| Project | Infrared technology | X-ray fluorescence analysis | Neutron Activation Analysis | Prompt Gamma Neutron Activation Analysis |
| Simultaneous measurement of multiple elements | Yes | Atomic number > 12 | Yes (Except H, C, O, etc.) | Yes |
| Granularity requirements | Have higher requirements | >6 mm | None | None |
| Influence of surrounding environment | Affected by dust, humidity, etc. | None | None | None |
| Real-time online analysis | Yes | Yes | Offline measurement | Yes |
| Measurement method | Surface | Near surface | Volume measurement | Volume measurement |
| Accuracy | Poor | Poor | Very high | Good |
| Regular correction | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Radioactivity around the instrument | None | Within safe range | Within safe range | Within safe range |