Comparison Console
Acebeam D30 vs Acebeam X65 Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam D30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam D30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 114% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4400% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam D30 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$189.9
Unknown
Weight
517 g (18.24 oz)Lightest
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
267.9 mm (10.55 in)Longest
186.6 mm (7.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5600 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
528529 cdHighest candela
492000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1454 m (4770 ft)Highest
1403 m (4603 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
300 minShortest runtime
13500 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 21700 rechargeable USB-C batteries
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with hard anodization
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Professional deep-sea divingUnderwater marine explorationNavigating murky waters
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
Common praise
High brightness with focused beam for underwater useLong maximum runtime with battery swap capabilityDurable, corrosion-resistant design suitable for saltwaterIntuitive side switch allows easy one-handed operationWaterproof with triple o-rings and 1.5m impact resistance
Very high maximum output of 12000 lumensExtremely long beam distance of 1403 metersSolid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and type III hard-anodized finishWaterproof to 5 meters and impact resistant to 1 meterConvenient stainless steel side switch with good tactile feedbackIncludes battery pack with four high-quality 18650 rechargeable batteries
Common complaints
Mostly specialized for diving; less suited as general EDC flashlight
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port