Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W vs xTool D1 5W
| Laser | ||
| Type | Diode Laser | Diode Laser |
| Wavelength | 455 nm | 455 nm |
| Optical Power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 150 × 150 mm | 432 × 406 mm |
| Max Speed | 15,000 mm/min | 9,600 mm/min |
| Focus | Autofocus | Manual |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi | Yes | Yes |
| Camera | Yes | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $256 | $199 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2022 |
| Weight | 9.8 kg | 5 kg |
Pros & Cons
Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W
What we like
- Built-in HD camera for automatic positioning and material recognition
- AI Contour Extraction and AI Background Removal speed up design prep
- AI Smart Fill & Layout for batch engraving on identical materials
- True auto focus — no manual height adjustment needed
- Compact desktop form factor with full safety enclosure
Watch out for
- Pricier than the camera-less Basic 5W model
- Small 150×150 mm work area limits project size
- IR module requires separate 24V 5A adapter (not included with base machine)
xTool D1 5W
What we like
- Large work area for the price
- Compressed spot for finer engraving
- Compatible with xTool Creative Space and LightBurn
- Safety eye protection glasses included
- Good build quality with aluminium extrusions
Watch out for
- No enclosure (safety concern without cover)
- No air assist included
- Relatively slow
Compatible Materials
Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W
WoodLeatherAcrylicCardboardFabricPaperRubberStoneAnodized Aluminum
xTool D1 5W
WoodLeatherCardboardFabricPaperRubber
The xTool D1 5W costs $199 (22% less) than the Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W, which is priced at $256.
Both machines share the same 5W optical power rating.
The xTool D1 5W offers a 87% larger work area (432 × 406 mm vs 150 × 150 mm).
The Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W has a 36% higher maximum speed (15,000 mm/min vs 9,600 mm/min).
Feature-wise, Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W includes an enclosure, while xTool D1 5W does not; Creality Falcon A1C AI Camera 5W includes a camera, while xTool D1 5W does not.