast charging technologies, etc.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
Since the port is relatively new and quite powerful (you can find USB type C with 60W, even 100W and 140W), the total number of such connectors is often limited to one port, or sometimes two).
— Current. The maximum current delivered through the USB type C port to the device being charged. Note that different ports of a charging station may deliver different currents (for example, 1.5A and 2.1A). In such cases, the highest current is usually specified.
— Power. The maximum power in watts (W) that the charging station can deliver to one charging gadget. The high output power of the USB type C port allows for faster charging. However, the device being charged must support the corresponding power; otherwise, the speed of the process will be limited by the gadget's specifications.
Wireless charging
In wireless charging mode, energy is transferred to the gadget being charged through an inductive surface, which is usually built into the upper plane of the charging station case. There can be one slot for wireless charging or several of them are provided. The range of this technology does not exceed a few centimeters. However, this method of charging eliminates the fuss with wires and reduces wear on the connectors. One of the key disadvantages of this format is considered to be low power and, accordingly, slow charging speed.
From solar panels
The ability to charge the device from solar panels ensures the energy independence of a portable power plant. Models with this function can work completely autonomously and do not depend on outlets. Charging from the panels is implemented in the corresponding devices with portable solar panels and charging stations, which are structurally provided with specialized connectors for receiving power from stationary solar panels, and there is also a built-in MPPT charge controller (Maximum Power Point Tracking).
Via USB-C port
The ability to replenish energy reserves in the battery cells of the charging station via the USB type C connector. This port itself is small in size and has a convenient double-sided design, thanks to which the plug can be inserted in either direction. However, in charging stations it does not always work as an input interface.
DC input
DC connector for a distinctive round plug (like those used in many laptops) used to recharge the battery of the device. Note that DC- in plugs may have different sizes, and chargers with such plugs may have different operating voltages. In practice, this leads to the fact that finding a suitable charger for a portable station is not easy, you need to be especially careful when searching.