Comparison Console
Acebeam X20-R vs Fenix CL27R
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 2% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 918% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 918% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix CL27R stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 24% 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$230
Unknown
Weight
293 g (10.34 oz)Lightest
300 g (10.58 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Longest
110 mm (4.33 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmHighest output
1600 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdHighest candela
8223 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Highest
180 m (591 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
17100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
21700 rechargeable lithium-ion (Fenix ARB-L21-5000 V2.0)
Charging type
USB-C charging
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP66
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Aluminum alloy front case and polycarbonate body
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescuePatrollingCavingOutdoor AdventuresExtreme Outdoor Operations
CampingOutdoor WorkPower OutagesEmergency LightingIndustrial Maintenance
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.
Powerful Brightness With Up To 1600 LumensAdjustable Brightness And Color TemperatureDurable Construction With Ip66 Rating And 1m Impact ResistanceSmooth And Intuitive Rotary Switch ControlsMultiple Lighting Modes Including Red Light For Night VisionUSB C Rechargeable With Included BatteryMagnetic Base And Tripod Mount For Versatile Placement
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.
Magnetic Base Is Not Very Strong And May Struggle To Hold SecurelyHandle Looseness Requiring Adjustment To Maintain Position
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