Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Acebeam X65 Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 380% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 220% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 6% 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$182.9
Unknown
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Longest
186.6 mm (7.35 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
12000 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdLowest candela
492000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Lowest
1403 m (4603 ft)Highest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
13500 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
Common praise
Exceptional long-range beam up to 1300 metersHigh-quality aerospace-grade aluminum constructionGood battery capacity and included rechargeable batteryMultiple brightness levels and strobe for tactical useCompact size with effective heat management
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
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port