Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX vs Delphin CarbonIX 1000X

The selected categories are different, score metrics vary from category to another.

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A

Seafishing

65.60 out of 100

Value for money4 out of 5

Quality classGood

Durability8.72 out of 10

Ergonomics5.44 out of 10

Gear ratio5.6:1

Maximum drag16kg / 35.27lbs

Weight675g / 23.81oz

Line retireve per crank107 centimeter / 42.13 inch

Ball bearings6

Technical Specifications

BrandSHIMANO
The main category of the reelSeafishing
Price range~ €215.33
Is saltwater resistantYes
Spare spoolNo
Reel size8000 HG
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/230

Delphin CarbonIX

Spinning

49.80 out of 100

Value for money3 out of 5

Quality classLow

Durability2.85 out of 10

Ergonomics6.32 out of 10

Gear ratio5.1:1

Maximum drag0lbs

Weight204g / 7.2oz

Line retireve per crank0 inch

Ball bearings5+1

Technical Specifications

BrandDELPHIN
The main category of the reelSpinning
Price range~ €40.95
Is saltwater resistantNo
Spare spoolNo
Reel size1000
Handle typeSingle handle
Drag typeFront drag
Handle orientationLeft, Right
Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.1/285

Conclusion

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX clearly outshines Delphin CarbonIX 1000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (16kg / 35,27lbs) and durability (8.72 out of 10). While Delphin CarbonIX 1000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.

What's the difference between Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A and Delphin CarbonIX?

Shimano 2020 Saragosa SW A 8000 HGX

Scoring 8.4 out of 10 (16kg / 35,27lbs), the reel delivers reliable, smooth resistance when targeting strong fighters like snapper or pollock
Built tough for the salt, ideal for seafishing.