Comparison Console
Acebeam X30 vs Acebeam X80-GT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X30 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 37% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 11% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% 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$209Cheapest
US$330Most expensive
Weight
474 g (16.72 oz)Lightest
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Heaviest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Longest
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
48400 cdHighest candela
34700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Replaceable lithium-ion battery
4 x 18650 rechargeable
Charging type
USB-C port
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor enthusiastsTactical useHigh-performance illumination
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Common praise
Extremely bright with 20,000 lumens outputLong beam distance of up to 600 metersDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionHigh IP68 waterproof ratingVersatile dual light sources (white and red)USB-C rechargeable battery with replaceable designMechanical lock to prevent accidental activation
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryTurbo runtime not officially publishedNot designed as compact EDC or keychain light
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type