Comparison Console
Acebeam W35 vs Acebeam X80-GT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3963% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 3963% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam W35 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 75% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 308% 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$339.9Most expensive
US$330Cheapest
Weight
327.4 g (11.55 oz)Lightest
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
189.9 mm (7.48 in)Longest
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
800 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
1690000 cdHighest candela
34700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
2600 m (8530 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
500 minShortest runtime
2040 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 Li-ion
4 x 18650 rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C integrated charging port
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (dustproof and waterproof to 2m for 30 minutes)
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
High-quality AL6061-T6 aluminium alloy with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Long-range illuminationHuntingOutdoor activitiesProfessional inspectionsSearch and rescue
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Common praise
Excellent build quality typical of AcebeamInnovative electronic zoom with seamless flood to spot transitionVery high beam intensity and impressive throw distanceConvenient USB-C charging with onboard batteryClear battery level indicator LEDGood mode spacing without PWM
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Common complaints
Relatively heavy compared to typical EDC flashlightsNo pocket clip or pouch includedTripod mount removed compared to predecessor W30Turbo and strobe modes not memorized on power cycle
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type