In the previous article, we shared the guide to buying European Professional Software License Pack for Launch X431 PAD VII and X431 PRO5 SmartLink. Many customers wonder what the difference between X431 PRO5 SmartLink and old Pro5 Smartbox is, so we made a compare table below for reference.
Launch X431 Pro5 SmartLink vs. Pro5 Smartbox:
| Item | Launch X431 Pro5 SmartLink | Launch X431 Pro5 Smartbox |
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| Operating system | Android 9.0 | Android 9.0 |
| CPU | 1.8Ghz 8 core | 1.8Ghz 8 core |
| Internal memory | 4GB | 4GB |
| Storage | 32GB, expandable to +128Gb | 32GB, expandable to +128Gb |
| Screen | 10.1 1920X1200 full HD | 10.1 1920X1200 full HD IPS |
| Battery | 7000mAh | 7000mAh |
| WiFi | 2.4 and 5Ghz | 2.4 and 5Ghz |
| Cameras | front 5MP, Rear 8MP | front 5MP, Rear 8MP |
| Protocol | J2534/DOIP/CANFD/HD | J2534/DOIP/CANFD/HD |
| IP Restriction | No IP Restrictions | Global Version, No IP limitation |
| Full Bidirectional Active Test | Yes | Yes |
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes |
| Dual diagnostic Mode | Yes, local diagnostic mode and super remote diagnostic mode | No, only local diagnostic mode |
| ECU Coding | Yes | Yes |
| Service Function | 50 service reset: ABS Bleeding/TPS/Oil light service reset/EPB/TPMS/CVT/SAS/Battery Registration/IMMO/Suspension reset/Sunroof reset and etc. | 50 service reset: ABS Bleeding/TPS/Oil light service reset/EPB/TPMS/CVT/SAS/Battery Registration/IMMO/Suspension reset/Sunroof reset and etc. |
| Online database | Purchase European professional software license pack in Mall (contains CarSET Pro database) | No |
| VCI | SmartLink C 2.0 | SmartBox 3.0 |
| Super Remote Diagnostics | Yes, with Smartlink 2.0 and Smartlink remote diagnosis license (will come in May or June 2024) | No |
| VCI Parameter | RAM 256M | Cortex-A7+Cortex-M7 |
| ROM 8GB | Linux OS | |
| Local Diagnosis: WiFi/BT/USB | RAM 256M | |
| SmartLink Remote Diagnosis: WiFi/Ethernet | ROM 8GB | |
| 3.97-inch TFT screen, 320*480 resolution | WiFi: 2.4GHz/5GHz dual-band | |
| USB: Type C | ||
| Connection | Bluetooth (Local diagnosis)
Ethernet (remote diagnosis) |
WiFi |
| FCA AutoAuth Access Security Gateway (SGW) | Optional | Optional |
| Passthru J2534 flashing | Yes | Yes |
| DoIP | Yes | Yes |
| Adaptation, coding | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS calibration functions | Optional | Optional |
| TPMS functions | TSGUN | TSGUN |
| IMMO programming | X-PROG3 | X-PROG3 |
| VAG Guided Function | Yes | Yes |
| Add Modules to Expand Features | ADAS Calibration Toolkit; VSP-600 VideoScope; X431 TPMS TSGUN; BST360 Bluetooth Battery Tester; X-PROG & X-PROG3 Immobilizer | ADAS Calibration Toolkit; VSP-600 VideoScope; X431 TPMS TSGUN; BST360 Bluetooth Battery Tester; X-PROG & X-PROG3 Immobilizer |
| HD Support | optional HD truck package | optional HD truck package |
| Update | 2 Years free update | 2 Years Free Update |
| Vehicle coverage | 150+Brands Vehicles from 1996-2022, Support HD protocol | Vehicles coverage with over 100+ worldwide makes from America, Europe and Asia |
| AutoVIN Scan | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi Printer | Optional | Optional |
Similarities:
Both have the same hardware configuration.
Both support BMW/Benz online programming and J2534 OEM programming
Both support the same local diagnosis.
Differences:
The new X431 Pro5 is equipped with Smartlink C 2.0 passthru, and has type- C connector.
Smartlink 2.0 supports dual diagnosis mode: local diagnosis and super remote diagnosis.
The old Pro5 is equipped with Smartbox 3.0 VCI, and only supports local diagnostic mode.
2024 Launch X431 Pro5 with J2534 Smartlink 2.0:
