Anycubic Kobra X vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Two FDM printers at nearly the same price with opposite design choices: the Kobra X has an open frame built for speed, the Centauri Carbon closes the chamber and raises working temperatures.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2026 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 389 € | ~300–450 € |
| Price updated on | 06/2026 | — |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | — | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm |
| Weight (kg) | — | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 260 × 260 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | — | 1100 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 0.1 ±mm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | — | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 260 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | Cartesian | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 320 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | No | Yes |
| Filament sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Auto bed leveling | Mesh | Mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | No | No |
| Native Klipper | Yes | — |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 4 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | Uses Anycubic Slicer Next with AI monitoring capabilities via mobile app and remote control. | This printer is natively supported by Elegoo Slicer, a slicing software based on Orca Slicer that provides users with pre-configured, carefully optimized profiles designed to maximize both part detail and overall printing speed. Additionally, the machine's operating system is fully compatible with the most popular and community-endorsed third-party slicing software, such as Orca Slicer and Ultimaker Cura. The versatile onboard connectivity options include standard USB ports and a reliable dual-band Wi-Fi module (operating at 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz). This infrastructure enables effortless remote monitoring and comprehensive control of the printing process via its network interface and the built-in chamber camera, greatly streamlining daily workflow management. |
The differences that matter
- Enclosed chamber: present on the Centauri Carbon, absent on the Kobra X → less draft exposure for ABS/ASA on the former.
- Declared speed: 600 mm/s vs 500 mm/s → the Kobra X claims more headroom.
- Nozzle temperature: 300°C vs 320°C → the Centauri Carbon opens the door to more technical materials.
- Bed temperature: 100°C vs 110°C → better adhesion for ABS/ASA on the Centauri Carbon.
Which one to choose
Choose Kobra X if…
Anyone printing PLA or PETG who wants faster turnaround uses the Kobra X's declared speed of up to 600 mm/s. The trade-off is an open frame, more exposed to drafts, and lower temperatures (300°C nozzle, 100°C bed) that rule out the more demanding technical materials.
Choose Centauri Carbon if…
Anyone printing ABS or ASA works inside the Centauri Carbon's enclosed chamber, with a nozzle rated up to 320°C and a bed up to 110°C. The trade-off is a lower declared speed (500 mm/s versus the Kobra X's 600).
Where to buy
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Filaments for these printers
The most chosen spools among the materials both printers can print according to their specifications.
- ELEGOO PLA PLA1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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- SUNLU PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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- OVERTURE PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)High speed1.75 mm1 kg Check the price on Amazon →
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