If you are looking for a pod device and are trying to choose between the Voopoo Drag X3 and Drag X2, you are definitely not alone in this decision. Of course, both of these models are among the favorite pod devices of Voopoo in the USA and are known for their balance of power, portability, and vapor and flavor output. However, which of them will be more suited for you?

In this blog, every single aspect that matters, including designs, life of battery, pod fitting and performance will be discussed.

A Quick Summary Before We Dive Deep

• Drag X3: It supports 21700 and 18650 cells, comes with an increased touchscreen display size, improved user interface, and increased battery life.
• Drag X2: Older version, single 18650 battery, lighter and slightly smaller, stable output, and more affordable.

In both pod mods, the power output is 80W and can be delivered capably, and the differences are solely in flexibility and design considerations.

Design and Build Quality: Classic Drag Look and Modern Twists

Drag X2 and Drag X3 carry on this tradition of Drag-style devices in the Voopoo tradition: zinc alloy and leather-style panels. They are well-built and substantial in hand, and are intended for carry.

Drag X3: A More Modern Feel

The X3 takes things up a notch with:

• A larger 1.66-inch touchscreen
• A capacitive unlock system

Slightly taller body to accommodate the optional 21700 battery

The touch screen makes it easier to navigate settings, change modes, and change wattage output. If you like modern-looking products and easier UI designs, this Drag X3 is more high-tech.

Drag X2: Compact and Familiar

In contrast, the X2 sports the more traditional layout of:

• Standard Display
• Power adjustment buttons
• A light and compact feeling

And if you are looking for something straightforward, ergonomic, and easy to use and work, the Drag-X2 hits the spot just right.

Battery Lifetime and Power: How Big Is the Gap?

Maximum of 80W for both devices

No matter which of them you pick, you’ll get:

• Up to 80W output
• Even power delivery
• Rapid firing

In most vape enthusiasts’ scenarios, 80W is sufficient for MTL and hardcore DTL vaping.

Drag X3 Battery Flexibility

It is in this area that the Drag X3 excels. It can employ:

• 18650 battery (common for pod mods)
• 21700 battery (larger and Longlasting

The flexibility to alternate between the two:

Having a 21700 battery meaning it lasts for much longer when vaping

If you like the lighter build, you can always switch to the 18650:

You’re never forced into just one battery format

Drag X2 Battery Setup

The Drag X2 only supports:

• A single 18650 battery

By keeping the device light, it increases the vape duration only when you can recharge or change the battery.

Which One Wins?

Heavy vapers: Drag X3 is better

Casual/Moderate: Drag X2 is more than enough

Chipset & Performance: Fast, Smart, and Reliable

Both mods employ the well-acclaimed GENE chipset series developed by Voopoo. In the Drag X2, it comes in the Gene.TT 2.0 chipset, known for:

• Fast Firing
• Smart coil recognition
• RBA mode for manual tuning
• ECO mode for power save

Drag X3 employs an upgraded variant and improves the usage experience with its touch-screen functionality and better performance modes. Still featured are:

• Smart mode
• RBA mode
• Protection modes (overheat, short circuit, reverse polarity, low voltage, and others)

Both are known for extreme consistency and thus optimal power output and vapor generation.

User Experience BreakDown

• DragX3: Smoother Interface, Simpler to use and easier to operate,
• Drag X2: Simple, easy to use, less to learn, more intuitive

Pods, Coils, and Flavour Production: What Matter Most

Best of all, both the Drag X2 and Drag X3 utilize the PnP X platform, renowned for:

• Easy side/top-fill pods
• Good taste qualities
• Coil variety: Wide
• Long life of the coil
• Availability in the USA
• Flavor Performance

Flavor emission is more influenced by:

• Coil resistance
• Airflow
• E-liquid selection
• Both devices provide:
• Thick, warm clouds for DTL coils
• MTL hits that are smooth and pleasureful

Expect similar flavors from both pod mods since the platform for the coils is the same.

Everyday Convenience: How They Feel in Real Use

Drag X3 Advantages

• Larger touchscreen
• Improved wattage control
• Unlock via touch sensor (reduced button clicks)
• Extended battery life
• Contemporary user interface

Drag X2 Advantages

• Lightweight and portable
• Simplified menu systems
• Even more discreet for pocket-friendly applications
• Easier for beginners
• Price and Value Proposition

By comparison, the Drag X2 is relatively inexpensive since it is an older series of devices. Nonetheless, it remains cost-effective.

Drag-X3 may be somewhat pricier, and you are paying for:

• Rechargeable flexibility
• Improved UI
• Touchscreen
• Longer vaping sessions, supporting 21700 cells
• A more modern look

If budgeting is what you care about, you can never go wrong with the X2.

If it is concerning longevity, innovation, and usage, then the winner is the X3.

Which One Should You Choose?

Choose the Drag X2 if you want:

• Compact and easy to use pod mod
• Stable, consistent vaping
• Generally Inexpensive Option
• Making it easier to change behavior
• Simple and small control size

Pick the Drag X3 in case you:

• Extended battery life
• En option 21700
• Larger and more friendly-looking screen
• A contemporary look and touch navigation
• Overall performance: Best performer

Both are top-of-the-line devices: it just depends on what you care about in terms of vaping habits.

If battery life and touch are what you are looking for, then the Voopoo Drag X3 is the better device. Having the option of charging and discharging the 21700 battery is what makes it such an extreme advantage for heavy hitters.

If you are looking for something less cumbersome, easier, and more economical, you get everything you need in the Drag X2 and nothing more.

In any case, you’ll still receive:

• Excellent flavour
• Good vapor production
• Consistent performance
• Access to the PnP X-Coil Network

So you just can’t go wrong, it just depends on what you like to vape.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: Can Drag X2 and Drag X3 be used with the same coils?

Ans: Yes. In that case, you can use the same coils on both machines because both machines use the PNP X coils.

Q2: Is it possible to use 21700 batteries in Drag X2?

Ans: No. Only the Drag X3 comes equipped with a 21700 battery. Drag X2 supports only one 18650 battery.

Q3: How many devices can be charged at one time?

Ans: Drag X3 stretches much further due to the availability of the 21700 battery, which has such a large capacity compared to the 18650 battery.

Q4: Which one has better flavor?

Ans: The taste is very similar since both use PnP X coils. Your coil and e-liquids will contribute much more to taste differences than the device itself. 

Q5: Is the touch-screen on the Drag X3 worth it?

Ans: If you enjoy visual tuning, easy navigation, and modern-looking software, yes, it definitely makes life easier when you can touch and click. If you like easier controls, the X2 is sufficient.

Q6: Which one is better for a beginner?

Ans: Drag X2: it is simpler and less complicated, making it very suitable for beginner users.

Q7: Which is relatively more valuable for the money?

Ans: If budget is an issue, the Drag X2 is the better choice. If you need a device that lasts longer and has many features, the Drag X3 is better