P80 vs Eaton 5PX G2
The Eaton 5PX G2 is the current fit, form and function replacement for the discontinued 5PX. Both the Xtreme Power P80 and the 5PX G2 are 120V pure sine wave line-interactive rack/tower UPS families with AVR, external-battery runtime, and an optional maintenance bypass. The 5PX G2 is unity power factor with a higher runtime ceiling; the P80 is the lighter, value-focused TAA-compliant alternative.
What the P80 line brings
- Lighter at every matching tier — easier to handle, rack, and service.
- A 120V option at 2.2 kVA, where the Eaton 5PX2200 is 208V-only.
- Flexible 5-15/20R receptacles at 1.5 and 2 kVA (accept both 15 A and 20 A plugs).
- TAA compliant for federal and regulated procurement, at competitive acquisition cost.
- Optional XBDM maintenance bypass and external P90-BP48/72 packs for extended runtime.
P80 vs 5PX G2 – range comparison
| Specification | Xtreme Power P80 | Eaton 5PX G2 | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power factor | 0.9 (VA-rated) | Unity (W = VA) | Eaton delivers more real watts at matched VA |
| Real watts (1.5 / 2 / 3 kVA) | 1350 / 1800 / 2700 W | 1440 / 1950 / 3000 W | Eaton higher at every tier |
| Weight (1.5 / 2 / 3 kVA) | 44.7 / 47.4 / 67.1 lb | 50.7 / 65.3 / 74.5 lb | P80 lighter at every tier |
| 2.2 kVA voltage | 120V (NEMA outlets) | 208V only (IEC C13/C19) | P80 offers a 120V 2.2 kVA option |
| Extended runtime | External P90-BP48/72 (up to 2) | Up to 4 EBMs | Both extend; Eaton higher ceiling |
| Maintenance bypass | Optional XBDM | Optional HotSwap MBP | Both offer an optional external bypass |
| TAA compliance | Yes | Yes | Both TAA-compliant |
| Management | USB / RS-232, optional Web/SNMP | USB / RS-232, optional cybersecure NETWORK-M2/M3 + outlet metering | Eaton adds cybersecure card + metering |
| Mounting | Tower / wall / 2-post / 4-post | Tower / wall / 2-post / 4-post | Comparable mounting flexibility |
| Acquisition cost | Value-positioned | Premium-priced | P80 typically priced well below the 5PX G2 |
| Warranty | 3-yr UPS & battery | 3-yr UPS & battery | Both 3-year |
The 5PX G2 and the P80 are closely matched 120V line-interactive families: both are TAA-compliant, accept external battery packs, and offer an optional maintenance bypass with a 3-year warranty. The 5PX G2 leads on real watts (unity power factor), runtime ceiling (up to four EBMs), and cybersecure NETWORK-M2/M3 management with per-outlet energy metering. The P80 is lighter at every tier, offers a 120V option at 2.2 kVA (the Eaton 5PX2200 is 208V-only), and is positioned on value. Confirm Eaton specifications against current Eaton documentation.
Choosing between them
If you need maximum real watts, the highest runtime ceiling, or cybersecure network management, the 5PX G2 is strong. Choose the P80 for a lighter, value-focused TAA unit, a 120V 2.2 kVA option, or flexible receptacles. Use the per-model pages below for tier-by-tier detail.
Choose the P80 if you need
- A lighter unit at every tier
- A 120V 2.2 kVA option
- TAA-compliant procurement at competitive cost
- Flexible 5-15/20R receptacles
The 5PX G2 may fit if you need
- Maximum real watts (unity power factor)
- The highest runtime ceiling (up to 4 EBMs)
- Cybersecure NETWORK-M2/M3 management + outlet metering
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