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