Which is better H3 or H4?

H3 protects against termites and wood rot, and is for outside, above ground only. H4 is for outside, non-structural, in contact with ground, such as posts and garden edges.
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Which is brighter H4 or H7?

The light output is higher with H7 systems than with the H4 ones because two lamps interact. But since H7 systems require four bulbs instead of two, and bulbs should always be replaced on both sides at the same time because of their similar lifetime, H7 systems have a higher cost factor over time.
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Which is better H4 or H7?

The H4 headlight has a waterproof rating of IP65 which means it can withstand rainfall or damp environments. The H7 headlight on the other hand, has a waterproof rating of IP7 which enables it to be submerged underwater and will still work efficiently.
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What are H3 bulbs used for?

H1 and H3 bulbs are both a type of halogen bulb. They're both approved for general use in the European Union, US, and Japan. This means that they can be used as headlights as well as for other purposes, such as fog lights, turn signals etc.
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How bright are H3 bulbs?

For Lumens, AUXLIGHT H3 LED Fog Light Bulbs is 1500 lumens per bulb, yet the stock halogen bulbs is about 450 lumens per bulb. 300% brighter than stock bulbs.
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What is H4 LED headlight?

H4 bulbs contain two filaments, giving them the option of being either high- or low-beam lights. The bulb has a three-pronged attachment to the wiring harness. Originally developed for European race cars, these bulbs are very bright and can give off white, blue, violet or yellow light.
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Can I use 100w bulb instead of 55W?

When should I use High Power Bulbs? OK so let's recap, higher wattage bulbs are not road legal. They will also last a lot less time than a 55W bulb. Therefore you should not be using them for normal driving.
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What does H4 bulb fit?

The H4 model has a slightly shorter tab, but an H4 bulb will fit into a 9003 socket.
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How bright are H4 bulbs?

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What is the brightest lumen headlight?

The brightest LED headlights on the market usually provide 5,000 to 6,000 lumens per light or 10,000 to 12,000 lumens per set.
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Is 9003 the same as H4?

On the outside, there is absolutely no difference between H4 and 9003. Both share the same housing, the same dual-filament internals, and the same three-pronged connection. So, of course, they are interchangeable, i.e., installing a 9003 bulb in a vehicle equipped with H4s, and vice-versa.
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Can you replace 55w bulbs with 60w?

The vast majority of wiring systems should be able to cope with uprating 35/35w bulbs to 55/60w bulbs without any problem.
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Are all H4 bulbs the same?

Since different bulb types have different fittings, they aren't interchangeable. If your vehicle requires H4 bulbs, you can't simply switch to another bulb fitting. The only exception is the HB2 or 9003 bulb, which are identical to H4 bulbs.
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What's the highest wattage headlight bulb?

Headlight bulbs do come in different wattages. The higher the wattage the more lumens a bulb will put out. Standard halogen replacement bulbs are generally 55 watts for most vehicles while HID bulbs run at around 35 watts.
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Which headlights are best for night driving?

LED and HID bulbs give the best coverage in comparison to standard bulbs, and they also extend the distance of vision at night, especially in dimly lit areas or off-road where there is no lighting available.
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Can I put a brighter bulb in my headlight?

Installing brighter bulbs will just shine even more light in the wrong place. Most headlight upgrades focus on brightness, but you can't ignore the beam pattern.
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What vehicle uses H4 bulb?

Uses and Availability

The H4 bulb was originally invented for use in race cars. However, its use was primarily restricted to European cars for decades. In the United States, H4 bulbs were popular in motorcycles, but couldn't be used in cars or trucks due to legal restrictions requiring sealed headlamps.
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How does H4 bulb work?

While H1, H3, and H7 bulbs all have just one filament, the H4 is a dual-filament bulb. Instead of only one wire producing light, the H4 bulb has two. This allows the H4 bulb to serve as both the main beam and dipped beam headlights in one single bulb.
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Is HB3 the same as H3?

H3 isn't the same as HB3.
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What bulb is the same as H4?

The H4, HB2, and 9003 are essentially all the same bulb and can be used interchangeably.
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