The SMOK IPX 80 and Vaporesso Luxe X3 sit in different corners of the market on paper, one built around higher output and the other around faster charging and a lighter build. This comparison walks through the specs that actually separate them.
Rather than crown one overall winner, we break things down by battery, performance, and convenience, since each device has a clear edge in different areas.
| Spec | SMOK IPX 80 | Vaporesso Luxe X3 |
|---|---|---|
| Image |  |  |
| Battery capacityBattery | 3000 mAh | 2600 mAh |
| Max outputPerformance | 🏆 80 W | 45 W |
| Battery typeBattery | Internal | Internal |
| Display screenConvenience | Yes | Yes |
| Adjustable airflowConvenience | Yes | Yes |
| Variable wattagePerformance | Yes | Yes |
| Charge time to 80%Battery | 90 min | 🏆 50 min |
| Charge currentBattery | 1.4 A | 🏆 2 A |
| WeightConvenience | 130 g | 🏆 100 g |
| Coil resistancesPerformance | 0.15ohm–3ohm | 0.4Ω, 0.6Ω |
| Charging portBattery | USB Type-C, max 1.4A | Type-C, 5V/2A |
| Build materialConvenience | leatherette | zinc alloy, PCTG plastic |
| Best US priceat time of comparison | $30.99* | $26.49* |
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* Lowest US price we found on 17 Aug 2026. Prices change often — see each review below for live pricing.
Battery
Battery capacity itself is a tie at 3000 mAh for the SMOK IPX 80 versus 2600 mAh for the Vaporesso Luxe X3, but the category winner overall goes to the Luxe X3 once charging is factored in. Its 50-minute charge time to 80% and 2 A charge current beat the IPX 80’s 90 minutes and 1.4 A by a wide margin, meaning less downtime between sessions even with the smaller cell.
Performance
The SMOK IPX 80 wins performance outright on the strength of its 80 W max output, nearly double the Luxe X3’s 45 W. Both devices offer variable wattage and adjustable airflow, so the practical difference comes down to headroom: the IPX 80 can push harder for denser vapor production, while the Luxe X3 is capped at a lower ceiling.
Convenience
Convenience is a tie, and the specs explain why it’s close rather than clear-cut. The Luxe X3 is lighter at 100 g versus 130 g and charges faster, which helps day-to-day handling, but the IPX 80 counters with a larger battery capacity and both share a display screen, variable wattage, and adjustable airflow. Coil resistance ranges, charging port details, and build materials differ between leatherette on the IPX 80 and zinc alloy with PCTG plastic on the Luxe X3, but there isn’t comparable data to say one setup is more convenient than the other.
The SMOK IPX 80 suits vapers who prioritize higher maximum output, at up to 80 W, over fast charging or lighter weight.
The Vaporesso Luxe X3 suits vapers who want quicker charging (50 minutes to 80%) and a lighter, 100 g device for daily carrying.
The verdict
Neither device comes out ahead across the board. The SMOK IPX 80 offers more raw power with its 80 W output, while the Vaporesso Luxe X3 charges faster, draws more charge current, and weighs less. Convenience ends in a tie, since each device trades off weight and charging speed against battery capacity and shared features like the display and adjustable airflow. Which one makes sense depends on whether higher wattage or faster, lighter daily use matters more to you.