Launch X431 PAD series diagnostic tools contain X431 PAD V, PAD VII, and PAD IX. What is the difference among them? Which one is the best? Check the comparison info below.
| Product Name | Launch X431 PAD V Elite (PAD5) | Launch X431 PAD VII Elite (PAD7) | Launch X431 PAD IX (PAD9) |
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| CONFIGURATION | |||
| Operating system | Android 7.1 | Android 9.0 | Android 13.0 |
| Display | 10.1″ /1920*1200 IPS | 13.3″ /1920*1080 IPS | 13.6″ /2560*1600 |
| CPU | 8-Core 2.0GHz | 8-Core 2.0GHz | 8-Core 2.0GHz |
| Memory | 4GB | 8GB | 12GB |
| Storage | 64GB (update to 128GB) | 256GB | 512GB |
| Camera | 13MP Rear+8MP Front | 13MP Rear+8MP Front | 20MP Rear+8MP Front |
| VCI Connector | Smartlink C 2.0 | Smartlink C 2.0 | Smartlink C 3.0 |
| VCI Connection | 2.4GHZ & 5GHZ dual Wi-Fi | 2.4GHZ & 5GHZ dual Wi-Fi | 2.4GHZ & 5GHz dual Wi-Fi |
| Battery | 71.1Wh (7.6V,9360mAh) | 71.1Wh (7.6V,9360mAh) | 71.1Wh (7.6V.9360mAh) |
| Adjustable Supporting Holder | YES | YES | YES |
| IP65 Waterproof & Dustproof | YES | YES | YES |
| Quick Charge Technology | YES | YES | YES |
| Charging Station | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Size(mm) | 320x211x46(mm) | 353*236*71 (mm) | 377*246*35 (mm) |
| Add-on Modules | |||
| ADAS Calibration Tool | YES | YES | YES |
| EV Add-on Kit | YES | YES | YES |
| X-PROG 3 | YES | YES | YES |
| BST360 | YES | YES | YES |
| Wi-Fi Printer | YES | YES | YES |
| X-431 TSGUN | YES | YES | YES |
| VSP-600 Videoscope | YES | YES | YES |
| 02-2 Oscilloscope | YES | YES | YES |
| S2-2 Sensorbox | YES | YES | YES |
| EG100 EV Clamp | YES | YES | YES |
| EM101N EV Oscilloscope & Multimeter | YES | YES | YES |
| X-431 Key Programmer | YES | YES | YES |
| ES200 | YES | YES | YES |
| Features | |||
| Full System Diagnosis | YES | YES | YES |
| OBD II Full Function | YES | YES | YES |
| Tech-to-Tech Remote Diagnosis | YES | YES | YES |
| Smartlink Remote Diagnosis | YES | YES | YES |
| Auto VIN Identification | YES | YES | YES |
| Bi-Directional Control | YES | YES | YES |
| Advanced Coding | YES | YES | YES |
| VW & AUDI Guided Function | YES | YES | YES |
| J2534 | YES | YES | YES |
| DoIP/CAN FD | YES | YES | YES |
| Advanced ECU Programming | YES | YES | YES |
| Topology | YES | YES | YES |
| Vehicle Coverage | Passenger Cars | Passenger Cars | Passenger Cars |
| Medium & Light Duty Vehicles | Medium & Light Duty Vehicles | Medium & Light Duty Vehicles | |
| Heavy Duty Vehicles (Optional) | Heavy Duty Vehicles (Optional) | Heavy Duty Vehicles (Optional) | |
| New Energy Vehicles & Battery Packs (Optional) | New Energy Vehicles & Battery Packs (Optional) | New Energy Vehicles & Battery Packs (Optional) | |
| IMMO Diagnosis Add-on Kit (Optional) | IMMO Diagnosis Add-on Kit (Optional) | IMMO Diagnosis Add-on Kit (Optional) | |
| SERVICE FUNCTIONS | |||
| 41 Special Functions | YES | YES | YES |
| FRM Reset | YES | YES | YES |
| Gateway Module Data Calibration | YES | YES | YES |
| ECU Reset | YES | YES | YES |
| Rainfall Light Sensor | YES | YES | YES |
| ODO Check | YES | YES | YES |
| Resetmsvin | YES | YES | YES |
| IMMO Program | YES | YES | YES |
| Motor Angle Calibration | YES | YES | YES |
| Clutching Matching | YES | YES | YES |
| Turbocharging Matching | YES | YES | YES |
Similarities:
All support Full System Diagnosis, OBD II Full Function, Tech-to-Tech Remote Diagnosis, Smartlink Remote Diagnosis, Auto VIN Identification, Bi-Directional Control, Advanced Coding, VW & AUDI Guided Function, J2534, DoIP/CAN FD, Advanced ECU Programming, 41 Special Functions, Topology Mapping, etc.
Differences:
1.Both X431 PAD V Elite and X431 PAD VII Elite come with SmartLink C 2.0 VCI, while X431 PAD IX comes with a new SmartLink C 3.0 VCI which takes more enhanced WIFI communication and more secure connection.
2.PAD IX has the newest operating system, biggest operation screen, largest memory and storage, and higher camera pixel.
3.PAD IX with multi-channel system scanning speeds up by about 10 times.
4.X431 PAD 5 has the cheapest price.
In conclusion:
If you need a much nicer hardware, you can choose X431 PAD IX (most expensive).
If you don’t have much budget (less than US$2000), X431 PAD V is enough to use.
In general, X431 PAD VII provides great value for general professional use.