Sim racing · head‑to‑head
The Sim-Lab P1X Pro and Sim-Lab P1X Ultimate are both top-tier, zero-flex aluminum cockpits built for heavy direct-drive wheelbases. However, they differ significantly in their upright design and overall weight, making one a much more practical choice for expanding your rig.
Both rigs feature pre-drilled holes and sandwich plates that make assembly much faster than traditional profile kits. However, the Ultimate can sometimes have tight threading due to its coating, though Sim-Lab includes a thread cleanup tool to resolve this.
The P1X Ultimate simracing cockpit is the superior choice because it refines the ergonomics of the Pro while shedding unnecessary bulk. By returning to traditional straight vertical uprights, it solves the accessory mounting headaches of the Pro's angled design without sacrificing any structural rigidity.
| P1X Pro Sim Racing Cockpit | P1X Ultimate simracing cockpit | |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Sim-Lab | Sim-Lab |
| Ecosystem | Universal | Universal |
| Starting Price | $1,020.49 (€879.00)Best | $1,043.71 (€899.00) |
| Material | 40x160mm anodized aluminium profiles with bespoke sandwich plates | 160x40 mm extruded aluminium profiles |
| Adjustable | Yes | Yes |
| Foldable | No | No |
| Weight | 60 kg (132.3 lb) | 55 kg (121.3 lb)Best |
| Compatibility | Universal (compatible with Fanatec, Simucube, Simagic, VRS, Asetek, Logitech, Thrustmaster, Moza, etc. via Front Mount, Wheeldeck, or Fanatec DD mount options) | Universal (compatible with major direct drive and belt-driven wheelbases from Simucube, Fanatec, Simagic, MOZA, Asetek, Logitech, Thrustmaster, and others) |