Compare Elegoo Centauri Carbon vs Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro
In this technical comparison between the Elegoo Centauri Carbon and the Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro, 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 Approximately $379.00 - $499.00 USD.
| Specifications |
Elegoo Centauri Carbon |
Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro |
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| Launch | ||
| Version | February 2025 | 2024 |
| Print Performance | ||
| Build Volume | 256× 256× 256 mm | 220 x 220 x 220 mm |
| Speed & Accel | Max Speed: 500 mm/s; Max Acceleration: 20,000 mm/s2 | Max speed 600 mm/s; Max acceleration 20,000 mm/s² |
| Layer Precision | 0.1 - 0.4 mm (Accuracy: ± 0.1 mm) | 0.1 mm – 0.4 mm (Adjustable down to 0.05 mm via software) |
| Extruder & Hotend | ||
| Extruder System | Hardened Steel Dual-Gear Direct Extruder (5.2:1 Reduction Ratio) | Direct Drive (High-flow 32 mm³/s) |
| Hotend Max Temp | 320 °C (60W Ceramic Heater with all-metal heatbreak) | 280°C (Heats to 200°C in just 35 seconds) |
| Nozzle Specs | 0.4 mm "Unicorn" style (Brass with Hardened Steel tip, >60HRC) | 0.4 mm installed; 3-second quick-swap mechanism; optional sizes: 0.25, 0.6, 0.8 mm. |
| Build Plate & Leveling | ||
| Bed Temp & Surface | 110 °C; Double-sided Magnetic Plate (Side A: Textured PEI / Side B: PLA-Specific "Cold" Surface) | Up to 110°C; Flexible magnetic PEI steel plate. |
| Leveling System | Fully Automatic 121-point Calibration with 4 Pressure Sensors (No manual knobs) | Full-auto one-click leveling using load cell pressure sensors for perfect Z-offset. |
| Materials & Sensors | ||
| Filament Support | 1.75 mm; PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, PA, PC, and Carbon/Glass Fiber reinforced filaments | PLA, PETG, TPU, ABS, ASA, Nylon, and Carbon Fiber composites (PLA-CF/PETG-CF) |
| Smart Sensors | Filament Runout, Power Loss Recovery, and Clog/Tangle Detection | Filament run-out, Power loss recovery, TVOC Air Quality Sensor, Vibration compensation |
| Air Management | Fully Enclosed; Internal Temperature Regulator Fan + Nano-Mineral Crystal Filter (Odour/VOC filtration) | Dual-filtration system (HEPA H13 + Activated Carbon) with internal and external circulation modes |
| Connectivity & Monitoring | ||
| Interfaces | Wi-Fi (2.4G/5G), USB Drive (8GB Internal EMMC storage) | Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB Flash Drive, Cloud |
| Camera & AI | Built-in 720p HD Camera (Real-time monitoring, AI failure detection, and Timelapses) | Built-in HD Camera for remote monitoring and automatic time-lapse video generation |
| Remote Mgmt | Elegoo OS (Klipper-based), Wi-Fi Remote Printing, OTA Firmware updates | FlashCloud, FlashMaker App, and dedicated LAN mode for secure offline environments. |
| UI & Software | ||
| Control Panel | 4.3-inch Full-Color Capacitive Touchscreen | 4.3-inch LCD Touchscreen with 3D model previews. |
| Compatible Slicers | Elegoo Slicer (Recommended), OrcaSlicer, Cura | FlashPrint 5, Orca-Flashforge (Native support), Cura, PrusaSlicer. |
| Physical & Power | ||
| Dimensions & Weight | 398× 404× 490 mm; Net Weight: 17.5 kg | 380 x 400 x 453 mm; Net weight 14.5 kg (Gross weight ~20 kg). |
| Power & Noise | 1100W Max (at 220V for rapid AC bed heating); Silent Drive Steppers (<50 dB) | 350W PSU; Ultra-silent mode (50 dB); Standard mode (55 dB) |
| Misc | ||
| Inside the Box | Printer, Tool Kit, Spare Nozzle, Silicone Cleaning Brush, Waste Purge Bin, 200g Sample Filament, USB Drive | Printer, 1kg Filament, Spare 0.6mm Nozzle Kit, Tool kit, Grease, USB Drive. |
| Price | ~$299.00 - $349.00 USD | Approximately $379.00 - $499.00 USD |
| Full Details | Centauri Carbon - Full Specifications | Adventurer 5M Pro - Full Specifications |