DeWalt DCS7485 vs. DeWalt DWE7480

We’ll take a look at these two DeWalt table saws: the DeWalt DCS7485 and the DeWalt DWE7480. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DCS7485 and of the DeWalt DWE7480.

NOTE: The DWE7480 has been discontinued. You might look at alternatives.

Features & Benefits

You can read more in our complete guide to buying a table saw.

Related: Table Saw Buying Guide: What to Look For

Power & Motor

The DWE7480 is corded, runs on 120 V, and draws 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support the.

The DCS7485 is cordless and requires 60 V batteries.

The DCS7485 motor produces 5800 rpm and the DWE7480 motor produces 4800 rpm. Don’t pay too much attention to these numbers, because the manufacturers measure them under no-load conditions, and they don’t have a useful impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both table saws have a 5/8” arbor. The DCS7485 takes 8 1/4” diameter saw blades. The DWE7480 accepts 10” diameter blades. Ten inches is the most common size for table saw blades, so it shouldn’t be a problem to find a huge variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

Neither product accepts dado blades. For woodworkers, this could be a significant deficiency. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

Both saws have 12” of rip capacity on the left side of the blade. The DCS7485 has 24” of rip capacity on the right. The DWE7480 has 24 1/2” of rip capacity on the right side. All else being equal, more rip capacity is better, but it often also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about how big of rip cuts you’ll be making to help choose the right size saw for you.

The DCS7485 can cut up to 2 1/2” at a 90° angle and can cut up to 1 3/4” deep at a 45° angle. The DWE7480 can bevel the blade up to 45°, can cut up to 3 1/8” at a 90° angle, and can cut up to 2 1/4” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the DCS7485 is 22 3/4” wide and 22 3/4” deep. The table on the DWE7480 is 23 1/2” wide and 23 3/4” deep.

Pros & Cons

Let’s take a look at some of the pluses and minuses of these products.

For the DCS7485:

For the DWE7480:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side look at these products’ specs. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DCS7485 and of the DeWalt DWE7480. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS7485 with other products

	DeWalt DCS7485	DeWalt DWE7480
Brand	DeWalt	DeWalt
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	60 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	15 A
Table Dimensions	22 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	23 1/2” W × 23 3/4” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D	3/4” W × 3/8” D
Miter Slot Shape	T-slot
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	4800 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24”	24 1/2”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	12”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel		45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 1/2”	3 1/8”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	2 1/4”
Maximum Dado Width
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter		2 1/4”
Weight	48 lbs	45 lbs (without optional stand)
Warranty	3 years
Pros	Long battery life for most common jobs Compact and portable	Compact size and light weight Respectable 24 1/2” rip capacity Precise rack-and-pinion fence
Cons	No option to attach AC adapter instead of battery	Small table Mediocre miter gauge No included stand Can’t accept dado sets
Included Accessories		10” 24-tooth blade Site-Pro modular guard system Miter gauge Rip fence
Other Notes		Discontinued
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