Newest X431 PRO5 with Smartlink 2.0 VCI, and X431 PRO3S+ V5.0 is new released too, how to choose Launch X431 PRO3S+ V5.0 vs X431 PRO5?What functions do I get with Smartlink that I don’t get with DBScar VII?
Launch X431 Pro3S+ vs X431 Pro5
Item | X431 PRO3S+ V5.0
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Launch X431 Pro5
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Processor | 2.0GHz 4-core | 2.0GHz 4-core |
RAM | 4G | 4G |
ROM | 64G | 64GB(128G expandable) |
Battery capacity | 7000mAh/3.8v | 7000mAh/3/8v |
Andriod Version | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 |
Screen Size | 10.1 inch | 10.1 inch |
Screen resolution | 1920×1200 | 1920×1200 |
Wi-Fi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5GHz |
Camera | 5.0 MP Pixel Rear Camera | Rear 8.0 MP/ Front 5.0 MP |
Communication | VCI USB/Bluetooth | VCI/Bluetooth |
VCI | DBScar VII | SmartLink C |
Basic Functions(Read & Clear the codes and data stream) | Yes | Yes |
Service Functions | 35+ | 50+ |
Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes |
Active Test | Yes | Yes |
Auto VIN | Yes | Yes |
Scan VIN/License | Yes | Yes |
Remote Desk | Yes | Yes |
Topology | Yes | Yes |
Online Programming | NO | Yes, built-in BMW and Benz online programming |
Online Coding | Yes | Yes, BMW, Benz and VAG online coding |
Online FFS Activation | Yes | Yes |
Online Calibration & Matching | Yes | Yes |
Guided
Function |
Yes | Yes |
Offline
Programming |
Yes | Yes |
Flash Hidden Function | Yes | Yes |
TSGUN TPMS module | Yes, with i-TPMS( or TSGUN) | Yes, with i-TPMS( or TSGUN) |
X-prog3 IMMO programmer | Yes, with X-Prog3 | Yes, with X-prog3 |
Battery Test | Yes, with BST360 battery tester | Yes with BST360 battery tester |
ADAS | Yes | Yes |
Videoscope | Yes with VSP600 | Yes with VSP600 |
Heavy duty module | Yes with HDIII or Smartlink C V2.0 Truck Module | Yes, buy with License+Adapter is OK |
Diagnostic Protocols: D-PDU/J2534/RP1210 |
Yes | |
Bus Protocols:DoIP/CAN FD | Yes | |
FCA AutoAuth | Yes | Yes |
Tesla software | Yes, purchase from Mall | Yes, purchase from Mall |
Update | 2 Years Free Update, after 2 years, 429EUR 2 years update | 2 Years Free Update, after 2 years, 429EUR 2 years update |
Super remote diagnosis | No | Yes, but need activation |
In Sum:
1. Launch X431 Pro3S+ V5.0 and Launch X431 Pro5 have many similarities, they have the same diagnostic functions, support online coding and FCA Autoauth. All come with 2 years free update. They all supports x-prog3, itpms, bst-360, vsp600, ADAS calibration, ev diagnosis kit.
2. The main difference is that Pro3s+ V5.0 and Pro5 have different VCI. Pro3s+ V5.0 has DBscar VII Bluetooth connector while Pro5 has SmartLink 2.0 VCI. Smartlink VCI can do CAN2.0/J2534/D-PDU, CAN FD DoIP protocols for newer vehicles. And X431 PRO5 can do Benz and BMW online programming, Pro3s+ V5.0 cannot. Smartlink 2.0 can also be used as j2534 passthru for official brand software.
3. They use different heavy-duty module, pro3s+ V5.0 uses Smartlink C V2.0 while PRO5 uses truck cables set with license.
4. PRO3S+ V5.0 don’t support the Super Remote function, NEW PRO5 with Smartlink C can support it, old PRO5 doesn’t, if you have old PRO5 and want to add the Super Remote function please order Launch X431 SmartLink C SmartLink B Remote Diagnostic device.