Goal Zero
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Portable power station · 2020
82
/ 100
From $699
VS
Cooler Master
Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2
750 W · Gold
82
/ 100
From $99
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Goal Zero Yeti 500X lands at 82 and Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Goal Zero Yeti 500X if…
- ✓LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
- ✓Solar input
- ✓Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Pick Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 if…
- ✓Modular cabling on most
- ✓ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- ✓10-year warranty on many
Goal Zero Yeti 500X 82
vs 82 Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2
Score breakdown
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
82 efficiency 77
noise 86
cables 90
value 80
Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2
82 efficiency 82
noise 86
cables 86
value 84
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Goal Zero Yeti 500X | Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Portable power station | — |
| Release year | 2020 | — |
| Wattage | — | 750 W |
| Efficiency | — | Gold |
Goal Zero Yeti 500X
Pros
- +LiFePO4 chemistry on modern SKUs (4000+ cycles)
- +Solar input
- +Multiple AC/DC/USB-C outputs
Cons
- −Heavy
- −Pricey per Wh
- −Shipping restrictions (Li-ion)
Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2
Pros
- +Modular cabling on most
- +ATX 3.1 / 12V-2x6 support
- +10-year warranty on many
Cons
- −Bulky on higher wattages
- −Fan noise varies by load
- −Cable length may not fit some cases
FAQ: Goal Zero Yeti 500X vs Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2
Which is better, Goal Zero Yeti 500X or Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2? +
Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Goal Zero Yeti 500X worth the price? +
At $699, Goal Zero Yeti 500X delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in cables.
Is Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 worth the price? +
At $99, Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in noise.
Does Goal Zero Yeti 500X or Cooler Master MWE Gold 750 V2 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.