AK-47 vs Runtz: Complete Strain Comparison
Looking for a detailed comparison between AK-47 and Runtz? Whether you are a consumer choosing your next purchase or a grower planning your next harvest, this side-by-side guide covers everything you need to know.
Quick Overview
- AK-47: Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) – THC: 20-22% – Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric
- Runtz: Hybrid (Zkittlez × Gelato) – THC: 19-29% – Euphoric, relaxing, uplifting, tingly
Effects Comparison
AK-47 is known for its Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric effects, making it popular among users looking for PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain. Runtz on the other hand delivers Euphoric, relaxing, uplifting, tingly effects, commonly used for Stress, anxiety, pain, insomnia.
Flavor & Aroma
AK-47 offers Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour, while Runtz is characterized by Tropical candy, sweet fruit, creamy.
Growing Guide
AK-47 flowers in 8-9 weeks, reaching 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 350-450 g/m². Runtz flowers in 8-9 weeks, growing to 80-120 cm (indoor) / up to 160 cm (outdoor) with an indoor yield of 400-500 g/m².
Awards
- AK-47: Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10
- Runtz: Leafly Strain of the Year 2020
Full Comparison Table
| Property |
RuntzHybrid THC
19-29% CBD
< 1% |
AK-47Hybrid THC
20-22% CBD
1.5% |
|---|---|---|
| 🧬 Genetics | Hybrid (Zkittlez × Gelato) | Sativa dominant (Colombian × Mexican × Thai × Afghani) |
| 🌍 Origin | USA – California | Netherlands (Serious Seeds) 1992 |
| 🌸 Flowering Type | Photoperiod | Photoperiod |
| 📅 Flowering Period | 8-9 weeks | 8-9 weeks |
| 📏 Height | 80-120 cm (indoor) / up to 160 cm (outdoor) | 100-150 cm (indoor) / up to 200 cm (outdoor) |
| 🏠 Yield (Indoor) | 400-500 g/m² | 350-450 g/m² |
| 🌿 Yield (Outdoor) | 400-500 g/plant | 500 g/plant |
| 🍂 Harvest (Outdoor) | Early-mid (September – October) | Mid-season (October) |
| ⚙️ Grow Difficulty | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| 🍄 Mold Resistance | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★☆☆ |
| ✨ Effect | Euphoric, relaxing, uplifting, tingly | Relaxing, uplifting, creative, euphoric |
| 👃 Flavor & Aroma | Tropical candy, sweet fruit, creamy | Earth, floral, sandalwood, sour |
| 🏆 Awards | Leafly Strain of the Year 2020 | Cannabis Cup 1992, 1999; High Times Top 10 |
| 🏥 Medical Use | Stress, anxiety, pain, insomnia | PTSD, anxiety, depression, pain |