CyberPower OL1500RTXL2U vs CyberPower OL1K5RM

Last updated: November 9, 2026

The CyberPower OL1500RTXL2U is the better UPS battery backup overall, rated 3.3 to 3.2. The CyberPower OL1500RTXL2U leads on warranty and output. The CyberPower OL1K5RM costs $216 less ($1,179.95 vs $1,395.95).

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CyberPower OL1500RTXL2U vs CyberPower OL1K5RM

Which should you buy?

Scores side by side

Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every rackmount and online UPS battery backup; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.

Factor weightCyberPower OL1500RTXL2UCyberPower OL1K5RM
Overall rating3.3/53.2/5
Value 25%7 $103.40 per 100 W ($1,395.95, 1,350 W)10 $98.33 per 100 W ($1,179.95, 1,200 W)
Output 15%71 1,350 W rated output61 1,200 W rated output
Topology and waveform 20%100 online double-conversion, sine wave100 online double-conversion, 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 LCD, software or network management40 LCD, software or network management
Warranty 15%62 3-year warranty, $400,000 equipment guarantee35 3-year warranty, no equipment guarantee published

Specifications

CyberPower OL1500RTXL2UCyberPower OL1K5RM
Power
Rated apparent power1,500 VA1,500 VA
Rated real power1,350 W1,200 W
TopologyOnline (double-conversion)Online (double-conversion)
Battery waveformSine waveSine wave
Outlets and features
Outlets8 (all on battery)8
FormatRackmountRackmount
DisplayLCDLCD
Data port, software or network optionYesYes
Warranty
Warranty3 years3 years
Connected-equipment guarantee$400,000-

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