Photon P1 Max vs Saturn 4 Ultra
Technical comparison · Resin 3D printing
Photon P1 Max leads on the measurable specs (starting with work area), while Saturn 4 Ultra shows no advantage of its own. Choose Photon P1 Max, unless non-technical factors (availability, support, ecosystem) tip the balance.
| Parameter |
Photon P1 Max
Anycubic
F3 · Advanced
|
Saturn 4 Ultra
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2024 |
| Use tier | F3 — Advanced | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | — | 399 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 32.7 × 32.9 × 54.8 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 14.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 285.5 × 214 mm | 218.88 × 122.88 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 300 mm | 220 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 150 W |
| Voltage (V) | — | 24 V |
| Maximum speed | — | 150 mm/s |
| 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 | — | Tilt |
| 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 natively supports the proprietary ChituBox preparation software and is fully compatible with popular third-party slicers in the industry. File management and remote monitoring are handled via the desktop application connected to the local Wi-Fi network. Advanced functions of the integrated camera enable automatic time-lapse video generation and anomaly identification during the placement of initial layers. File transfer is not bound to mandatory proprietary remote servers, ensuring operational continuity offline via the USB port. |
The differences that matter
- Work area: Photon P1 Max 285.5×214 mm vs Saturn 4 Ultra 218.88×122.88 mm — Photon P1 Max wins (+127%)
Which one to choose
Choose Saturn 4 Ultra if…
it shows no measurable advantage over Photon P1 Max on the available specs: consider it on price or availability.
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