What is the difference between 2024 new Launch X431 Pro5 Smartlink and the old Pro5?
Check the table comparison below:
| Item | Launch X431 Pro5 SmartLink | Launch X431 Pro5 Smartbox | 
| Image |  |  | 
| Operating system | Android 10.0 | Android 9.0 | 
| CPU | 2.0GHz 4-core processor | 1.8Ghz 8 core | 
| Internal memory | 4GB | 4GB | 
| Storage | 64GB | 32GB, expandable to +128Gb | 
| Screen | 10.1 1280x 800 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 | No | 
| VCI Parameter | RAM 256M ROM 8GB Local Diagnosis: WiFi/BT/USB Type C SmartLink Remote Diagnosis: WiFi/Ethernet 3.97-inch TFT screen, 320*480 resolution | Cortex-A7+Cortex-M7 Linux OS RAM 256M ROM 8GB WiFi: 2.4GHz/5GHz dual-band USB: Type B | 
| 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 | 
In sum:
Pro5 tablet has the same configuration. The biggest difference is the VCI. The new X431 Pro5 comes with Smartlink C 2.0 passthru while the old comes with Smartbox 3.0 VCI. New Pro5 has type C connector.
They all supports BMW/Benz online programming and J2534 OEM programming. The Smartlink 2.0 supports dual diagnosis mode: local diagnosis and super remote diagnosis.
As for local diagnosis, they are the same.
*Super remote diagnosis requires license from Launch X431. The license will be available on obdii365.com in May or June 2024.
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