Comparison Console
Acebeam X20-R vs Acebeam X80-GT 2
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 69% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 225% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 21% 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$230Cheapest
US$330Most expensive
Weight
293 g (10.34 oz)Lightest
330 g (11.64 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Longest
117.7 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
48400 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
2040 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
4 x 18650 3100 mAh rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C charging
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (waterproof to 30 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescuePatrollingCavingOutdoor AdventuresExtreme Outdoor Operations
Search & RescueMilitary UseSecurityHuntingOutdoor Activities Requiring High Brightness And Long Throw
Common praise
Exceptional Brightness And Beam Distance For A Compact Searchlight.Versatile Tactical And Duty Modes With Multiple Output Levels.Durable Construction With High Quality Aluminum And Excellent Waterproofing.Long Runtime On Lowest Mode (up To 28 Hours).Convenient Rechargeable Batteries With USB C Charging.
Extremely Bright Light Output Suitable For Search And RescueDurable Construction With Excellent Waterproof RatingVersatile Modes Including Strobe For Tactical Use
Common complaints
Not Designed For Everyday Carry Due To Size And Weight.Turbo Mode Runtime Is Very Short (50 Seconds At Max Output).Higher Brightness Levels Have Limited Runtime Due To Heat Management.
Relatively Heavy And Bulky For Everyday CarryHigh Price Point May Limit AvailabilityNot Designed For Underwater Operation
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