Online Lithium UPS Comparison for Edge, IT, and Network Deployments
Both the Xtreme Power J90i-3kLiD and the APC Smart-UPS Ultra 3000VA (SRTL3KRM1UWC) are compact 1U online (double-conversion) lithium UPS systems designed for edge IT, networking, and distributed infrastructure operating at 208/230V. While both deliver high power density and online protection, key differences appear in battery chemistry, temperature tolerance, outlet control, lifecycle cost, and long-term deployment resilience.
For environments where heat, uptime, and remote manageability matter, the J90i-3kLiD is engineered to go further—particularly in telecom rooms, edge closets, AV racks, and unattended locations.
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Key Differentiators at a Glance
- LiFePO₄ (LFP) battery chemistry for safer, cooler operation
- Up to 50 °C (122 °F) operation vs 40 °C
- 15-year design life / 3,000–5,000 cycles
- Remote outlet-level control with Web/SNMP
- Faster battery recharge for unstable power environments
- 6-year full warranty covering electronics and battery
3kVA / 208–230V Feature Comparison
| Feature | Xtreme Power J90i-3kLiD | APC SRTL3KRM1UWC | J90i Advantage |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) with integrated BMS | Lithium-ion (chemistry not specified) | Safer, cooler-running chemistry with longer lifecycle |
| VA / Watt Rating | 3000VA / 2700W | 3000VA / 3000W | Comparable power class; J90i optimized for longevity |
| Form Factor / Mounting Options | 1U, rack-mount or wall-mount | 1U, rack-mount or wall-mount | Equal deployment flexibility |
| Rack Depth | 22.8″ | 22.0″ | Nearly identical footprint |
| Weight | 35.2 lb | 35.0 lb | Comparable installed weight |
| Efficiency (Online) | 94.5% at full load | 92.7% at full load | Lower heat and operating cost |
| Output Waveform (On Battery) | Pure sine wave (online) | Pure sine wave (online) | Equivalent online performance |
| High-Temperature Operation | Up to 50 °C (122 °F) | Up to 40 °C (104 °F) | Reliable in hot edge environments |
| Battery Recharge Time | ~1 hour | ~1.5 hours | Faster recovery after outages |
| Battery Life Expectancy | Up to 15 years or 3,000–5,000 cycles | ~8–10 years | Lower total cost of ownership |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 50 °C (122 °F) | 40 °C (104 °F) | Full performance with limited cooling |
| Output Receptacles / Controllability | Individually controllable (with Web/SNMP) | Not controllable | Remote reboot reduces truck rolls |
| Communications / Monitoring | USB (HID), RS-232, optional Web/SNMP | USB (HID), Serial, SmartConnect (cloud) | On-prem SNMP option |
| TAA Compliance | TAA-compliant | Not TAA-compliant | Eligible for regulated procurement |
| Warranty | 6-year full warranty (electronics & battery) | 5 years | Longest warranty in its class |
Where the J90i-3kLiD Excels
- Online double-conversion protection in hot or poorly cooled spaces
- Edge and telecom deployments with limited service access
- Sites where battery replacement is costly or disruptive
- Unattended installations requiring remote outlet control
- Long-life deployments where total cost of ownership matters
When APC Smart-UPS Ultra May Be a Fit
- Existing APC / Schneider Electric standardization
- Applications prioritizing maximum watt density
- Climate-controlled data rooms with consistent cooling
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose J90i-3kLiD if you need:
- Online UPS protection with high-temperature tolerance
- Long-life LiFePO₄ batteries with fewer replacements
- Remote outlet-level control to minimize service visits
- Extended 6-year warranty coverage
- A UPS optimized for edge, AV, and distributed IT
Choose APC Smart-UPS Ultra if you need:
- Alignment with an APC-standardized environment
- Higher watt output within the same VA class
- Native cloud-based monitoring
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