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Amazon Basics Standby UPS 800VA / 450W, 12 Outlets

Amazon Basics Standby UPS 800VA / 450W is a compact standby battery backup and surge protector for home-office, network and entertainment equipment. Six outlets provide battery backup as well as surge protection, while six are surge-protected only. Its simulated sine wave output and 450W maximum make checking your equipment’s power needs and power-supply compatibility important before buying.

At a glance

  • Six of the 12 outlets provide battery backup and surge protection. The other six are surge-protected only.
  • USB communication and downloadable management software are described for connecting the UPS to a computer and automating shutdown.
  • The manufacturer recommends keeping the connected load below 80% of rated capacity for optimal system performance.
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Reference price: $135.89

Price checked: Nov 12, 2026

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Pros and cons

Pros

  • Twelve outlets give room to connect several devices, with six receiving battery backup during an outage.
  • USB communication and management software can support a computer shutdown routine during an outage.
  • The listed 450W capacity is suited to a load that remains within the unit’s rating and recommended operating margin.

Cons

  • Simulated sine wave output may not suit equipment with active PFC power supplies, according to the listing.
  • Only six outlets provide battery backup, so connected equipment must be prioritised.
  • The specified capacity is limited to 450W, which may constrain the combined load.

Technical specifications

15 specifications
Identity
BrandAmazon Basics
ModelAmazon Basics UPS - 800 VA
Power and battery
Capacity800VA / 450W
Battery life listed150 seconds
Battery typeLead Acid
Output typeSimulated Sine Wave Output
Output current3.75 A
Input voltage120 volts
Frequency listed60 Hz
Outlets and connections
Outlets12 outlets total (NEMA 5-15R), consisting of 6 surge-protected outlets and 6 surge-protected/battery-backup outlets
Plug and cord5-foot cord with NEMA 5-15P right angle and 45-degree offset plug (120V - 50Hz / 60Hz)
CommunicationUSB Communication Port
Dimensions and installation
Form factorRack
Dimensions listed31 x 17.8 x 8 centimetres
Weight listed4.26 kg

What to know before buying

Listing details to confirm

The listing gives conflicting or inconsistent details: the title says 800VA / 450W, the model names 800 VA, and the listed battery-life and runtime fields state 150 seconds and 2 minutes. The frequency appears as 60 Hz in one field and 50Hz / 60Hz in the cord description. Confirm the applicable runtime and electrical details for your selected unit. Battery runtime depends on the connected load, and the listing recommends keeping it below 80% of rated capacity. Check compatibility if your equipment uses an active PFC power supply, since the output is described as simulated sine wave.

Who is it for?

A good fit for

  • Home-office users seeking short-outage backup and surge protection for a modest equipment load.
  • Home-network or entertainment setups that can prioritise up to six devices for battery backup.
  • Buyers who want USB communication for computer shutdown management.

Less suited to

  • Equipment setups whose combined power demand exceeds 450W or requires longer backup than the load-specific runtime allows.
  • Buyers whose equipment requires pure sine wave output or whose active PFC compatibility has not been confirmed.
  • Setups needing battery backup at all 12 outlets.
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Customer reviews on Amazon

4.3 / 5 · 3,364 ratings
  • 5 stars66%66%
  • 4 stars18%18%
  • 3 stars5%5%
  • 2 stars5%5%
  • 1 star6%6%

Customer feedback reports positive experiences with reliability, setup, protection and the number of outlets, while opinions are mixed on overall quality, battery life and compatibility. Those mixed points matter in practice because the unit has a 450W rating, only six battery-backed outlets and simulated sine wave output. The generally positive rating distribution is encouraging, but aggregate ratings do not establish performance or compatibility for a particular setup.

Positive themes

  • Customer feedback describes the unit as easy to set up and use, and reports satisfaction with the protection and outlet count.
  • Feedback also includes positive impressions of reliability and value for money.

Mixed feedback

  • Customer feedback is mixed on product quality, battery life and compatibility. Check the connected equipment’s requirements and plan around the load-dependent backup time.

Frequently asked questions

Do all 12 outlets provide battery backup?

No. The listing says six outlets provide both battery backup and surge protection, while the other six are surge-protected only.

How much equipment can it support?

The listed maximum is 450 watts. The manufacturer recommends keeping the load below 80% of rated capacity for optimal performance, so total the connected devices’ power needs before plugging them in.

Is its output pure sine wave?

No. The listing describes simulated sine wave output and says this is intended for equipment without active PFC power supplies. Confirm compatibility for your devices.

Can it trigger a computer shutdown during an outage?

The listing describes a USB communication port and downloadable management software for automating a graceful shutdown when connected to a computer.

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