Anycubic Photon P1 Max vs Elegoo Saturn 3 Ultra
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max leads on the available specs (starting with work area); Saturn 3 Ultra makes sense only for non-technical reasons (availability, support, ecosystem), or if the missing data matters in your case.
| Parameter |
Photon P1 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
Saturn 3 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2023 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | 549 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 31.24 × 31.24 × 52.74 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 12 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 260 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 150 W |
| Maximum speed | — | 2.5 mm/min |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 19 µm |
| Category specs | ||
| Build area XY (short side) (mm) | 214 mm | 122.88 mm |
| XY resolution (µm) | 24.8 µm | 19 µm |
| Light source | Mono LCD | Mono LCD |
| Print speed (mm/h) | — | 150 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Film ACF |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The system supports file formats generated by the most popular third-party print preparation software, such as ChiTuBox and LycheeSlicer, ensuring operational flexibility and a consolidated workflow. The manufacturer also provides Anycubic Photon Workshop, the proprietary application optimized to fine-tune exposure parameters, manage advanced supports, and fully exploit the screen's pixel density without slowing down layer calculation. | The device offers flexible connectivity manageable via integrated wireless network or standard USB port, facilitating the transfer of print files without physical proximity constraints. It natively supports the main formats generated by the most popular slicing software in the resin 3D printing landscape, such as CHITUBOX and Voxeldance Tango, ensuring full compatibility and flexibility in the digital workflow. The proprietary firmware ensures smooth management of settings directly from the touch screen interface integrated on the machine. Since no mandatory dependencies on closed cloud platforms are found, the user maintains total control over their files and local print preparation, guaranteeing maximum data privacy and operational continuity even without an internet connection. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Saturn 3 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+127%)
Which one to choose
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