Launch X431 Pro5 Smartlink vs Pro5 SmartBox

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 Launch X431 Pro5 With Smartlink 4 Launch X431 Pro5
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

Smartlink C 2.0

SmartBox 3.0

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.

How to Active and Use Launch Smartlink B & C Remote Diagnosis?

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