Is SX better than NX?
Comparing the DUB variants of the SX and NX cranksets, the main differences are that the SX chainring is tough but heavier, as it’s made of stamped steel, whereas the NX ring is stamped alloy. Both SX and NX Eagle use forged aluminum cranks, but NX uses a superior 6000-series alloy.
What is better NX eagle or GX Eagle?
Compared to the SRAM GX Eagle, the NX is 185 g heavier, with the chain and derailleur making the biggest weight difference. Compared to an X01 Eagle, the NX Eagle gains a whole 438 g, which is quite understandable with a price difference of € 900.
Is NX and GX compatible?
All the Eagle drivetrains are cross-compatible. That means if you wanted to spec the GX Eagle but had wheels that couldn’t upgrade to the XD freehub you could do it by just using the NX cassette. Alternatively, if you wanted more range all you need to grab is the GX cassette and derailleur.
How much better is GX NX?
The NX groupset is a bit more of a budget-minded groupset, offering a crazy price-to-performance ratio. SRAM’s NX 1X groupset is over $100 cheaper than the GX groupset, which makes it easier to get into the 1X game and still leaves you some money for a new pair of gloves or an upgraded saddle!
What is the Shimano equivalent of SRAM SX Eagle?
Component hierarchy
| Shimano | SRAM |
|---|---|
| Deore | SX |
| SLX | NX |
| Deore XT | GX |
| XTR | X01/XX1 |
Is SRAM NX a cassette?
The NX cassette gives riders every bit of the climbing range that the Eagle™ ecosystem affords with a simple upgrade to splined-drive body wheels. Compatible with a splined driver body. This PG-1230 cassette is an integral part of the SRAM Eagle drivetrain Ecosystem. Wide 11-50t gear range-a perfect fit for any ride.
Is X01 better than GX?
Derailleur: The X01 is more durable than GX. That said, there’s a hack! The biggest problem with the current GX der is the B-bolt. It’s metal-on-metal with the derailleur body and this interface wears down over time, getting that play people complain about.
Is GX AXS compatible with NX cassette?
SRAM’s NX-level cassette uses the HG system but has an 11-50t ratio. GX Eagle AXS is compatible with NX.
Is SRAM an NX?
SRAM’s NX Eagle is a solid groupset with plenty of features borrowed from SRAM’s more expensive groupsets. However, shifting isn’t as crisp as it could be and the cassette and derailleur are quite heavy….Product.
| Price | GBP £365.00 |
|---|---|
| What we tested | SRAM NX Eagle 12-speed groupset |
| Year | 2021 |
| Brand | Sram |
Does SRAM NX use XD driver?
SRAM also moves away from the XD driver body for NX, with the 12-speed cassette mating with a standard 8, 9, 10 speed splined SRAM or Shimano driver body – which will further increase compatibility and allow upgrades to a 1×12 system without having to switch drivers.