Comparison Console
Acebeam T28 vs Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X
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 22% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam T28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6161% 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$182.9Most expensive
US$124.9Cheapest
Weight
427 g (15.06 oz)Lightest
550 g (19.40 oz)Heaviest
Length
198 mm (7.80 in)Shortest
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmLowest output
3500 lmHighest output
Max candela
422500 cdHighest candela
51000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1300 m (4265 ft)Highest
452 m (1483 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
690 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x IMR21700NP-510A rechargeable li-ion battery (included), compatible with 1x18650 battery
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III Hard Anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingSearch and rescueLong-range illuminationTactical use
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
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 bright 3500 lumen max outputVersatile multi-fuel battery optionsProgrammable user modes with TEN-TAP systemDurable IPX7 waterproof, aircraft-grade aluminum bodyLong runtimes on medium and low modes
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery (427g)Not designed for diving useCan become hot during prolonged high output use
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
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