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 |
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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
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SmartBox 3.0
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| 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.
How to Active and Use Launch Smartlink 2.0 Remote Diagnosis?
