Bluetti EB3A: what will it run?
The Bluetti EB3A stores 268.8 Wh and its AC outlets are rated for 600 W continuous, with 1,200 W surge and up to 200 W of solar input.
Specs checked
Bluetti EB3A specs
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Rated capacity | 268.8 Wh |
| Battery chemistry | LiFePO4 |
| AC continuous output | 600 W |
| AC surge output | 1,200 W |
| 12V car port | 10 A max |
| Maximum solar input | 200 W |
Source: manufacturer document. How we calculate
How long does the Bluetti EB3A run common devices?
Runtimes are calculated from the rated 268.8 Wh, not tested. Each row is one device, mode and power path. A row reads "Won't run" when the device needs more than the Bluetti EB3A can supply, with the reason.
12V fridges and coolers
16 of 18 appliance, mode and power-path combinations run, for 6.0 to 22.0 hours.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dometic CFX3 25 | 12 V, 90 F ambient, 39 F internal | AC | 20.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 25 | 12 V, 90 F ambient, 39 F internal | 12V DC | 22.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 35 | 12 V, 90 F ambient, 39 F internal | AC | 19.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 35 | 12 V, 90 F ambient, 39 F internal | 12V DC | 20.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 45 | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | AC | 18.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 45 | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | 12V DC | 19.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 55IM | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | AC | 17.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 55IM | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | 12V DC | 18.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 55IM | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal, ice maker on (maintenance) | AC | 16.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 55IM | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal, ice maker on (maintenance) | 12V DC | 17.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 75DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | AC | 13.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 75DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | 12V DC | 14.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 75DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, large zone 4 C, small zone -15 C | AC | 6.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 75DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, large zone 4 C, small zone -15 C | 12V DC | 6.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 95DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | AC | 10.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 95DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, 4 C internal | 12V DC | Won't run (Draws 10.4 A at 12V, port limit is 10 A) |
| Dometic CFX3 95DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, large zone 4 C, small zone -15 C | AC | 6.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Dometic CFX3 95DZ | 12 V, 32 C ambient, large zone 4 C, small zone -15 C | 12V DC | Won't run (Draws 10.4 A at 12V, port limit is 10 A) |
Assumptions: AC efficiency 85% assumed; Average load from 265 Wh per day ÷ 24; 12V DC efficiency 90% assumed; Average load from 282 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 297 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 320 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 346 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 412 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 876 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 521 Wh per day ÷ 24; Average load from 948 Wh per day ÷ 24. Compare stations for this: How long will a power station run a 12V fridge?
Air conditioners
2 of 8 appliance, mode and power-path combinations run, for 0.4 hours.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| EcoFlow WAVE 2 | Cooling, rated input (AC) | AC | 0.4calculatedsurge unverified |
| EcoFlow WAVE 2 | Cooling, maximum power | AC | Won't run (Needs 700 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| EcoFlow WAVE 2 | Heating, rated input (AC) | AC | 0.4calculatedsurge unverified |
| EcoFlow WAVE 3 | Cooling, rated input (AC) | AC | Won't run (Needs 690 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| EcoFlow WAVE 3 | Cooling, maximum power | AC | Won't run (Needs 700 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| EcoFlow WAVE 3 | Heating, rated input (AC) | AC | Won't run (Needs 645 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| LG LW1017ERSM 10,000 BTU window AC | Cooling, rated watts (115 V) | AC | Won't run (Needs 820 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| LG LW8017ERSM 8,000 BTU window AC | Cooling, rated watts (115 V) | AC | Won't run (Needs 660 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
Assumptions: AC efficiency 85% assumed. Compare stations for this: How long will a portable power station run an air conditioner?
Coffee makers
This station cannot run any of the coffee makers in our data.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Beach Grind and Brew 12-Cup 45500 | Brewing, rated electrical power (manufacturer label figure) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,100 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Hamilton Beach Coffee Maker 46290 | Brewing, rated electrical power (manufacturer label figure) | AC | Won't run (Needs 900 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Hamilton Beach Coffeemaker 49618 | Brewing, rated electrical power (manufacturer label figure) | AC | Won't run (Needs 950 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Hamilton Beach 2-Way FlexBrew 49940 | Brewing, rated electrical power (manufacturer label figure) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,050 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
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CPAP machines
10 of 10 appliance, mode and power-path combinations run, for 3.0 to 38.5 hours.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breas Z1 | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | AC | 11.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Breas Z2 Auto | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | AC | 11.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Philips DreamStation 2 | Power supply rating (80 W; upper bound, not typical draw) | AC | 3.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Philips DreamStation 2 | Power supply rating (80 W; upper bound, not typical draw) | 12V DC | 3.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirMini | Typical power consumption (HumidX waterless) | AC | 36.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirMini | Typical power consumption (HumidX waterless) | 12V DC | 38.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirSense 10 | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | AC | 4.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirSense 10 | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | 12V DC | 4.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirSense 11 | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | AC | 4.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| ResMed AirSense 11 | Typical power consumption (manufacturer figure) | 12V DC | 4.5calculatedsurge unverified |
Assumptions: AC efficiency 85% assumed; 12V DC efficiency 90% assumed. Compare stations for this: How long will a portable power station run a CPAP?
Laptops
4 of 4 appliance, mode and power-path combinations run, for 1.0 to 7.5 hours.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple MacBook Air 13-inch (M4, 2025) | Bundled 30 W USB-C charger rating (maximum, not typical draw) | AC | 7.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Apple MacBook Pro 16-inch (2024, M4 Pro/Max) | Bundled 140 W USB-C charger rating (maximum, not typical draw) | AC | 1.6calculatedsurge unverified |
| ASUS ROG Zephyrus G14 (2022, GA402) | 240 W adapter rating (maximum, not typical draw) | AC | 1.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Lenovo ThinkPad T14 Gen 6 (Intel) | 65 W USB-C AC adapter rating (maximum, not typical draw) | AC | 3.5calculatedsurge unverified |
Assumptions: AC efficiency 85% assumed. Compare stations for this: How long will a portable power station run a laptop?
Microwaves
This station cannot run any of the microwaves in our data.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Danby DDMW0075 | Microwave at full power, rated input | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,100 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Farberware FMO09AHTBKE | Microwave at full power, rated input | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,350 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Panasonic NN-SD372S | Microwave at full power, rated input | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,200 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Panasonic NN-SN966S | Microwave at full power, rated input | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,460 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Toshiba EM925A5A-BS | Microwave at full power, rated input | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,350 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
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Space heaters
This station cannot run any of the space heaters in our data.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vornado AVH2 | High heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,500 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado AVH2 | Low heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 750 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado AVH4 | High heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,500 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado AVH4 | Low heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 750 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VMH300 | High heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,500 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VMH300 | Low heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 750 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VMH500 | High heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,500 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VMH500 | Low heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 750 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VTH | High heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 1,500 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
| Vornado VTH | Low heat setting (rated) | AC | Won't run (Needs 750 W, inverter limit is 600 W) |
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Starlink
7 of 7 appliance, mode and power-path combinations run, for 2.5 to 6.0 hours.
| Device | Mode | Power path | Runtime (hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starlink Mini | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 25-40 W, upper end used) | AC | 5.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Mini | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 25-40 W, upper end used) | 12V DC | 6.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Mini X | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 25-40 W, upper end used) | AC | 5.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Mini X | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 25-40 W, upper end used) | 12V DC | 6.0calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Performance | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 75-100 W, upper end used) | AC | 2.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Performance | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 75-100 W, upper end used) | 12V DC | 2.5calculatedsurge unverified |
| Starlink Standard 4 X | Average power consumption (manufacturer range 75-100 W, upper end used) | AC | 2.5calculatedsurge unverified |
Assumptions: AC efficiency 85% assumed; 12V DC efficiency 90% assumed. Compare stations for this: How long will a portable power station run Starlink?
What about electric blankets?
We show no runtimes for heated blankets. The Berkshire Blanket & Home Co. manual says not to use its blankets with generators, power converters or inverters, and a power station's AC outlet is an inverter. Read why.
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