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Best Power Stations for Window AC
We tested 33 portable power stations against the Window AC (8,000 BTU) (710W running / 2010W surge). 23 passed our True Surge protocol — 70% compatibility rate.
Tight
1
With Soft-Starter
2
Incompatible
8
○ Device source: Engineering Est.
Derived from variant list (max of variants). Running worst case = Midea MAW08V1QWT (710W OEM). Surge worst case = Frigidaire FHWC084WB1 (2,010W NEC 3x).
Our Top Picks
22 compatible models rankedRanked by value, balance, and endurance from 22 compatible generators.
Best Budget Safe
VTOMAN Jump 1500X
Running 1,500W
Surge 3,000W
Capacity 828 Wh
Weight 36.2 lbs (16.4 kg)
Carry One-person carry
Runtime 0.8h
Best Overall Safe
DELTA 3 Plus
Running 1,800W
Surge 3,600W
Capacity 1,024 Wh
Weight 27.6 lbs (12.5 kg)
Carry One-person carry
Runtime 1h
Best Runtime Safe
Delta Pro Ultra
Running 6,000W
Surge 12,000W
Capacity 6,144 Wh
Weight 182.1 lbs (82.6 kg)
Carry Two-person recommended
Runtime 6.1h
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Runtime at a glance
How long each station runs a Window AC on a single charge (after 0.70 real-world derate)
Delta Pro Ultra X 6,144 Wh 6.1h
Delta Pro Ultra 6,144 Wh 6.1h
Zendure SuperBase V4600 4,608 Wh 4.5h
DELTA Pro 3 4,096 Wh 4h
Yeti Pro 4000 3,993.6 Wh 3.9h
Anker SOLIX F3800 3,840 Wh 3.8h
Delta Pro 3,600 Wh 3.5h
Pecron E3600LFP 3,072 Wh 3h
Safe
Showing top 8 by runtime. See full table below for all 25 stations (23 pass, 2 with soft-starter).
What to Know About the Window AC (8,000 BTU)
Power Profile
Running load: 516–710W depending on model (inverter vs. on/off). Surge: 800–2,010W. Voltage: 120V AC required. The technology gap between inverter and traditional compressors creates drastically different power station compatibility — a Midea inverter runs on a 1,000W station while a Frigidaire on/off needs 2,500W+.
Real-World Usage
8,000 BTU units cool rooms up to 350 sq ft. Inverter models (Midea, LG) draw 300–710W variable with soft ramp-up. Traditional on/off models (Frigidaire) draw 670W constant with 2,010W compressor surges. Daily energy: 3,100–5,360 Wh over 8 hours depending on model and cooling load.
Pro Tip
Before buying a power station for window AC backup, check if your unit is inverter or on/off — it changes the minimum generator size by 2x. Inverter ACs are the best investment for battery-powered cooling during heat emergencies.
Full Compatibility Matrix
All 33 generators tested against the Window AC (8,000 BTU) (710W / 2010W).
| Power Station | Running W | Surge W | Capacity | Weight | Verdict | Runtime | Report |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Pro Ultra X | 12,000 | 24,000 | 6,144 Wh | 187.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 6.1h | View |
| Delta Pro Ultra | 6,000 | 12,000 | 6,144 Wh | 182.1 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 6.1h | View |
| Zendure SuperBase V4600 | 3,800 | 3,800 | 4,608 Wh | 121.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 4.5h | View |
| DELTA Pro 3 | 4,000 | 8,000 | 4,096 Wh | 113.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 4h | View |
| Yeti Pro 4000 | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,993.6 Wh | 115.7 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 3.9h | View |
| Anker SOLIX F3800 | 6,000 | 9,000 | 3,840 Wh | 132.3 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 3.8h | View |
| Delta Pro | 3,600 | 7,200 | 3,600 Wh | 99.2 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 3.5h | View |
| Pecron E3600LFP | 3,600 | 7,000 | 3,072 Wh | 79.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 3h | View |
| Explorer 3000 Pro | 3,000 | 6,000 | 3,024 Wh | 63.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 3h | View |
| Elite 200 V2 | 2,600 | 3,600 | 2,073 Wh | 53.4 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 2h | View |
| AC200L | 2,400 | 3,600 | 2,048 Wh | 62.4 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2h | View |
| AC200MAX | 2,200 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 61.9 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2h | View |
| DELTA 2 Max | 2,400 | 4,800 | 2,048 Wh | 50.7 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 2h | View |
| Explorer 2000 Plus | 3,000 | 6,000 | 2,042 Wh | 61.5 lbs Two-person recommended | Safe | 2h | View |
| Explorer 2000 v2 | 2,200 | 4,400 | 2,042 Wh | 39.5 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 2h | View |
| Yeti 1500X | 2,000 | 3,500 | 1,516 Wh | 45.6 lbs Heavy carry | Safe | 1.5h | View |
| DELTA (Gen 1) | 1,800 | 3,300 | 1,260 Wh | 30.9 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 1.2h | View |
| AC180 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,152 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 1.1h | View |
| Explorer 1000 v2 | 1,500 | 3,000 | 1,070 Wh | 23.8 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 1.1h | View |
| DELTA 2 | 1,800 | 2,700 | 1,024 Wh | 26.5 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 1h | View |
| DELTA 3 Plus | 1,800 | 3,600 | 1,024 Wh | 27.6 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 1h | View |
| VTOMAN Jump 1500X | 1,500 | 3,000 | 828 Wh | 36.2 lbs One-person carry | Safe | 0.8h | View |
| SOLIX C1000 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 1,056 Wh | 28.4 lbs One-person carry | Tight | 1h | View |
| SOLIX C800 Plus | 1,200 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 24.0 lbs One-person carry | Soft Start | 0.8h * | View |
| AC70 | 1,000 | 2,000 | 768 Wh | 22.5 lbs One-person carry | Soft Start | 0.8h * | View |
| RIVER 2 Pro | 800 | 1,600 | 768 Wh | 18.3 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 500 | 500 | 1,000 | 518.4 Wh | 13.2 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 Max | 500 | 1,000 | 512 Wh | 13.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| SOLIX C300 | 300 | 300 | 288 Wh | 9.0 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| Explorer 300 Plus | 300 | 600 | 288 Wh | 8.4 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| EB3A | 600 | 1,200 | 268.8 Wh | 10.1 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 2 | 300 | 600 | 256 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
| RIVER 3 | 300 | 600 | 245 Wh | 7.7 lbs Easy carry | Fail | N/A | View |
* Runtime with soft-starter installed. Without a soft-starter, these units cannot handle the startup surge.
Model Variants
Different models have different power requirements. Check the specific report for your exact model.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many power stations can run a Window AC?
Out of 33 portable power stations we tested, 23 can safely run a Window AC (22 with full safety margin, 1 at tight margin). 8 are incompatible.
What specs should I look for to run a Window AC?
Your power station needs at least 710W continuous output and 2,010W surge capacity. We recommend a safety buffer of 25% above these minimums for reliable operation.
How do we test compatibility?
Every pairing is evaluated using our True Surge protocol: we compare OEM-verified running watts, surge watts, and voltage requirements against each power station's published specs, with load-profile-specific safety buffers applied. Read our full methodology.
What size power station do I need for an 8,000 BTU window AC?
It depends on the compressor type. This category spans 516–710W running and 800–2,010W surge. Inverter models have minimal startup draw, while traditional on/off compressors surge to approximately 2,010W — roughly 3x their running watts. Check your specific model's variant data above.
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