The NextSeq 500 Sequencing System has been discontinued. The NextSeq 550 System is an alternative solution that provides the increased flexibility of microarray scanning in addition to sequencing.
NextSeq 550 System
NextSeq Instrument Comparison
| NextSeq 550 System | NextSeq 550 Dx System** | NextSeq 1000 & NextSeq 2000 Systems | |
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| For | Customers who need array scanning capabilities or are adding capacity to an existing NextSeq 550 fleet. | Customers who need an IVD cleared system with tight change control | Customers who want a cost-efficient sequencer that offers scalability for evolving needs and supports emerging applications |
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| Run Time | 12–30 hours | 12–30 hours | 11-48 hours |
| Maximum Output | 120 Gb* | 121 Gb* | 360 Gb* |
| Maximum Reads per Run | 400 million | 400 million | 1.2 billion* |
| Maximum Read Length | 2 × 150 bp | 2 × 150 bp | 2 × 150 bp |
| Description | The NextSeq 550 System combines tried-and-true instrument technologies and tunable output with sequencing and array capabilities. | Offers a validated high-throughput platform with access to an ever-expanding pipeline of clinical applications in the fields of oncology, reproductive health, and more. | Unlock a broad range of applications ranging from targeted sequencing to data-rich multiomics, all with one flexible instrument. |
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| Data Analysis Options | DRAGEN analysis options: DRAGEN via the cloud through BaseSpace Pipelines (Most DRAGEN pipelines and select options) DRAGEN on-premise via server (All DRAGEN pipelines excluding metagenomics) |
DRAGEN analysis options: DRAGEN via the cloud through BaseSpace Pipelines (Most DRAGEN pipelines and select options) DRAGEN on-premise via server (All DRAGEN pipelines excluding metagenomics) |
DRAGEN analysis options: Dragen onboard analysis in addition to BaseSpace and server options
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| Explore NextSeq 550 | Explore NextSeq 550Dx | Explore NextSeq 1000 & 2000 |
* Specifications based on Illumina PhiX control library at supported cluster densities.
** For In Vitro Diagnostic Use. Not available in all regions and countries.
Workflow
System Specifications
16.25–120 Gb
output range
130–400 million
reads per run
2 x 150 bp
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