Head-to-head
LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 vs LEGO Star Wars T-65 X-Wing Starfighter
Both built. Both reviewed. Here's how they actually compare on the things that matter.
Set #75308
LEGO Star Wars R2-D2
Punches way above its piece count. The rotating dome, the periscope reveal, the 40th anniversary minifig — it all just works.
Set #75355
LEGO Star Wars T-65 X-Wing Starfighter
Wing-locking S-foils, weathered hull paint, and the cleanest UCS landing-gear engineering LEGO has ever built.
By the numbers
The spec sheet.
| Metric | LEGO Star Wars R2-D2 | LEGO Star Wars T-65 X-Wing Starfighter |
|---|---|---|
| Rating | 5/5 | 5/5 |
| Pieces | 2,314WINS | 1,949 |
| MSRP | $239.99 | $239.99 |
| Price per piece | $0.10WINS | $0.12 |
| Verdict | Must buy | Must buy |
| Best for | Star Wars fans who want a flagship-feeling set without the Falcon's footprint or price tag. | Original-trilogy fans who want a flagship Rebellion ship without the Falcon-tier price tag. |
Pros & cons
What I actually noticed.
LEGO Star Wars R2-D2
Pros
- Rotating dome and a hidden periscope/saber-launcher gimmick
- Includes a tiny 40th anniversary R2 minifig with bronze plaque
- Perfect display size — fits anywhere
- Sub-$250 ticket for a UCS-quality build
Cons
- Limited posing — the legs are mostly static
- Some panel gaps are visible up close (a known UCS R2 quirk)
LEGO Star Wars T-65 X-Wing Starfighter
Pros
- S-foils lock open and closed with a real mechanism
- Includes Luke (X-Wing pilot) and R2-D2
- Stand displays it in attack position — nose down, wings open
- Sub-$250 entry point into UCS Star Wars
Cons
- Smaller than the 2013 UCS X-Wing — some collectors prefer the original scale
- No interior cockpit detail (Luke fits, but it's a tight squeeze)
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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.