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Acebeam T27 vs Acebeam X20-R

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Acebeam T27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam T27 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam T27 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam T27 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 300% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 96% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2471% 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.

Acebeam T27 — Beam distance: 1180 m (3871 ft)Acebeam T27 — Max candela: 348000 cdAcebeam T27 — Weight: 229.5 g (8.10 oz)Acebeam T27 — Length: 174.7 mm (6.88 in)Acebeam T27 — Retail price: US$159.9Acebeam T27 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Acebeam X20-R — Beam distance: 440 m (1444 ft)Acebeam X20-R — Max candela: 48400 cdAcebeam X20-R — Weight: 293 g (10.34 oz)Acebeam X20-R — Length: 136.3 mm (5.37 in)Acebeam X20-R — Retail price: US$230Acebeam X20-R — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$159.9Cheapest
US$230Most expensive
Weight
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Lightest
293 g (10.34 oz)Heaviest
Length
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Longest
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
10000 lmHighest output
Max candela
348000 cdHighest candela
48400 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1180 m (3871 ft)Highest
440 m (1444 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 5100mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery (included); also compatible with 1x18650 battery with adapter or 2x CR123 batteries
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with premium Type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel strike bezel, ultra-clear tempered glass lens with anti-reflective coating
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Search & Rescue▣Military And Law Enforcement▣Mountaineering▣Camping▣First Aid▣Construction▣Adventure▣Self Defence
▣Search And Rescue▣Patrolling▣Caving▣Outdoor Adventures▣Extreme Outdoor Operations
Common praise
✓Impressive Throw And Tight Beam For Long Distance Spotting✓Good Balance And Lightweight For Its Size✓Well Made With Durable Materials And Finish✓Reliable Battery Life With Included 21700 Battery✓Fast USB C Charging And Power Bank Function
✓Exceptional Brightness And Beam Distance For A Compact Searchlight.✓Versatile Tactical And Duty Modes With Multiple Output Levels.✓Durable Construction With High Quality Aluminum And Excellent Waterproofing.✓Long Runtime On Lowest Mode (up To 28 Hours).✓Convenient Rechargeable Batteries With USB C Charging.
Common complaints
⚠Beam May Be Too Focused For Close Up Tasks
⚠Not Designed For Everyday Carry Due To Size And Weight.⚠Turbo Mode Runtime Is Very Short (50 Seconds At Max Output).⚠Higher Brightness Levels Have Limited Runtime Due To Heat Management.

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