There is a new version Launch X431 PAD V Link that comes with Smartlink. What is the difference between the new PAD 5 and the X431 PAD VII?
Check a table comparison below:
| Item | Launch X431 PAD V (old) | Launch X431 PAD V Elite/ X431 PAD V LINK | Launch X431 PAD VII Elite |
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| Configuration | |||
| Operating system | Android 7.1 | Android 7.1 | Android 9.0 |
| Display | 10.1″/IPS 1920*1200 | 10.1” gorilla glass
1920*1200 |
13.3″/1920*1080 IPS |
| CPU | 2.0GHz Octa-core | 2.0GHz 8-core | 2.0GHz Octa-core |
| Memory | 4GB | 4GB | 8GB |
| Storage | 64GB | 128GB | 256GB |
| Camera | 13MP Rear+8MB front | 13MP Rear+8MB front
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13MP Rear+8MB front |
| VCI Connector | Smartbox | Smartlink C | Smart Link C |
| VCI Connection | 2.4GHz & 5GHz dual WiFi/Bluetooth/USB | 2.4GHz & 5GHz dual WiFi/Bluetooth/USB | 2.4GHz & 5GHz dual WiFi/Bluetooth/USB |
| Battery | 9360 mAh | 18720 mAh | 19000mAh |
| Adjustable Supporting holder | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| IP65 waterproof & dustproof | Yes | Yes | |
| Quick charge technology | Yes | Yes | |
| Charging station | Yes | ||
| Features | |||
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| OBDII full functions | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tech-to-tech remote diagnosis | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Topology mapping | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Smartlink remote diagnosis | Yes | Yes | |
| AutoVin | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bi-directional Control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| VAG Guided Function | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ECU Coding (Online & offline) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Online Programming | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| J2534 programming | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| RP1210/D-PDU | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| J2534 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| CAN FD | Yes | Yes | |
| DoIP | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Complete TPMS service | Yes with TSGUN | Yes with TSGUN | Yes with TSGUN |
| Advanced key programming | Yes with X-prog3 and X431 Key programmer | Yes with X-prog3 and X431 Key programmer | Yes with X-prog3 and X431 Key programmer |
| ADAS calibration | Yes optional | Yes optional | Yes optional |
| Service Functions | 41+ | 40+ | 40+ |
| Vehicle coverage | Passenger cars Medium & light Duty Vehicle Heavy duty vehicles (Optional) | Passenger cars Medium & light Duty Vehicle Heavy duty vehicles (Optional) | Passenger cars Medium & light Duty Vehicle Heavy duty vehicles (Optional) |
| Software Update | 2 years free update | 2 years free update | 2 years free update |
| Compatible Modules | |||
| X431 ADAS Pro | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| X431 ADAS Mobile | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| X-prog3 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| BST-360 Battery tester | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| VSP600 videoscope | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| TSGUN/i-TPMS | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Truck software add-on | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Oscilloscope O2-1/O2-2 | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| S2-2 Sensorbox | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Price | $1,689 | $1,899 | $2,120 |
In sum:
1.
Launch X431 PAD V Elite is the update version of PAD V (old). Old PAD V comes with smartbox the new PAD V Elite comes with SmartLink VCI. It supports DoIP and CAN FD protocols. As for function, they make no major difference.
2. New Launch PAD 5 Elite has the same function as PAD VII Elite because they both come with the Smartlink C VCI. The difference new PAD V and PAD VII is that PAD7 has a newer system, bigger screen, larger battery, twice RAM and memory.
Read more:
How to Activate Online Programming Menu in Launch X431 PAD V/VII?
Launch X431 PAD V and PAD VII Online & Offline Programming Car List
