What is Launch X431 PRO3 V+ Elite? What is the difference between it and X431 V+ 5.0 (PRO3) diagnostic scanner?
X431 PRO3 V+ Elite is the upgraded version of X431 V+ 5.0. They have similar hardware configurations and support the same functions.
The main difference is that PRO3 V+ Elite is equipped with Launch SmartLink C. It adds J2534 Programming and D-PDU protocol, supports remote diagnosis, and Pin Detection & Pre/ Post Scan. Fully upgraded settings scan tool, with OBD16→DB15 for a stronger connection. X431 V+ is equipped with DBSCar VII and doesn’t support these functions.
Check the comparison table below.
| Items | Launch X-431 PRO3 V+ Elite | Launch X-431 V+ 5.0 (PRO3) | Note | |
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| Hardware Configurations | CPU | 4-Core 2.0GHz | 4-Core 2.0GHz | |
| RAM | 4G | 4G | ||
| ROM | 64G | 64G | ||
| battery capacity | 6300mAh, 7.6V (47.880Wh) | 6300mAh (200.85g) , 7.6V | ||
| Android version | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 | ||
| Screen size | 10.1 inch | 10.1 inch | ||
| Screen resolution | 1280*800 | 1920×1200 | ||
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | ||
| Camera | Rear 8.0 MP | Rear 8.0 MP/ Front 5.0 MP | ||
| HDMI | X | X | ||
| Communication | VCI/Bluetooth (SmartLink C) | VCI/Bluetooth (DBSCar VII) | ||
| Main Features | J2534 Programming | Yes, with Launch SmartLink C | No | |
| Full-System Diagnostic | √ | √ | ||
| Service Functions | 60+ | 41 | ||
| Active Test | √ | √ | ||
| Auto VIN | √ | √ | ||
| Remote Desk | √ | √ | ||
| Diagnostic Topology Display | √ | √ | ||
| ECU Coding | √ | √ | ||
| Reflash hidden features | √ | √ | ||
| Pre& Post scan | √ | X | ||
| VAG Guided Function | √ | √ | ||
| Repair data | √ | √ | ||
| FCA Secure Gateway | √ (Renault and Benz SGW Unlock: purchase in Mall) | √ | Third-Party Platform | |
| Bus Protocols: DoIP/CAN FD | Only supports CAN FD, Need to buy DoIP cable separately | Only supports CAN FD, Need to buy DoIP cable separately | ||
| J2534/ D-PDU protocol | √ (same as Autel Ultra series) | X | ||
| Diesel vehicle diagnosis(HD) | √(Buy Heavy Duty Truck Package) | √(Buy SmartLink C 2.0 HD Truck Module or HDIII） | HD software, OBD special adapters are optional accessories | |
| Add-on Tools | ADAS | √ (Need X431 ADAS Calibration ) | √ (Need X431 ADAS Calibration ) | |
| TPMS (TSGUN) | √ | √ | ||
| X-PROG 3 | √ | √ | No need to bind or activate, the software has built-in version update. The X-PROG3 is required. | |
| Battery Tester | √ | √ | ||
| Oscilloscope | √ | √ | ||
| Endoscope | √ | √ | ||
| Launch VSP600 Camera VideoScope | √ | √ | ||
| WiFi Printer | √ | √ | ||
| Software | Upgrade Fee (End User) | 2 Years Free Update | 2 Years Free Update | |
| Language | Software Language | 24 Languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, German, Polish, Romanian, Dutch, Arabic, Czech, Danish, Greek, Persian, Finnish, Hungarian, Swedish, Turkish, Serbian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean | 24 Languages: English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Russian, German, Polish, Romanian, Dutch, Arabic, Czech, Danish, Greek, Persian, Finnish, Hungarian, Swedish, Turkish, Serbian, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Korean | |
| Price | € 903.00 | € 852.00 | ||
X431 PRO3 V+ Elite Package List:
- 1pc x LAUNCH X431 PRO3 V+ Elite tablet
- 1pc x SmartLink C
- 1pc x main cable
- 1pc x OBD adapter
- 1pc x USB-B cable
- 1pc x type-C cable
- 1pc x Ethernet cable
- 1pc x US standard plug
- 1pc x UK standard plug
- 1pc x EU standard plug
- 1pc x Quick Start Guide
- 1pc x User Manual
- 1pc x Packing List
Launch X431 V+ 5.0 Package List:
- 1pc x X-431 V+ 5.0 table
- 1pc x DBSCar VII diagnostic connector
- 1pc x Power adapter
- 1pc x OBD main cable
- 1pc x USB cable
- 1pc x BENZ-38 connector
- 1pc x BENZ-14 connector
- 1pc x NISSAN-14+16 connector
- 1pc x BMW-20 connector
- 1pc x CHRYSLER-6 connector
- 1pc x FORD-6+1 connector
- 1pc x GM/VAZ-12 connector
- 1pc x HONDA-3 connector
- 1pc x KIA-20 connector
- 1pc x MITSUBUSHI/HYUNDAI-12+16 connector
- 1pc x TOYOTA-17 connector
- 1pc x TOYOTA-22 connector
- 1pc x Double clamp power line connector
- 1pc x The cigarette lighter connector
- 1pc x UK standard conversion head
- 1pc x EU standard conversion head
- 1pc x US standard conversion head
- 1pc x Password envelope
- 1pc x Manual
- 1pc x Quick start