GoPro Max 2 vs Insta360 X5
GoPro Max 2
2025 · $499.99 today
8582
Insta360 X5
2025 · $549.99 today
8985
Dashed outline = score at launch
Why GoPro Max 2 is better
- Sensor Size: 1/1.9" (x2) vs 1/1.28" (x2)(48% more)
- Weight: 180 g vs 217 g(21% less)
Why Insta360 X5 is better
- Waterproof Depth: 15 m unassisted vs 10 m unassisted(50% more)
- Max Resolution: 8K30 (360°) vs 6.2K30 (360°)(29% more)
- Battery Capacity: 2400 mAh vs 1900 mAh(26% more)
- Max Bitrate: 120 Mbps vs 100 Mbps(20% more)
- Operating Temp: -10°C to 40°C vs -10°C to 35°C(14% more)
Verdict
Insta360 X5 leads outright in 5 of 6 dimensions today.
Spec by spec
| Spec | GoPro Max 2 | Insta360 X5 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 6.2K30 (360°) | 8K30 (360°)● |
| Max Frame Rate | 120fps (4K single-lens) | 120fps (4K single-lens) |
| Max Bitrate | 100 Mbps | 120 Mbps● |
| Sensor Size | 1/1.9" (x2)● | 1/1.28" (x2) |
| Stabilization | ||
| Stabilization System | HyperSmooth 360 + Horizon Leveling | FlowState + 360° reframing |
| Horizon Leveling | 360° | 360° |
| Durability & Battery | ||
| Waterproof Depth | 10 m unassisted | 15 m unassisted● |
| Battery Capacity | 1900 mAh | 2400 mAh● |
| Operating Temp | -10°C to 35°C | -10°C to 40°C● |
| Design & Mounting | ||
| Weight | 180 g● | 217 g |
| Displays | Front + Rear touch | 2.5" rear touch |
| Mount Type | GoPro standard fold-out | Insta360 standard + invisible selfie stick |