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Acebeam W30 vs Acebeam X80-GT

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

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Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6400% gap from the closest alternative.

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What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam W30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Acebeam W30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam W30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6400% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Acebeam W30 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1843% 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 W30 — Beam distance: 2408 m (7900 ft)Acebeam W30 — Max candela: 1450000 cdAcebeam W30 — Weight: 332.3 g (11.72 oz)Acebeam W30 — Length: 199.1 mm (7.84 in)Acebeam W30 — Retail price: US$260Acebeam W30 — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Acebeam X80-GT — Beam distance: 369 m (1211 ft)Acebeam X80-GT — Max candela: 34700 cdAcebeam X80-GT — Weight: 525.4 g (18.53 oz)Acebeam X80-GT — Length: 117.9 mm (4.64 in)Acebeam X80-GT — Retail price: US$330Acebeam X80-GT — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$260Cheapest
US$330Most expensive
Weight
332.3 g (11.72 oz)Lightest
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
199.1 mm (7.84 in)Longest
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
500 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1450000 cdHighest candela
34700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2408 m (7900 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
105 minShortest runtime
2040 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion
4 x 18650 rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C recharge built-in battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
A6061-T6 high-quality aluminum alloy
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Ultra-long-range illuminationSearch and rescueLocation positioningHunting with red filterLong distance target illumination
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Common praise
Impressive beam distance and intensitySolid and attractive build qualityLong runtime for its classDedicated safety features for laser useIncludes useful accessories like red filter and tripod compatibility
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Common complaints
Beam is very narrow, limiting close range utilitySome find body surface slipperyHigh price relative to typical LED flashlightsNot designed for general EDC everyday useBeam visible in air can compromise stealth
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type