DeWalt DCS7485 vs. Ryobi RTS12

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DCS7485 and the Ryobi RTS12. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DCS7485 and of the Ryobi RTS12.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

The RTS12 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 runs on 60 V batteries.

The DCS7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the RTS12 motor spins at 5000 rpm. Don’t get too caught up in these numbers, since the manufacturers measure them under ideal conditions, and they don’t have a direct impact on the saw’s real-world ability to handle different material.

Blade Compatibility

Both saws have a 5/8” arbor. The DCS7485 accepts 8 1/4” diameter blades. The RTS12 takes 10” diameter blades. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so it should be no problem to find a huge variety of blades to suit your needs. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size of arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Ryobi accepts dado blades up to 1/2” thick. The DeWalt doesn’t accept dado blades. For woodworkers, this might be a significant deficiency. If you anticipate wanting to use dado blades, you might want to look at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt has 24” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade and has 12” of rip capacity to the left. The Ryobi has 12” of rip capacity to the right side and has 8” of rip capacity to the left of the blade. As a rule, more rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger, heavier saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and 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 RTS12 can bevel up to 45°, can cut up to 3” at a 90° angle, and can cut up to 2 1/2” deep at a 45° angle.

The table on the DeWalt has a width of 22 3/4” and a depth of 22 3/4”. The table on the Ryobi has a width of 27.36” and a depth of 30 1/2”.

Pros & Cons

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

For the DeWalt:

For the Ryobi:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the DeWalt DCS7485 and of the Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DCS7485 with other products

	DeWalt DCS7485	Ryobi RTS12
Brand	DeWalt	Ryobi
Power Type	cordless	corded
Power - Voltage	60 V	120 V
Power - Amps	n/a	15 A
Power - HP		3 hp
Table Dimensions	22 3/4” W × 22 3/4” D	27.36” W × 30 1/2” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D
Miter Slot Shape	T-slot
No-load RPM	5800 rpm	5000 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	24”	12”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	8”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel		45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 1/2”	3”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	1 3/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width		1/2” (with optional throat insert)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dimensions		14” (without stand) H
Weight	48 lbs	51 lbs
Warranty	3 years
Pros	Long battery life for most common jobs Compact and portable	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
Cons	No option to attach AC adapter instead of battery	Stand is not very sturdy, so use caution when operating Only one miter slot limits flexibility and use of jigs and sleds
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