P80-2200 vs Vertiv Liebert PSI5-2200RT120
The Xtreme Power P80-2200 and Vertiv Liebert PSI5-2200RT120 are 120V pure sine wave line-interactive 2U rack/tower UPS with AVR and external-battery support. The P80-2200 rates higher real watts (2000 W vs 1920 W), and adds a longer 3-year warranty and wall mounting.
Where the P80-2200 fits
- Higher real watts: 2000 W vs the PSI5-2200’s 1920 W.
- Longer warranty: 3-year electronics & battery vs the PSI5’s 2-year coverage.
- Tower, wall, 2-post and 4-post mounting (PSI5: tower / rack / 2-post).
- Runs on a standard 5-20P 20 A cord; optional XBDM maintenance bypass and external P90-BP72 packs.
- TAA compliant as standard.
Side-by-side specifications
| Specification | Xtreme Power P80-2200 | Vertiv PSI5-2200RT120 | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 2200 VA / 2000 W | 1920 VA / 1920 W | P80 higher VA and watts (2000 vs 1920 W) |
| UPS topology | Line-interactive, AVR, sine wave | Line-interactive, AVR, sine wave | Equivalent protection |
| Output receptacles | (8) NEMA 5-15/20R | (7) NEMA 5-15/20R, 5-20R, L5-20R | Comparable high-current receptacles |
| Input cord | 6 ft, NEMA 5-20P | 8 ft, NEMA L5-20P (5-20 adapter incl) | Both 20 A; P80 standard 5-20P |
| Weight | 61.7 lb | 59.1 lb | Comparable; Vertiv approx 2.6 lb lighter |
| Dimensions (W×D×H) | 17.2 × 24.6 × 3.5 in (depth incl. bezel) | 17.2 × 24.8 × 3.5 in | Comparable depth |
| Extended runtime | Yes — external P90-BP72 (up to 2) | Yes — external PSI5-72VBATT | Both extend via external packs |
| Maintenance bypass | Optional XBDM module | Optional MicroPod | Both offer an optional external bypass |
| Mounting | Tower / wall / 2-post / 4-post | Tower / rack / 2-post | P80 adds wall mounting |
| TAA compliance | Yes (standard) | Yes (via TAA SKUs) | Both available TAA-compliant |
| Warranty | 3-yr UPS & battery | 2-yr full unit | P80 one year longer |
Both are 2.2 kVA-class 120V line-interactive AVR pure sine UPS that accept external battery packs and an optional maintenance bypass, and both are available TAA-compliant. The P80-2200 rates higher real watts (2000 vs 1920 W), carries a longer warranty (3 vs 2 years), and adds wall mounting. The PSI5-2200RT120 is about 2.6 lb lighter and adds a $400k equipment-protection plan. Confirm Vertiv specifications against current Vertiv documentation.
Choosing between them
Choose the P80-2200 for more usable watts, a longer warranty, and wall mounting. The PSI5-2200RT120 fits sites invested in the Vertiv management ecosystem.
Choose the P80-2200 if you need
- More usable watts (2000 W)
- A longer 3-year warranty
- Wall or 2-post mounting
- A standard 5-20P 20 A circuit
The PSI5-2200RT120 may fit if you need
- A slightly lighter chassis
- A $400k equipment-protection plan
- The Vertiv management ecosystem
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