Bambu Lab P2S vs Bambu Lab X1 Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
Choose Bambu Lab P2S if you want higher print speed (600 mm/s) and support for more colors (up to 20) at a lower price. Choose Bambu Lab X1 Carbon if you prefer an established model that declares a specific precision of 7 μm, accepting a higher initial cost.
| Parameter | ||
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | 519 € | ~1050–1250 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 39.2 × 40.6 × 47.8 cm | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.9 kg | 14.13 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1200 W | 1000 W |
| Maximum speed | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | — | 7 μm |
| Category specs | ||
| Footprint X×Y (short side) (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Build height Z (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | CoreXY | CoreXY |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 300 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 600 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Enclosed chamber | Yes | 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 | No | No |
| Input shaper | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor printing | Yes | Yes |
| Multicolor requires accessory | Yes | Yes |
| Max colors | 20 | 16 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | The official slicer is Bambu Studio, available for macOS, Windows, and Linux. The printer also accepts standard G-code exported from third-party slicers such as PrusaSlicer, SuperSlicer, and Cura, though certain advanced Bambu-specific features — including RFID-based filament detection and some automatic calibration modes — are only available within Bambu Studio. Remote control is handled via the Bambu Handy mobile app and desktop app; push notifications require cloud connectivity. | The printer is controlled via Bambu Studio, the proprietary slicer available for Windows, macOS, and Linux, as well as the Bambu Handy mobile app. LAN mode is supported, allowing full local control without an internet connection or cloud account. Remote monitoring via Bambu Cloud is optional. Bambu Studio accepts 3MF, STL, OBJ, and STEP files and includes advanced features such as vibration compensation and flow rate control. |
The differences that matter
- Price and release year: The P2S (2025) is offered at 519 €, while the X1 Carbon (2022) is positioned in a range between 1050 € and 1250 €.
- Speed and power: The P2S reaches a maximum speed of 600 mm/s with a power of 1200 W, compared to the 500 mm/s and 1000 W of the X1 Carbon.
- Multicolor capacity: Both require an accessory for multicolor printing, but the P2S handles up to 20 colors, whereas the X1 Carbon stops at 16.
- Declared precision: The X1 Carbon specifies a precision of 7 μm, a figure not provided for the P2S.
Which one to choose
Choose P2S if…
Choose Bambu Lab P2S if your focus is maximizing the performance-to-price ratio, utilizing the 600 mm/s maximum speed and the ability to handle up to 20 colors with the multicolor accessory, for an initial investment of 519 €.
Choose X1 Carbon if…
Choose Bambu Lab X1 Carbon if you need a system with a declared precision of 7 μm and are willing to invest between 1050 € and 1250 € for a hardware architecture introduced in 2022.
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