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Acebeam TAC AA vs Streamlight Siege X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Streamlight Siege X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Siege X stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Siege X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Siege X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 57% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam TAC AA 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$39.9Cheapest
US$39.99Most expensive
Weight
75.4 g (2.66 oz)Lightest
204.12 g (7.20 oz)Heaviest
Length
104.6 mm (4.12 in)Shortest
114.3 mm (4.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
325 lmLowest output
Max candela
19600 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
280 m (919 ft)
Unknown
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
1500 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 14500 rechargeable lithium-ion battery included, compatible with AA alkaline or NiMH batteries
USB rechargeable lithium-ion and CR123A
Charging type
USB-C charging on included battery (not built into flashlight)
USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft aluminum (AL6061-T6), scratch-resistant polycarbonate lens
Polycarbonate diffuser lens with rubberized top and bottom
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useEDCSituations requiring compact, bright flashlight with dual fuel compatibility
CampingBackpackingGeneral outdoor useEmergency preparedness
Common praise
Compact and lightweightHigh brightness for sizeDurable and well-builtDual fuel compatibility (14500 and AA)Good waterproof rating (IP68)Easy-to-use tail clicky switch with memory function
Lightweight and compactDual functionality as flashlight and lanternUSB rechargeable with battery includedDurable waterproof designMultiple useful lighting modes including red light and SOS
Common complaints
No integrated charging port on the flashlight body (charging is on battery only)Turbo mode has limited durationSwitch boot can be slightly wobbly when tail standingUses PWM in all modes which might be noticeable to some users
Not very bright compared to high-lumen tactical flashlightsBeam distance and candela not specified
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