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Anker is all charged up. The brand makes some of the most user-friendly and affordable power stations, and as of Oct. 10, that lineup is expanding. The new Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 joins the brand’s portfolio of portable power stations designed for camping, and this model is especially appealing to those who head off on RV trips.
A whole lot of power in a compact size
Packing in 2,048Wh of capacity with 4,000W peak output, the Solix C2000 Gen 2 is ready for powering up almost any appliance. Of course, it can recharge phones and laptops thanks to the USB-C ports that max out at 140W, but it’s also powerful enough to keep the refrigerator cooling or keep the window AC going during the heat of summer. In total, the Solix C2000 Gen 2 packs in five standard AC ports, one TT-30, two 140W USB-C, one 15W USB-C, and one 12W USB-A.
A power station that packs in 2,000Wh that can fit on the center console? Impressive.
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The addition of the TT-30 port means the Solix C2000 Gen 2 is ideal for RV trips. Pair that with its durable build, and you’re on your way to non-stop adventures. In real-life terms, Anker says the Solix C2000 Gen 2 can power a 190W refrigerator for up to 32 hours. Here are some highlight specs on the new power station:
Essential specs:
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Capacity: 2,048Wh
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Continuous output: 2,400W pure sine wave
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Peak power: 4,000W
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Weight: 41.7 pounds
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Dimensions: 18 in. L × 9.8 in. W × 10.1 in. H
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Power options: AC, USB-C (140W), USB-A, TT-30 port
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Recharging options: Grid, solar, alternator, generator, hybrid, car port
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Battery type: LiFePO4 (lithium iron phosphate)
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Life cycles: 80 percent capacity after 4,000 cycles
Recharging options aplenty
Impressive ports aside, when you need to recharge the Solix C2000 Gen 2, Anker gave us tons of options. Standard grid, solar panels, generators, or a car port can all get the station juiced up again. Plus, the Solix C2000 Gen 2 can handle hybrid recharging with AC and solar. Anker says it’ll take just 58 minutes to go from zero to 100 with 2,600W AC and solar recharging. Max solar input tops out at a massive 800W. Recharging from standard grid power will take about 90 minutes to get back to 100 percent.
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Recharge the Solix C2000 Gen 2 with up to 800W of solar panel power.
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Multiply the power
Snagging a portable power station that can handle expanding its power is a smart move. You never know when your power needs might increase and Anker made this model compatible with one expansion battery that doubles its capacity for a total of about 4,000Wh.
The Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 can reach about 4,000Wh with the additional expansion battery.
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A major hats off to the portability
Batteries are heavy, and portable power stations that have over 2,000Wh of capacity can get seriously heavy and bulky. But it’s not surprising to see that Anker has nailed both aspects. It’s not the lightest portable power station, but it only weighs 41.7 pounds, which is pretty great for a 2,000Wh power station. By comparison, the Anker Solix F2000 (which has an identical 2,048Wh of capacity) clocks in at 67.2 pounds, and it comes with a telescoping handle and wheels so you can roll it around instead of lifting the chunk.
The Anker Solix C2000 Gen 2 is not much larger than the Solix C1000, but it packs in nearly double the power.
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Not only is the weight impressive, but the overall dimensions of the Solix C2000 Gen 2 make it genuinely campground-worthy. The Solix C2000 comes with dimensions of 18 L × 9.8 W × 10.1 H inches. Compare this to the Mashable favorite Anker Solix C1000 (which has 1,056WHh) dimensions of 14.8 L × 8.1 W × 10.5 H inches, and we’re shook. The C2000 Gen 2 is just a few inches longer and a hair wider than the C1000, but it packs in nearly twice as much power.
Affordable with a capital “A”
The Solix C2000 Gen 2 carries a list price of $1,499, which is pretty average for the industry. But preorders drop it to just $749, or a major 50% discount. For a 2,000Wh portable power station, a price of $750 is a heck of a deal. Considering we’re coming into fall and winter storm season, this could be a great pre-holiday purchase. Snowbirds who pack up the van or RV for sunnier winter weather are also in line for an awesome upgrade thanks to Anker’s addition of the Solix C2000 Gen 2.
