EVO Max 4T vs. 4T XE vs. 4T V2: A Full Comparison

As the Autel Robotics EVO Max series has flourished in the commercial drone market, the EVO MAX V2 series is here with new features. Here, we will focus on the EVO Max 4T vs. 4T XE vs. 4T V2's camera systems, flight performance, autonomous features, and suitability for various applications to provide professionals with the best tools for the industry.

What is the EVO Max series?

Autel Robotics EVO Max series has a place in the commercial drone market, providing advanced features for industries such as public safety, infrastructure inspection and emergency response.

The current EVO MAX series includes EVO MAX 4T, EVO MAX 4N, EVO MAX 4TXE, and the newly upgraded EVO MAX V2 series (EVO MAX 4T V2, EVO MAX 4N V2).

Compared with the EVO Max V1 series, the EVO Max V2 series has improved the layout of the fisheye lens and navigation lights, further enhancing the visual obstacle avoidance capability of the drone.

The EVO Max V2 series adopts a side groove design to effectively improve the heat dissipation performance. Supports battery in place detection function. At the same time, there are certain upgrades and changes in the gimbal camera.

EVO MAX 4T/4TXE camera vs. EVO MAX 4T V2 camera

	EVO Max 4T/4TXE	Fusion 4T V2
Zoom Camera	48MP 10x Optical Zoom 160x Max. Hybrid Zoom Aperture: f/2.8-f/4.8 Video Resolution: 4000x3000 30P	48MP 10x Optical Zoom 160x Max. Hybrid Zoom Aperture: f/2.8-f/4.8 Video Resolution: 4000x3000 30P
Wide-Angle Camera	50MP 1/1.28" CMOS Aperture: f/1.9 DFOV:85° Equivalent: 23 mm	48MP 1/2"CMOS Aperture: f/2.8 DFOV:83.4° Equivalent: 24 mm
Thermal Camera	640x512 Focal Length: 13 mm 16x Digital Zoom Range: -4 °F to 1022 °F	640x512 Focal Length: 9.1 mm 16x Digital Zoom Range: -4 °F to 1022 °F
Laser Rangefinder	Measuring Range: 5-1200m (16.4-3737 ft) Measurement Accuracy: + (1 m + DX0.15%) *where D is the distance to a vertical reflecting plane	Measuring Range: 5-1200m (16.4-3737 ft) Measurement Accuracy: + (1 m + DX0.15%) *where D is the distance to a vertical reflecting plane

EVO Max V1: FusionLight 4T Camera Kit

The EVO Max 4T is equipped with Autel Robotics' first 4-in-1 multi-sensor camera gimbal, Visiable/ Zoom/ Thermal/ L-aser 4 Cameras in One, which is powerful and an efficient performer of aerial data collection. The FusionLight 4T Camera Kit integrates:

48MP 10x Optical Zoom Camera: Provides 160x hybrid zoom and clear, detailed visual effects for long-distance inspection and critical monitoring.
Wide-angle Camera: 50MP, 1/1.28-inch CMOS, f/1.9 fixed aperture camera, 85° field of view, 23 mm Equivalent Focal Length, which can effectively inspect large areas.
Thermal imaging camera: with a resolution of 640×512, a focal length of 13mm, and a digital zoom of 16x, it can detect temperatures from -4°F to 1022°F, with a measurement accuracy of ±2°C or ±2% of reading.
Laser rangefinder: with a measurement distance of 5-1200 meters and an accuracy of ±(1m + D×0.15%), it is very suitable for surveying and emergency management.

In the Autel Enterprise App, drone visible light imaging and thermal imaging can be displayed in split screens or in the same screen, which is better used for command personnel to observe and manage data.

EVO Max V1: FusionLight 4TXE Camera Kit

Released in September 2024, the EVO Max 4T XE is equipped with a powerful Fusion 4TXE payload kit. At the core of its capabilities is the FusionLight camera, which integrates:

48MP 10x Optical Zoom Camera: Provides 160x hybrid zoom and clear, detailed vision for long-distance inspections and critical monitoring.
Ultra-Sensitive Wide-Angle Camera: 48MP, f/2.8 aperture camera with 83.4° field of view optimized for low-light conditions and wide-area imaging.
Thermal Camera: With a resolution of 640×512, a focal length of 9.1 mm, and a 16x digital zoom, it is capable of detecting temperatures from -4°F to 1022°F with an accuracy of ±2°C or ±2% of reading.
Laser Rangefinder: With a measurement range of 5-1200 meters and an accuracy of ±(1m+D×0.15%), it is ideal for surveying and emergency management.

These features make the 4T XE particularly suitable for complex operations that require high-resolution imaging and multi-sensor versatility.

EVO Max V2: Fusion 4T V2 Camera Kit

EVO Max 4T V2 is an upgraded version of EVO MAX 4T/MAX 4TXE. The Fusion 4T V2 Camera Kit also consists of a four-in-one multi-sensor, and the camera parameters are consistent with the Fusion 4TXE Camera Kit. It integrates:

Zoom Camera: 48MP 10x optical zoom, up to 160x hybrid zoom, long-distance inspection can also get clear and detailed visual effects.
Ultra-sensitive wide-angle camera: f/2.8 aperture camera, 83.4° field of view, can take 48MP clear photos, and has been significantly optimized in low-light conditions and wide-area imaging.
Thermal imaging camera: The thermal imaging resolution is 640×512, the focal length is 9.1 mm, the digital zoom is 16x, and it can detect temperatures from -4°F to 1022°F, with a measurement accuracy of ±2°C or ±2% of the reading.
Laser rangefinder: The measuring distance can reach 5-1200 meters, with an accuracy of ±(1m %2B D×0.15%25), which is very suitable for measurement and emergency management.

The Fusion 4T V2 camera kit of EVO Max 4T V2 improves the imaging details of the Fusion 4T camera in dark light environments, optimizes the picture details under large-area imaging, broadens the field of view of thermal imaging, and is suitable for complex operations in more industries.

Comparison between EVO Max 4T V2 and EVO Max 4T V1

The EVO Max 4T V2 has certain changes in appearance, function and camera gimbal. These changes are all followed up in response to problems caused by actual flight conditions. Let us learn more in detail.

	EVO Max 4T/4TXE		EVO Max 4T V2
Gimbal[1]	Fusion 4T	Fusion 4T XE	Fusion 4T V2
Battery[2]	ABX40/ABX41		ABX41-D (Support battery in-place detection function)
Other Mounting	RTK Module, Loudspeaker & Searchlight combo
4G Transmission[3]	Not Support		Optional
Remote Controller	Autel Smart Remote Controller V3
App	Autel Enterprise

Gimbal payload

The gimbal payload Fusion 4TV2 of EVO Max 4T V2 still retains the zoom camera, wide-angle camera, thermal imager and laser rangefinder. The ultra-sensitive enhanced wide-angle function and the optimization of the thermal imaging camera provide higher accuracy for drone data collection.

Tips: The gimbals of the Evo Max series and the EVO Max V2 series are interchangeable. Specifically, the Fusion 4T XE and Fusion 4T V2, as well as the Fusion 4N and Fusion 4N V2 versions are fully compatible.

All-weather obstacle avoidance

The Autel EVO MAX series combines binocular fisheye vision and millimeter-wave radar to achieve 720° all-round perception, allowing obstacles to be detected even in low-visibility conditions such as fog or darkness.

The improved layout of the fisheye lens and navigation lights in the EVO MAX V2 series further enhances the drone's visual obstacle avoidance capabilities and significantly reduces the risk of collision in high-risk missions.

SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) technology for precise indoor and outdoor navigation. With 3D scene reconstruction, stable flight is possible even in areas with weak or obstructed GPS signals.

A-Mesh network upgrade

The A-Mesh network is a key innovation of the EVO Max series, enabling drones to work collaboratively in complex environments.

The EVO MAX V2 series optimizes the "one-to-many" and "dual control" modes, making the transition between drones and ground teams smoother and collaboration more efficient.

By supporting dynamic communication between multiple drones and ground terminals, A-Mesh expands the operating range and ensures seamless performance in areas with limited or no network connectivity.

Construction, durability

The EVO Max series is a semi-autonomous, foldable commercial drone. The EVO Max V1 series weighs 1645g, uses ABX40 battery, 1136/1158 propellers can be replaced, the maximum take-off weight is 1999g, the maximum flight time is 42 minutes, and the maximum endurance distance is 25KM.

The EVO Max V2 series weighs 1666g, uses ABX41-D battery, 1158 propellers, the maximum take-off weight is 1999g, the maximum flight time is 42 minutes, and the maximum endurance distance is 25KM. The EVO Max V2 series has added a side slot design to effectively improve the heat dissipation performance.

Tips: ABX40/ABX40/ABX41-D battery can be used in EVO MAX V1/V2 series, and all support hot swap function, but EVO MAX V2 series with ABX41-D battery can provide battery in place detection function.

Who is EVO Max 4T V2 suitable for?

The powerful upgrade of EVO MAX V2 series brings new possibilities to all walks of life. Public security, energy and utility inspection, firefighting, search and rescue, private and commercial security are inseparable from the industry changes brought by excellent drones.

The leading A-Mesh technology of EVO MAX series will also improve the security of future BVLOS drone operations, making drones the first responders on the scene without too much intervention from drone pilots.

Availability, pricing

The Autel EVO Max V2 series has been announced on the official website of Autel Robotics. It will replace the EVO Max V1 series. The official release time and release price are not yet known.

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