APC Smart-UPS SCL500RM1UC
A 1U lithium UPS for a network rack where height and battery life matter more than output.
Amazon $470.99$470.99
The APC Smart-UPS SCL500RM1UC rates 2.8 among rackmount and online UPS battery backups; the CyberPower SL700U rates 2.8 among desktop (under 1,000 VA) ones. The CyberPower SL700U costs $381.04 less ($89.95 vs $470.99).
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$89.95
Scores side by side
These two sit in different size classes (rackmount and online and desktop (under 1,000 VA)), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own size peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | APC Smart-UPS SCL500RM1UC | CyberPower SL700U |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 2.8/5 |
| Value 25% | 1 $117.75 per 100 W ($470.99, 400 W) | 77 $24.31 per 100 W ($89.95, 370 W) |
| Output 15% | 10 400 W rated output | 8 370 W rated output |
| Topology and waveform 20% | 75 topology not published, sine wave | 0 standby, simulated sine wave |
| Runtime 10% | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) | 50 runtime at 100 W not published (neutral score used) |
| Features 15% | 40 software or network management, lithium battery | 35 USB charging, software or network management |
| Warranty 15% | 70 5-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published | 44 3-year warranty, $100,000 equipment guarantee |
Specifications
| APC Smart-UPS SCL500RM1UC | CyberPower SL700U | |
|---|---|---|
| Power | ||
| Rated apparent power | 500 VA | 700 VA |
| Rated real power | 400 W | 370 W |
| Topology | - | Standby |
| Battery waveform | Sine wave | Simulated sine |
| Automatic voltage regulation | - | No |
| Battery and runtime | ||
| Battery type | Lithium | - |
| Outlets and features | ||
| Outlets | 4 (all on battery) | 8 (5 on battery) |
| Format | Rackmount | Desktop |
| Display | LED indicators | LED indicators |
| USB charging ports | No | Yes |
| Data port, software or network option | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Connected-equipment guarantee | - | $100,000 |