LAUNCH X431 PRO3 V+ Elite is the latest diagnostic device released by LAUNCH tech. To make a long story short, LAUNCH X431 PRO3 V+ Elite is a PRO3S+ equipped with SmartLink C VCI. Except for SmartLink C, other functions are exactly the same.
Changes brought by SmartLink C:
Support CAN FD and DoIP protocols, no additional cables required;
Support heavy truck diagnosis, only need to purchase truck software, no HDIII module required.
LAUNCH X431 PRO3 V+ Elite parameter comparison table:
| Item | LAUNCH X431 PRO3 V+ Elite | Launch X431 Pro3 V5.0 (V+ 5.0) | Launch X431 PRO3S+ V5.0 |
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| Screen | 10.1 inch , 1280×800 | 10.1 inch 1920×1200 | 10.1 inch , 1280×800 |
| Operating system | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 | Android 10.0 |
| Processor | 4-Core 2.0GHz | 4-Core 2.0GHz | 4-Core 2.0GHz |
| ROM | 4G | 4G | 4G |
| RAM | 64G | 64G | 64G |
| Battery | 6300mAh, 7.6V | 6300mAh, 7.6V | 6300mAh, 7.6V |
| Camera | Rear 8.0 MP | Rear 8.0 MP | Rear 8.0 MP |
| WiFi | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz | 2.4 & 5 GHz |
| VCI | Smartlink C | DBScar VII | DBScar VII |
| Language | 24 languages | 24 languages | 24 languages |
| CAN FD | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| DoIP | Yes | Yes, need DoIP cable | Yes, need DoIP cable |
| FCA Autoauth | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Autovin | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Full system diagnostic | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bi-directional control | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ECU Coding | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Special functions | 37 | 37 | 37 |
| VAG Guided function | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Online Coding | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Offline programming | Yes, Ford, Mazda, Vauxhall, Opel | Yes, Ford, Mazda, Vauxhall, Opel | Yes, Ford, Mazda, Vauxhall, Opel |
| Flash Hidden Function | Yes BMW, Benz, VAG, Porsche, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Toyota, Honda | Yes BMW, Benz, VAG, Porsche, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Toyota, Honda | Yes BMW, Benz, VAG, Porsche, Jeep, Chrysler, Dodge, Toyota, Honda |
| Topology mapping | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| X-prog3 module | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Truck module | Yes | Yes with HDIII or smartlink C 2.0 | Yes with HDIII or smartlink C 2.0 |
| TPMS TSGUN/i-TPMS | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Battery tester | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Videoscope | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| ADAS | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Sensorbox | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Oscilloscope | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi printer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Update | 2 years free update | 2 years free update | 2 years free update |
In summary, the diagnostic equipment of the PRO3 series has basically the same functions, but some products have old hardware and old VCI, while some products are newer. Buying new products is usually a better choice: the hardware is usually better and the accessories are newer.
Here are some purchase suggestions for the PRO3 series (only within the PRO3 series. PRO5, PAD5/PAD7 have different functions and need to be analyzed separately):
If you want to buy the PRO3 series for passenger car diagnosis, buy the PRO3 V+ Elite because it comes with SmartLink C VCI.
If you want to buy the PRO3 series for heavy trucks and passenger cars, buy the PRO3S+ HD because the price of the PRO3S+ HD includes SmartLink C and heavy truck software licenses.
The old model X431 PRO3 (such as V+ 4.0) has a price advantage, and users with insufficient budgets can consider it.