Vitamix Ascent X4 Blender 48 oz
- Capacity: 48 fl oz
- Wattage: 1500 watts
- Number of Speeds: 10
- Container Material: Plastic
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ASIN: B0D9ZVZWKXModel: Ascent X4Category: Countertop Blenders
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Overview
Professional-grade countertop blender with a 2.2-horsepower motor, five automatic blending programs, and a 48 oz self-detect container that pairs settings automatically with the base.
Built on Vitamix's metal drive system, the Ascent X4 adds a self-cleaning cycle, a touchscreen with a tamper-use indicator, and the ability to extend any program by 15 seconds. The preset smoothie program can whip in more air than some buyers prefer, in which case manual control gives a denser result.
- 2.2 HP motor with laser-cut stainless steel blades
- Five automatic blending programs plus manual control
- 60-second self-cleaning cycle
- 10-year limited warranty
Who it's for
Cooks who blend daily, work with frozen fruit or ice regularly, and want a machine expected to last for years. Less suited to buyers who only blend occasionally and don't need programmable presets.
Pros and cons
- Handles frozen fruit, ice, and nut butters without stalling
- Self-cleans in under a minute
- Five presets plus manual variable speed control
- Tamper feels hollow and less durable than the base
- Smoothie preset can add more air than blending manually
- Tamper-use icon doesn't always trigger when needed
- Premium price versus non-programmable blenders
Performance notes
The stainless steel blades and 2.2 HP motor process frozen bananas, avocado, and ice without stalling, and the self-cleaning program clears the container in under a minute with warm water and dish soap. A tamper is included for pushing thick mixtures into the blades during manual runs.
Specifications
| Brand | Vitamix |
|---|---|
| Model | Ascent X4 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9.7 × 7.8 × 17 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 48 fl ozlower than 52% of 72 countertop blenders |
| Number of Speeds | 10 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 1500 wattshigher than 66% of 100 countertop blenders |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 120 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Container Material | Plastic |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Zinc |
| Color | Brushed Stainless |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 10 years |
| Warranty Type | Full |
| Other details | |
| Container Count | 1 |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Control Type | Touch |
| Part Number | 073494 |
| Style | Countertop Blenders |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Blending, Grinding |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Blends |
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Frequently asked questions
How many blending programs does the Ascent X4 have?
Five, covering smoothies, frozen desserts, soups, frozen cocktails, and dips and spreads.
What size container comes with it?
A 48 oz BPA-free container that pairs with the base automatically via self-detect technology.
Is the container dishwasher safe?
Yes, and it also cleans in under a minute using the built-in self-cleaning program with warm water and dish soap.