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Fanatec Podium DD1 vs Moza R16 Ultra

Fanatec Podium DD1

Fanatec Podium DD1

$1000
Moza R16 Ultra

Moza R16 Ultra

New
$529

Spec profile

Each axis ranks against the 51 wheel bases on the site: the further out, the more it stands out in that spec (more performance, lighter, cheaper…).

Center: lowest in the category · Edge: highest

Fanatec Podium DD1· leads in 1

Torque

Moza R16 Ultra· leads in 2

EncoderAffordability
  • Torque

    20 NmTop 30%
    16 NmTop 43%
  • Encoder

    16 bit
    21 bit
  • Lightness

    13 kg
    No data
  • Affordability

    $1,000
    $529Top 28%

A spec without data for a product is left out of its shape, so it doesn't count as a low score.

Why is Moza R16 Ultra better than Fanatec Podium DD1?

Has better encoder resolution

Technical Specifications

Compare features between Fanatec Podium DD1 vs Moza R16 Ultra

Best value

Essentials

$1,000
$529
13 kg
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Performance

20 Nm
16 Nm
16 bit
21 bit
Direct Drive
Direct Drive

Build

Aluminum
Aluminum
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Visual Comparison

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Wheel Base Torque Performance

This chart compares wheel base torque output and its effect on force feedback realism based on the selected race type.

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Torque vs Feeling
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The curve adapts based on the race type, showing how torque relates to perceived performance feeling. The expected max torque is shown as a reference.

Comparison Questions

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