For starting out in compact 8K resin
Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S
An LCD resin printer with a monochrome 8K screen, a 165 × 72 × 170 mm build volume, and an XY resolution advertised at 22 μm per Phrozen.
In short The Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S is an resin (MSLA) 3D printer with a 165 × 72 × 170 mm (6.5 × 2.8 × 6.7 in) build volume. Phrozen claims a 7.1-inch 8K LCD, 22 µm XY resolution and up to 80 mm/h; the printer measures 290 × 290 × 430 mm (11.4 × 11.4 × 16.9 in) and weighs 10 kg (22 lb).
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Resin · MSLAWhy consider it?
An 8K resolution advertised at 22 μm with 50% fewer layer lines, a 2025 high-temperature LCD panel for a longer service life, and a compact 29 × 29 × 43 cm footprint per Phrozen.
What to verify
A 165 × 72 × 170 mm volume limited to small parts; no Wi-Fi or camera mentioned on the product page.
Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S specifications
- Technology
- Resin (MSLA)
- Build volume
- 165 × 72 × 170 mm (6.5 × 2.8 × 6.7 in)
- Printer dimensions
- 290 × 290 × 430 mm (11.4 × 11.4 × 16.9 in)
- Weight
- 10 kg (22 lb)
- Enclosure
- Protective cover
- LCD screen
- 7.1 in · 8K
- XY resolution
- 22 µm
- Claimed print speed
- 80 mm/h
- Multicolor
- One resin at a time; no automatic color or material switching.
- Materials
- Compatible 405 nm UV resins for LCD/MSLA; open .PRZ file format compatible with Lychee, Chitubox, or Tango per Phrozen.
- Screen
- 3.5-inch touchscreen
- Connectivity
- USB
How much space does it need?
The Phrozen Sonic Mini 8K S measures 290 × 290 × 430 mm (11.4 × 11.4 × 16.9 in) for a 165 × 72 × 170 mm (6.5 × 2.8 × 6.7 in) build volume: the dashed box is the printer, the solid cube the largest theoretical part, about 6% of the machine’s volume. Add room for the spool or multicolor unit, cables and ventilation.
Source: official Phrozen pages (us.phrozen3d.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements. Build volume is nominal: orientation, supports and reserved zones can reduce the usable space.
Which projects is it for?
The Sonic Mini 8K S is an entry-level LCD resin printer with a monochrome 8K screen and a 165 × 72 × 170 mm build volume per Phrozen. The manufacturer positions it for tabletop miniatures, jewelry making, and detailed figurines rather than larger parts.
Phrozen advertises a 22 μm resolution with 50% fewer layer lines than previous generations, aiming for smoother surfaces without extra sanding after printing.
Materials and setup
The printer uses a Linear Projection LED light module per Phrozen's comparison chart, with a layer thickness advertised from 0.01 to 0.30 mm. The open .PRZ file format stays compatible with common slicers such as Lychee, Chitubox, or Tango.
The high-temperature LCD panel, introduced as a 2025 update, is advertised by Phrozen to better resist heat and hold its precision over time, even across repeated prints.
What the bundle includes or not
Phrozen notes that a thank-you envelope with support and warranty information ships with the printer; a CHITUBOX Pro trial card may be included depending on the production batch, without a guarantee every time. The exact box contents (resin tank, build plate, accessories) should be checked on the retailer's listing.
The wash-and-cure station, along with resin, are not included by default and are presented as add-on products on the Phrozen store.
Alternatives to compare
For a noticeably larger plate from the same manufacturer, the Sonic Mighty Revo steps up to a 14K screen on a wider format. For an even bulkier workflow, the Sonic Mega 8K S targets batch production of several parts at once.
The resin printer buying guide and the resin materials guide help prepare post-processing before the printer arrives.
Similar printers to compare
Sources and limits
- Source: official Phrozen pages (us.phrozen3d.com), checked September 28, 2026. Manufacturer claims, not our measurements.
- How we assess specifications
We have not measured noise, real printing speed, accuracy or reliability, so none of these is rated here.