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Acebeam PT20 vs Wuben G5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben G5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT20 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben G5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 132% 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$39.9Most expensive
US$24.99Cheapest
Weight
47 g (1.66 oz)Lightest
52 g (1.83 oz)Heaviest
Length
132.5 mm (5.22 in)Longest
62 mm (2.44 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
1600 cdLowest candela
3820 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
80 m (262 ft)Lowest
82 m (269 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
3900 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 10880 USB-C Li-ion battery, compatible with 2 x AAA alkaline/NiMH batteries
Lithium-ion
Charging type
USB-C (battery charging port)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2m waterproof for 30 minutes)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Al6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Metal (Aluminum for standard; Titanium for Titanium Edition)
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday CarryTravelEmergency LightingInspection Work
Everyday Carry (EDC)Indoor And Outdoor UseHands Free LightingCampingEmergency SignalingMechanics And TechniciansBudget Conscious UsersBlackout Kits And Storm Shelters
Common praise
Compact Size And Lightweight DesignGood Balance Of Brightness And RuntimeConvenient Two Way ClipIncludes Rechargeable Battery With USB C ChargingComfortable Pen Shaped GripReliable Tail Switch Operation
Compact And Lightweight DesignBright And Clean Beam With Useful Maximum 400 Lumens OutputUseful Rgb Lighting Modes With Multiple Colors And Beacon FunctionalityStrong Magnetic Mount And Adjustable Pocket ClipFast USB C Charging And Long Runtime Up To 65 Hours (3900 Minutes)Durable Metal Body With High Waterproof Rating (ip68)Good Value For The Price
Common complaints
Carbon Fiber Finish Can Be Slick To HoldLow Cri (~70) Not Ideal For Color Critical TasksNo Standby Light Current
Non Replaceable Built In BatterySome Users May Find Controls (sliding Switch, Side Button, Rotary Wheel) Slightly Complex InitiallyMinor Control Ergonomics Issues
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