| Tensile Strength | The tensile strength is 800 N/mm² | The tensile strength is 1040 N/mm² |
| Yield Strength | Has a yield strength of 640 N/mm² | Has a yield strength of 940 N/mm² |
| Material | Usually, they are manufactured with medium-carbon steel | Typically made using alloy steel |
| Resistance | Has a good resistance to wear and tear | Shows superior resistance to wear and tear |
| Hardening | Hardened by a ‘quench and temper’ process | Also hardened by a ‘quench and temper’ process, but at higher temperature |
| Load Carrying Capacity | Has a lower load carrying capacity | Has a higher load carrying capacity |
| Application Areas | Used in general hardware where high strength is not a major requirement | Used in high strength applications such as automotive or structural use |
| Cost | Generally more economical due to less alloy content | Higher cost due to more alloying elements |
| Elongation | Minimum elongation of 12% | Minimum elongation of 9% |
| Hardness | Less hardness (Typically 250HV) | Higher hardness (Typically up to 385HV) |
