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Acebeam PT40 vs Sofirn SP33S
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam PT40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4700% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 67% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 4700% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn SP33S stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam PT40 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$175
Unknown
Weight
145 g (5.11 oz)Lightest
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
126.8 mm (4.99 in)Longest
126 mm (4.96 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
3680 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
121 m (397 ft)Lowest
264 m (866 ft)Highest
Max runtime
4800 minLongest runtime
100 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
18650 rechargeable Li-ion
26650 or 21700 rechargeable Li-ion
Charging type
Micro USB (via included cable, optional battery with USB-C port)
USB-C internal charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium alloy with Type III hard-anodized finish
Aluminum alloy, T6061-T6
Use case profile
Best for
Industrial workVehicle repairCampingOutdoor sportsLaw enforcementEveryday carry
EDCCampingHikingOutdoor activities
Common praise
High brightness and good beam qualityVersatile mounting options including magnetic tail and pocket clipHigh color rendering index reducing eye strainSolid build quality with aircraft-grade aluminum body
High maximum brightness at 5000 lumensStable output with boost driverConvenient USB-C charging with powerbank capabilityGood build quality with flat tailcap for stable tailstandingNo PWM (pulse-width modulation) in light output
Common complaints
Magnet not very strong on curved metal surfacesHeadband attachment not very comfortable for switching between handheld and headlamp usePocket clip is not very stiff and less comfortable to clip onto pockets
Can turn off under strong vibrations due to brass button contact designSome color tint shift in beamLimited thermal regulation leading to output ramping on turbo mode
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