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WEN DF480iX vs Westinghouse WGen5300DF

WEN DF480iX

WEN DF480iX

4000 W running · dual-fuel

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Westinghouse WGen5300DF

Westinghouse WGen5300DF

5300 W running · dual-fuel

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What is the difference?

The WEN DF480iX has 4 kW of running power, 4.8 kW peak. The Westinghouse WGen5300DF has 5.3 kW of running power, 6.6 kW peak.

Both are dual-fuel.

The WEN DF480iX runs 7 h at half load, the Westinghouse WGen5300DF runs 11 h at half load. The Westinghouse WGen5300DF runs longer on a tank.

The WEN DF480iX has a 1.9 gal tank, the Westinghouse WGen5300DF has a 4.8 gal tank.

Both have a 3-year warranty.

The WEN DF480iX has 120 V AC output, the Westinghouse WGen5300DF 120/240 V. Only 240 V output can run 240 V loads such as many well pumps, dryers and central AC.

Specs side by side

WEN DF480iXWestinghouse WGen5300DF
Running W40005300
Peak W48006600
Fueldual-fueldual-fuel
Tank (gal)1.94.8
Run time @50 % (h)711
Noise (dB)62—
CO shutoffyes—
Weight (lb)—136
Warranty (yr)33
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Specs as read from manufacturer pages on 2026-10-25 / 2026-10-30. Specs one maker does not list are left out of the comparison. Sponsored links; we may earn a commission.

Common questions

Which has more running watts, WEN DF480iX or Westinghouse WGen5300DF?

The Westinghouse WGen5300DF. More running watts: 5300 W vs 4000 W.

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