Ridgid R4512 vs. Ryobi RTS12

Let’s take a look at these two table saws: the Ridgid R4512 and the Ryobi RTS12. If you want more details, check out our full reviews of the Ridgid R4512 and of the Ryobi RTS12.

Features & Benefits

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Power & Motor

Both table saws are corded and run on 120 V. The R4512 draws 13 amps. The RTS12 draws 15 amps. Standard U.S. residential circuits are 120 V, 15 A, which will support either of the saws.

The R4512 motor spins at 3450 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 take 10” diameter blades and have a 5/8” arbor. 10” is the most common diameter for table saw blades, so you should be able 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 arbor maximizes blade compatibility.

The Ridgid accepts dado blades up to 13/16” thick. The Ryobi takes dado blades up to 1/2” thick.

Size & Capacity

The Ridgid has 30” of rip capacity to the right side of the blade and has 15” 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. Generally speaking, 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.

Both table saws can bevel the blade up to 45°. The R4512 can cut up to 3 1/4” deep at a 90° angle and can cut up to 2 1/4” at a 45° angle. The RTS12 can cut up to 3” deep at a 90° angle and can cut up to 2 1/2” at a 45° angle.

The table on the Ridgid has a width of 40” and a depth of 27”. 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 Ridgid:

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 Ridgid R4512 and of the Ryobi RTS12. You can view comparisons of the Ridgid R4512 with other products

	Ridgid R4512	Ryobi RTS12
Brand	Ridgid	Ryobi
Power Type	corded	corded
Power - Voltage	120 V	120 V
Power - Amps	13 A	15 A
Power - HP		3 hp
Table Dimensions	40” W × 27” D	27.36” W × 30 1/2” D
Miter Slot Dimensions	3/4” W × 3/8” D
No-load RPM	3450 rpm	5000 rpm
Rip Capacity (Right)	30”	12”
Rip Capacity (Left)	15”	8”
Blade Diameter	10”	10”
Maximum Bevel	45°	45°
Depth of Cut (at 90°)	3 1/4”	3”
Depth of Cut (at 45°)	2 1/4”	2 1/2”
Maximum Dado Width	13/16”	1/2” (with optional throat insert)
Arbor Size	5/8”	5/8”
Dust Port Diameter	4”
Dimensions		14” (without stand) H
Weight	267 lbs	51 lbs
Drive Mechanism	belt-drive
Warranty	3 year
Pros	Accessory slots for installing auxiliary wings Cast iron top for precise cutting Retractable wheels for easy moving around shop	Powerful motor compared to similarly-priced saws Can accept dado blades with optional throat insert
Cons	May require alignment out of the box to ensure blade is straight	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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