Comparison Console
Acebeam K65 vs Acebeam X80-GT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam K65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 424% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam K65 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 26% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 424% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam K65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 76% 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$224Cheapest
US$330Most expensive
Weight
660 g (23.28 oz)Heaviest
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Lightest
Length
190 mm (7.48 in)Longest
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
6200 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
257000 cdHighest candela
34700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1014 m (3327 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650
4 x 18650 rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2m)
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
Aircraft-grade aluminium alloy Type 6063 with premium type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel bezel
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
SearchingHuntingRescuingSecuringCavingOutdoor activitiesLaw enforcementEmergency servicesNature conservationNocturnal adventurers
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Common praise
Extremely high maximum output and throwLong runtime on lower modesRobust build quality with premium materialsEasy one-handed operation via side electronic switchEffective thermal regulation and battery power indicatorsMultiple brightness levels and special modes like strobe and SOS
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Common complaints
Heavier and larger compared to smaller EDC flashlightsHotspot tint with some yellowish corona noted in beamSide switch has small UI quirks such as mode skippingBezel can get damaged when dropped despite stainless steel material
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type