AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared vs Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber
| Laser | ||
| Type | Fiber Laser | Fiber Laser |
| Wavelength | 1,064 nm | 1,064 nm |
| Optical Power | 1.5 W | 2 W |
| Performance | ||
| Work Area | 100 × 100 mm | 70 × 70 mm |
| Max Speed | 6,000 mm/min | 600,000 mm/min |
| Focus | Manual | Fixed |
| Features | ||
| Enclosure | Yes | No |
| Air Assist | No | No |
| Rotary Compatible | Yes | No |
| WiFi | Yes | No |
| Camera | No | No |
| Physical | ||
| Approx. Price | $379 | $949 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2023 |
| Weight | 3.2 kg | 4.3 kg |
Pros & Cons
AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared
What we like
- Marks bare metal and anodized aluminum — not possible with blue-diode Pixi
- Same enclosed, touchscreen convenience as the standard Pixi
- Compact and portable
- Good entry point into metal marking without a full galvo fiber setup
Watch out for
- Cannot engrave wood, leather, or acrylic — infrared-only use case
- Very low power (1.5W) limits marking depth and speed
- Small work area
- Pricier than the standard blue-diode Pixi
Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber
What we like
- 2-in-1: desktop stand or handheld for marking irregular objects
- Galvo head at 10,000mm/s for fast metal marking
- 4K marking resolution (0.001mm spot)
- Marks all metals, stone, and rubber without coating
- Budget entry into fiber marking at $949
Watch out for
- Very small 70x70mm marking area
- Only 2W — cannot engrave deeply or cut
- No enclosure — eye protection required
- Not suitable for wood or acrylic
- Limited compared to higher-wattage fiber machines
Compatible Materials
AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared
Metal EngravingAnodized Aluminumcoated metalsplastic
Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber
Metal EngravingAnodized AluminumGlassStoneRubber
The AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared costs $379 (60% less) than the Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber, which is priced at $949.
The Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber has 25% more optical power (2W vs 1.5W).
The AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared offers a 51% larger work area (100 × 100 mm vs 70 × 70 mm).
The Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber has a 99% higher maximum speed (600,000 mm/min vs 6,000 mm/min).
Feature-wise, AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared includes an enclosure, while Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared includes WiFi connectivity, while Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber does not; AlgoLaser Pixi 1.5W 1064nm Infrared includes rotary attachment compatibility, while Genmitsu Z5-1 Fiber does not.