High-speed CoreXY printers—but which fits your workflow? Let's break down the key differences.
The X1 Carbon is Bambu’s performance-focused CoreXY with a robust aluminum enclosure, hardened abrasion-resistant components, Lidar-assisted calibration, higher-quality touchscreen, and superior multisensor functionality. The P1S delivers a similarly speedy CoreXY experience at a lower price point, sacrificing some convenience features—like Lidar and a high-resolution display—in favor of value while retaining enclosure, AMS compatibility, and fast printing. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
| Feature | X1 Carbon (X1C) | P1S |
|---|---|---|
| Enclosure | Aluminum + metal walls, H12 HEPA / carbon filtration | Plastic enclosure, no advanced filtration |
| Calibration Aids | Lidar scanner for first-layer flow / quality; AI spaghetti detection | No Lidar; manual calibration required; slower camera updates |
| Display & Interface | Responsive 5″ color touchscreen with full AMS filament control | Mono button panel; basic and slower; can use smartphone or add touchscreen |
| Camera | 1080p @ 30 fps—smooth live preview | 720p @ ~0.5 fps—static interval updates :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1} |
| Abrasive Material Support | Hardened nozzle & extruder—supports carbon fiber, nylon blends | Standard steel components; can be upgraded aftermarket :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} |
| Bed Temperature | Higher ceiling—beneficial for materials like ASA/ABS | Software-limited to ~100 °C (workarounds available) :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3} |
“The P1S fan is MUCH louder than the X1C… the display is probably the worst… camera is slow… but if money is tight, it's pretty good.” —Forum user :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}
“Supporters suggest that X1C offers better flow calibrations via Lidar, while P1S can be made to handle AMS—but with a third-party controller or phone app.” —Discussion summary :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}
“P1S provides better print quality than an older X1C in one user’s test.” —Community user :contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}
Choose X1 Carbon if you rely on high-performance prints, frequent use of abrasive/composite filaments, want highest calibration convenience (Lidar/AI), and prefer a polished interface.
Choose P1S if you’re cost-conscious, still want fast CoreXY printing with enclosure and AMS compatibility, and don’t mind using workarounds for advanced features.
| Model | Strengths | Trade-Offs |
|---|---|---|
| X1 Carbon | Premium components, best calibration automation, smoother camera, hardened hardware | Higher cost, potentially overkill for casual use |
| P1S | Great speed, enclosed CoreXY, AMS-ready, solid value | Basic UI, slower camera, manual calibration aids, fan noise |