Head-to-head
LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System vs LEGO Icons Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #10341
LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System
The SLS rocket. The Orion spacecraft. The mobile launcher. NASA's return to the Moon, captured in LEGO at 1m of vertical display energy.
Set #76964
LEGO Icons Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull
The T. rex skull, mounted, base, plaque, and a printed footprint that's the smartest detail in the set.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System | LEGO Icons Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5WINS | 4/5 |
| Pieces | 3,601WINS | 577 |
| MSRP | $259.99 | $79.99WINS |
| Price per piece | $0.07WINS | $0.14 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Recommended |
| Best for | Space enthusiasts, NASA fans, and Icons collectors who want a vertical display centerpiece without the architectural bulk. | Builders who want the museum-skeleton vibe in a single-piece display; fans of the retired [Dinosaur Fossils](/reviews/dinosaur-fossils) who can't find a copy. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Icons NASA Artemis Space Launch System
Pros
- 1m of vertical display height — the tallest LEGO space set ever made
- Iconic orange-and-white SLS livery in actual brick colour, not stickers
- Removable Orion spacecraft sub-build at the top
- Mobile launcher tower with detailed servicing arms
- Booster separation stages display modes
Cons
- Vertical footprint demands 1m+ of ceiling clearance
- Mobile launcher tower is tall and tip-prone — anchor it
- Some sticker work on the SLS livery panels
LEGO Icons Dinosaur Fossils: T. rex Skull
Pros
- Movie-accurate T. rex skull anatomy in LEGO scale
- Printed footprint tile on the base — most underappreciated detail in the set
- Articulated jaw — can be staged open or closed
- Modern reissue of the [Dinosaur Fossils](/reviews/dinosaur-fossils) skeleton concept at a single-piece price point
Cons
- Single skull only — no full skeleton like the original 21320
- Display base is smaller than the build deserves
- Lighting matters more than for any other set in the lineup
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Comparison generated from our individual reviews. Pros, cons, and ratings come from full hands-on builds — see each review for the complete take.