Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus and Elegoo Centauri Carbon are two fused filament fabrication (fff/fdm) in a similar class. Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if maximum z height and work area matters more; choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if price matters more.
| Parameter |
Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus
Artillery
F2 · Intermediate
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Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~380–430 € | ~300–450 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 51 × 49 × 68 cm | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 15.5 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 300 × 300 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 400 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 450 W | 1100 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 0.1 mm | 0.1 ±mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 300 mm | 256 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 400 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | — | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 320 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 100 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | — | True |
| Filament sensor | — | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | — | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | — | False |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | — | True |
| Requires external accessory | — | True |
| Maximum colors | — | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The printer runs Marlin firmware with an open G-code protocol, compatible with any slicer like Cura, PrusaSlicer, or Simplify3D. Artillery Slicer is a customized version of Cura with optimized profiles. WiFi connectivity allows file transfer via a dedicated app but doesn't support a full web interface. Input shaping and pressure advance are preconfigured and factory-tuned, reducing initial calibration. | 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
- Maximum Z height: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 400 mm vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+56%)
- Work area: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300×300 mm vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 256×256 mm — Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus wins (+37%)
- Price: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 405 € vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 375 € — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+8%)
- Max nozzle temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 300 °C vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 320 °C — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+7%)
- Max bed temperature: Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus 100 °C vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 110 °C — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+10%)
Which one to choose
Choose Artillery Sidewinder X4 Plus if…
you value maximum z height and work area. «The Z height determines how tall a part the machine can produce in one print. Vertical objects such as vases, load-bearing structures, or casting patterns require a high Z travel. A lower value does not affect quality but forces the user to split or reorient the model. Z height should be considered alongside the XY surface to assess total usable build volume.»
Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if…
you value price, max nozzle temperature and max bed temperature. «Maximum nozzle temperature defines the range of printable materials. Below 240 °C the machine covers PLA, PETG, and base materials. Between 260 and 300 °C it can handle ABS, ASA, PC, and standard composites. Above 300 °C technical materials such as PA, PEEK, and fiber-reinforced composites become accessible. A higher-rated nozzle does not degrade quality on lower-temperature materials but requires a more robust hot-end assembly.»
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