Almost every day new POD-systems and sub-mods appear on the vape market, the distinctive feature of which is compact size, autonomy and quite good taste and flavor. It is such devices that make many vapers put on the shelf a powerful box-mod, drip and tank. Hardly anyone would argue that one of the leaders in the production of sub-mods at the moment is the company Smok (just remember one of the best-selling devices of this class Smok RPM). With enviable regularity the company presents not only radically new devices in this format, but also refined devices that were released earlier. Not so long ago the company presented a new device Smok Nord X kit, which is a successor of a popular Nord series, but with some changes and improvements, thanks to which it became more autonomous and efficient.
General information
Smok Nord X kit is a compact submod, equipped with quite powerful built-in battery, running a proprietary chipset and designed for installation of vaporizers RPM and RPM2 series. The design of the new device will not surprise you, because Smok are trying to stick to the corporate style, especially when releasing devices for certain ranges. The sub-mod works only in variwatt mode, but for most vapers this will be enough. Depending on the vaper’s preferences, you can use both RPM series vaporizers (including RBA base) and RPM2 cartridges in the kit, both cartridges are available. Buy Smok Nord X kit is available in eight original color designs – Black Cobra, White Cobra, 7-Color Cobra, 7-Color Spray, Fluid Blue, Fluid 7-Color, Fluid Red, Fluid Gold.
Kit
The new submod is completed almost by Smok’s standard, but this is not bad, because the vaper gets the device out of the box, ready for use. So in the box the vaper will find:
Nord X Device battery pack;
Nord X RPM 2 Pod with pre-installed RPM 2 Mesh 0.16ohm Coil vaporizer;
Nord X RPM Pod cartridge with pre-installed RPM Mesh4ohm Coil vaporizer;
USB Type-C cable;
User Manual.
Nord X Device Battery Pack
Many vapers know and successfully use sub-mods Smok Nord and Smok Nord 2, but to these devices there are a number of claims and comments related to usability, the volume of the cartridge and power. Smok always listen to vapers, so the developers quickly came up with a new device Smok Nord X kit, which has no such errors.
Just look at the Smok Nord X kit and it becomes clear that the manufacturer of this device is the company Smok, because too typical features of the device, reminiscent of a bar. At the same time it is quite compact 100*31*23 mm, and weighs 96 grams. The body is made of zinc alloy with plastic side panels, which will definitely please the vaper with its original bright colors.
The manufacturer claims that the Smok Nord X kit is made in a case with IP67 protection standard against dust, moisture and shock (throwing on concrete or hitting with a hammer is not recommended).
Maximum power Smok Nord X kit 60 watts, which is provided by a fairly powerful built-in battery capacity of 1500 mAh, which allows you to get autonomy for a day. The battery is charged via USB Type-C connector, located on the bottom end and closed with a silicone plug, 1.2A current (full charging time is 75 minutes).
The device works under the control of proprietary chipset, providing a full set of protections and the ability to use submod in varivatt mode with a capacity of 5-60 watts. The board is capable of raising resistance from 0.2 ohms. On the side surface is a small monochrome display, which you can find a minimum set of data on the device power, resistance, voltage, number of puffs and battery level.
Nord X cartridge
Traditionally, the company Smok bundles many of its submods with two cartridges for the use of different vaporizers, and Smok Nord X kit was no exception. In the battery pack, the cartridges are held together by magnets, so it’s easy to replace them.
The two cartridges available in the Smok Nord X kit are designed to install RPM and RPM2 series vaporizers, and the kit already has RPM 2 Mesh 0.16ohm Coil and RPM Mesh 0.4ohm Coil vaporizers on the grid. But the vaper has a wide range of vaporizers of both series, including serviced base, so everyone can choose the option depending on their preferences. The airflow adjustment is not provided, it is made by replacing the vaporizers.
The cartridge is refilled in the traditional way for Smok devices, it is removed from the battery box, a small silicone cap is opened on the side and 6 ml of liquid is poured into the hole. It is worth using bottles with a thin metal spout, because the filling hole is small.
Conclusions and impressions
Despite the slightly increased size Smok Nord X kit is still as practical and easy to use. Many vapers will appreciate the versatility of the device in terms of vaporizers, its autonomy, increased power, fast charging and ease of use.
Advantages and disadvantages
Disadvantages
Lack of airflow adjustment;
For charging you need to remove the cartridge from the battery pack;
Inconvenient serviceable base.
Advantages
Compact size;
Large selection of colors;
High capacity battery;
Fast charging;
IP67 protection;
USB Type-C;
Easy operation;
Reliable board;
Two types of cartridges;
Large selection of vaporizers and RBA base;
Large cartridge capacity.