X1 Carbon vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Technical comparison · Fused filament fabrication (FFF/FDM)
X1 Carbon and Elegoo Centauri Carbon are not direct competitors: very different prices (~3.1×). Elegoo Centauri Carbon costs less (~€375) and is the entry-level choice; X1 Carbon offers more capability at a higher price (~€1150). Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
X1 Carbon
Bambu Lab
F2 · Intermediate
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Elegoo Centauri Carbon
Elegoo
F2 · Intermediate
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|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Launch year | 2022 | 2025 |
| Use tier | F2 — Intermediate | F2 — Intermediate |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~1050–1250 € | ~300–450 € |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 38.9 × 38.9 × 45.7 cm | 39.8 × 40.4 × 49 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 14.13 kg | 17.5 kg |
| Work area (mm) | 256 × 256 mm | 256 × 256 mm |
| Z-axis height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Power (W) | 1000 W | 1100 W |
| Maximum speed | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Declared precision | 7 μm | 0.1 ±mm |
| Category specs | ||
| XY print surface (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Maximum Z height (mm) | 256 mm | 256 mm |
| Kinematics | corexy | corexy |
| Max nozzle temperature (°C) | 300 °C | 320 °C |
| Max bed temperature (°C) | 110 °C | 110 °C |
| Max print speed (mm/s) | 500 mm/s | 500 mm/s |
| Closed chamber | True | True |
| Filament sensor | True | True |
| Auto leveling | mesh | mesh |
| Standard nozzle diameter (mm) | 0.4 mm | 0.4 mm |
| Multi-extruder | False | False |
| Native Klipper | False | — |
| Input shaper | True | True |
| Multicolor printing | True | True |
| Requires external accessory | True | True |
| Maximum colors | 16 | 4 |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Cloud dependency | No | No |
| Software notes | 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. | 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
- Price: X1 Carbon 1150 € vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 375 € — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+207%)
- Maximum colors: X1 Carbon 16 vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 4 — X1 Carbon wins (+300%)
- Max nozzle temperature: X1 Carbon 300 °C vs Elegoo Centauri Carbon 320 °C — Elegoo Centauri Carbon wins (+7%)
Which one to choose
Choose X1 Carbon if…
you value maximum colors. «The maximum number of colors indicates how many distinct color zones or materials can be used in one print without manual intervention. Two colors cover most practical uses, including soluble support. Higher values are useful for complex decorative models or color-coded prototypes. Each additional color increases print time due to transition purges, so the practical benefit should be weighed against the added time cost.»
Choose Elegoo Centauri Carbon if…
you value price and max nozzle 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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