DeWalt DWE7485 vs. Ryobi RTS12

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the DeWalt DWE7485 and the Ryobi RTS12. To get more details, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7485 and of the Ryobi RTS12.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both table saws are corded, run on 120 V, and draw 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.

The DWE7485 motor spins at 5800 rpm and the RTS12 motor spins at 5000 rpm. But 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 products have a 5/8” arbor. The DWE7485 takes 8 1/4” diameter blades. The RTS12 accepts 10” diameter blades. 10” is a very popular diameter for table saw blades, meaning it won’t be a problem to find a wide variety of blades. Most 8-to-10” blades have a 5/8” arbor hole, so this size arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Ryobi takes dado blades up to 1/2” thick. The DeWalt can’t handle dado blades. For woodworkers, this might be a significant deficiency. If you’ll want to use dado blades, consider loooking at a different model.

Size & Capacity

The DeWalt has 24 1/2” 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 of the blade and has 8” of rip capacity to the left. All else being equal, larger rip capacity is better, but it typically also means a larger (and heavier) saw. Think about what types of rip cuts you’ll be making and choose the right size saw for you.

Both table saws can bevel their blades up to 45°. The DWE7485 will cut up to 2 9/16” at 90° and can cut up to 1 3/4” deep at an angle of 45°. The RTS12 is able to cut up to 3” at a 90° angle and will cut up to 2 1/2” deep at 45°.

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.

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For the Ryobi:

Comparison Chart

Below is a full side-by-side comparison of these products’ specs. To get more details, read our full reviews of the DeWalt DWE7485 and of the Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the DeWalt DWE7485 with other products

	DeWalt DWE7485	Ryobi RTS12
Brand	DeWalt	Ryobi
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	15 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 1/2”	12”
Rip Capacity (Left)	12”	8”
Blade Diameter	8 1/4”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	2 9/16”	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”
Dust Port Diameter	2 1/2”
Dimensions	13” H	14” (without stand) H
Weight	46 lbs	51 lbs
Pros	Rack-and-pinion fence is easy to operate Light and easy to move	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
Cons	Does not support dado blades Included blade is construction-quality, needs upgrading for woodworking	Stand is not very sturdy, so use caution when operating Only one miter slot limits flexibility and use of jigs and sleds
Included Accessories	Saw blade Rip fence Miter gauge Modular guard system Adjustment wrenches
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