Anycubic Photon P1 Max vs Elegoo Saturn 4
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max leads on the available specs (starting with work area); Saturn 4 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 4
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | ~299–319 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 32.74 × 32.92 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 13.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 144 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 240 V |
| Declared precision | 24.8 μm | 0.02 mm |
| 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) | — | 70 mm/h |
| Tilt / peel system | — | Standard FEP |
| 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 machine is supported by major slicing software on the market, including optimized profiles for CHITUBOX and VoxelDance Tango, ensuring broad operational flexibility. The system relies entirely on USB connection for file transfer and offline printing, eliminating any dependency on cloud services. The onboard interface is managed via a practical 3.5-inch resistive touchscreen that allows users to start prints, monitor basic parameters, and utilize automated diagnostic features, such as the initial self-check of mechanics and sensors. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Saturn 4 218.88×122.88 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+127%)
Which one to choose
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