Compare Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Elegoo Neptune 4 Max
In this technical comparison between the Elegoo Centauri Carbon and the Elegoo Neptune 4 Max, we analyze the key features to help you choose.
Choosing between these two 3D Printers models often comes down to your budget, with prices around ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD and ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon |
Elegoo Neptune 4 Max |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | February 2025 | December 2023 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 256× 256× 256 mm | 420× 420× 480 mm (One of the largest in its class) |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s2 | Max Speed: 500 mm/s (Default: 250 mm/s); Max Acceleration: 8,000 mm/s2 |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 - 0.4 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) | 0.1–0.4 mm (Typical accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Hardened Steel Dual-Gear Direct Extruder (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio) | Dual-Gear Direct Drive (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio; only 290g) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 320 °C (60W Ceramic Heater with all-metal heatbreak) | 300 °C (60W Ceramic Heating Element) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm "Unicorn" style (Brass with Hardened Steel tip, >60HRC) | 0.4 mm Special High-Flow Brass Nozzle (Extended length) |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | 110 °C; Double-sided Magnetic Plate (Side A: Textured PEI / Side B: PLA-Specific "Cold" Surface) | 85 °C; PEI Magnetic Spring Steel Build Plate (430 × 430 mm area) |
| Leveling System | Fully Automatic 121-point Calibration with 4 Pressure Sensors (No manual knobs) | 121-Point (11x11) Auto Bed Leveling with Inductive Sensor + Manual Knobs |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, and Carbon/Glass Fiber reinforced filaments | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, and Nylon |
| Smart Sensors | Filament Runout, Power Loss Recovery, and Clog/Tangle Detection | Filament Runout Sensor and Power Loss Recovery |
| Air Management | Fully Enclosed; Internal Temperature Regulator Fan + Nano-Mineral Crystal Filter (Odour/VOC filtration) | Open Frame; Built-in LED light strips on gantry and nozzle |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (8GB Internal EMMC storage) | Wi-Fi, WLAN (Ethernet), USB Port |
| Camera & AI | Built-in 720p HD Camera (Real-time monitoring, AI failure detection, and Timelapses) | Supports external USB camera (not included) for remote monitoring |
| Remote Mgmt | Elegoo OS (Klipper-based), Wi-Fi Remote Printing, OTA Firmware updates | Klipper Web Interface (Fluidd/Mainsail) via browser; Mobile App |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch Full-Color Capacitive Touchscreen | 4.3-inch Magnetic Capacitive Touchscreen (Removable/Handheld) |
| Compatible Slicers | Elegoo Slicer (Recommended), OrcaSlicer, Cura | Elegoo Cura, Cura, OrcaSlicer, PrusaSlicer |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 398× 404× 490 mm; Net Weight: 17.5 kg | 658× 632× 740 mm; Net Weight: 18.1 kg |
| Power & Noise | 1100W Max (at 220V for rapid AC bed heating); Silent Drive Steppers (<50 dB) | 400W–500W Power Supply; Features a Massive Cooling Array (9600 RPM fans) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer, Tool Kit, Spare Nozzle, Silicone Cleaning Brush, Waste Purge Bin, 200g Sample Filament, USB Drive | Printer modules, Toolkit, 10m Starter Filament, USB Drive, Power Cable, Spare Nozzle |
| Price | ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD | ~$470.00 - $550.00 USD |
| Full Details | Centauri Carbon - Full Specifications | Neptune 4 Max - Full Specifications |