Autel Robotics X-Star Premium quadcopter

I’m probably the only one who thinks this X-Star Premium from Autel Robotics looks like a rebranded Phantom quadcopter. In my opinion it has very similar features and specs with the PH3 4K model.

For sure, adding a small status LCD screen to the X-Star’s transmitter was a great idea. The dedicated take-off/land button is another useful feature of the remote controller.

In order to allow very smooth and vibration-free aerial footage, the 4K camera is mounted on a 3-axis gimbal. The manufacturer claims the gimbal and the camera are easily removable for replacement or future upgrades.

The camera allows to record videos with Ultra HD 4K@30 fps, 1080p@120fps and 720p@240fps resolutions.

Being powered by a high capacity 4900mAh (4s – 14.8v) battery the advertised flight time is about 25 minutes, which is pretty nice I think.

In order to cover different budgets, Autel Robotics announced this quadcopter in two versions:

• X-Star “Basic” – with 0.6 miles control range and 16GB memory card;
• X-Star Premium – with 1.2 miles flight range, 64GB micro SD and deluxe carrying case.

Compared to the Phantom 3 Advanced which I recently reviewed the Autel Robotics X-Star Premium has slightly shorter flight range. Anyway, probably most of us will never have the courage to fly his quad at bigger distance than 2 km (1.2 miles).

Those who are interested in this quad, B&H Photo just announced the “Premium” edition for $899 and the “Basic” edition for $699. Both versions will be available in white and intense orange colors.

Autel Robotics X-Star Premium Highlights

• Easy-to-fly quadcopter;
• Intuitive transmitter with status LCD screen;
• One button takeoff/land;
• Ultra HD 4K camera (FOV 108º);
• Removable 3-axis gimbal;
• HD video downlink;
• GPS and GLONASS positioning system;
• Powerful Starlink APP (iOS and Android);
• Smart-Flight modes (“follow”, “orbit” and “waypoints);
• Failsafe return to home.

Official promo video of the X-Star Premium quad-copter

X-Star Premium specs

• Max. take-off weight: 1.6Kg;
• Horizontal hover precision: ±2 meters;
• Vertical hover precision: ±1 meter;
• Max. vertical flight speed: ascent: 6 m/s and descent: 3 m/s;
• Max. horizontal flight speed: 16 m/s;
• Standard flight modes: GPS, ATTI and IOC;
• Photo resolution: 12MP;
• Video resolution: 4K@30, 2.7K@60, 1080p@120 and 720p@240;
• 14.8V 4900 mAh flight battery;
• Up to 25 minutes flight time;
• Max. control and FPV distance: up to 2km;

Autel Robotics X-Star Premium package includes

• Aircraft with 3-axis gimbal and 4K (Ultra HD) camera;
• Transmitter with built-in HD video downlink;
• Intelligent flight battery (4s, 4900mAh);
• Battery charger;
• 64GB micro SD memory card;
• 1 set of spare propellers
• Deluxe carrying Case;
• Accessories;
• Autel Robotics X-Star quick guide.