Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX vs Delphin ELIXIR 3000X
Shimano Vanquish FC
Spinning
95.00 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classExcellent
Durability9.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.27 out of 10
Gear ratio6.2:2
Maximum drag11kg / 24.25lbs
Weight220g / 7.76oz
Line retireve per crank101 centimeter / 39.76 inch
Ball bearings12
Technical Specifications
- BrandSHIMANO
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €429.33
- Is saltwater resistantYes
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel sizeC5000XGC
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.4/120
Delphin ELIXIR
Spinning
53.30 out of 100
Value for money4 out of 5
Quality classLow
Durability2.5 out of 10
Ergonomics6.19 out of 10
Gear ratio5.0:1
Maximum drag-
Weight244g / 8.61oz
Line retireve per crank-
Ball bearings3+1
Technical Specifications
- BrandDELPHIN
- The main category of the reelSpinning
- Price range~ €18.95
- Is saltwater resistantNo
- Spare spoolNo
- Reel size3000
- Handle typeSingle handle
- Drag typeFront drag
- Handle orientationLeft, Right
- Line capacity monofilmm/meter: 0.16/350
Conclusion
Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX clearly outshines Delphin ELIXIR 3000X, offering significantly better performance in maximum drag (11kg / 24,25lbs) and line retrieve per crank (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch). While Delphin ELIXIR 3000X may be a budget-friendly option. For most anglers, Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX is the kind of reel you can trust when performance matters.
What's the difference between Shimano Vanquish FC and Delphin ELIXIR?
Shimano Vanquish FC C5000XGCX
- With a great drag score 10 out of 10 (11kg / 24,25lbs), the reel is built to handle big fish confidently.. whatever the setting, freshwater or inshore salt
- A high retrieve rate of 9.6 out of 10 (101 centimeter / 39.76 inch), means the reel is made just for speed, perfect for speed fishing or covering water quickly
- Saltwater-safe design makes it perfect for spinning conditions.
Delphin ELIXIR 3000X
- The reel scores 7 out of 10 (3+1) in bearings, offering smooth performance for regular use with no issues
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