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Pro 1 Pico vs Quanta Discovery PICO: Energy and Modes
Pro 1 Pico and Discovery PICO both offer up to 800 mJ at 1064 nm in their published or console-selectable picosecond settings. Pro 1 Pico displays 400 mJ maximum at 532 nm Standard mode compared with Quanta's published 300 mJ; Discovery uses 450/370 ps pulses and VarioPulse.
Key differences
- 1064 nm maximum: Pro 1 Pico Standard 800 mJ selected; Discovery PICO manufacturer lists 800 mJ.
- 532 nm maximum: Pro 1 Pico Standard 400 mJ selected; Discovery PICO lists 300 mJ.
- Discovery PICO uses 450 ps at 1064 nm and 370 ps at 532 nm, versus the Pro 1 Pico 500 ps picosecond mode.
How does Pro 1 Pico compare with Quanta Discovery PICO?
Pro 1 Pico and Discovery PICO both offer up to 800 mJ at 1064 nm in their published or console-selectable picosecond settings. Pro 1 Pico displays 400 mJ maximum at 532 nm Standard mode compared with Quanta’s published 300 mJ; Discovery uses 450/370 ps pulses and VarioPulse.
For a clinic building tattoo, PMU, pigmentation and thermal services, Pro 1 Pico brings native 1064 nm with a documented higher 532 nm maximum selectable setting, PTP dual-pulse and Long-Pulse 1064 delivery. Quanta’s shorter published pulse durations, optional Ruby wavelength and VarioPulse system are relevant distinctions to evaluate.
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Which laser specifications matter to a clinic buyer?
| Specification | Pro 1 Pico | Quanta Discovery PICO |
|---|---|---|
| Core wavelengths | 1064/532; 585/650 dye handpieces | 1064/532; optional 694 nm in Plus version |
| 1064 nm maximum picosecond energy | 800 mJ Standard setting | 800 mJ |
| 532 nm maximum picosecond energy | 400 mJ Standard setting | 300 mJ |
| Pulse duration | 500 ps | 450 ps at 1064; 370 ps at 532 |
| Additional delivery | PTP twin pulse; PicoFusion; Long-Pulse 1064 | VarioPulse and photo-thermal options |
| Fractional optics | PicoMatrix round, square and honeycomb | Optibeam II fractional/flat-top optics |
| PTP total displayed energy | Up to 1600 mJ at 1064 and 800 mJ at 532 | Not a directly equivalent stated PTP specification |
Specification basis: Pro 1 Pico values are console-selectable settings documented in October 2026, not independent optical-output measurements. Its PTP figures are programmed twin-pulse totals, not single-pulse energy. Competitor details are taken from Quanta Discovery PICO manufacturer documentation. Accessories, generations and regional configurations may differ. Pulse energy or pulse duration alone does not establish superiority in clinical outcomes.
What does this difference mean for your clinic?
For a clinic building tattoo, PMU, pigmentation and thermal services, Pro 1 Pico brings native 1064 nm with a documented higher 532 nm maximum selectable setting, PTP dual-pulse and Long-Pulse 1064 delivery. Quanta’s shorter published pulse durations, optional Ruby wavelength and VarioPulse system are relevant distinctions to evaluate.
Before choosing, ask for the actual supplied wavelength and handpiece configuration, regulatory indications, service terms and clinician training. For Pro 1 Pico, we can demonstrate Standard, PTP, PicoFusion, Long-Pulse 1064 and PicoMatrix options in one equipment consultation.
Is Pro 1 Pico more powerful than Discovery PICO?
At 532 nm their stated Standard/picosecond maximum energies are 400 mJ for Pro 1 Pico and 300 mJ for Discovery PICO. At 1064 nm both list or display 800 mJ. Pulse widths, beam profiles and measurement methods also matter.
Does Discovery PICO offer more than two wavelengths?
The Discovery PICO Plus version offers optional 694 nm Ruby in addition to 1064 and 532 nm. Pro 1 Pico offers 585/650 nm dye handpieces for selected pigments.
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Summary
For a clinic building tattoo, PMU, pigmentation and thermal services, Pro 1 Pico brings native 1064 nm with a documented higher 532 nm maximum selectable setting, PTP dual-pulse and Long-Pulse 1064 delivery. Quanta's shorter published pulse durations, optional Ruby wavelength and VarioPulse system are relevant distinctions to evaluate.
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Is Pro 1 Pico more powerful than Discovery PICO?
At 532 nm their stated Standard/picosecond maximum energies are 400 mJ for Pro 1 Pico and 300 mJ for Discovery PICO. At 1064 nm both list or display 800 mJ. Pulse widths, beam profiles and measurement methods also matter.
Does Discovery PICO offer more than two wavelengths?
The Discovery PICO Plus version offers optional 694 nm Ruby in addition to 1064 and 532 nm. Pro 1 Pico offers 585/650 nm dye handpieces for selected pigments.
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