Comparison Console
Acebeam X30 vs Olight SR52UT Intimidator
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1718% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1718% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X30 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$209
Unknown
Weight
474 g (16.72 oz)Heaviest
405 g (14.29 oz)Lightest
Length
160 mm (6.30 in)Shortest
161.5 mm (6.36 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdLowest candela
160000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
600 m (1969 ft)Lowest
800 m (2625 ft)Highest
Max runtime
3480 minLongest runtime
2400 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Replaceable lithium-ion battery
3 x 18650 rechargeable (button top)
Charging type
USB-C port
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 m)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueOutdoor enthusiastsTactical useHigh-performance illumination
Extended range illuminationTactical useOutdoor activities
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
High maximum brightness and extended beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum body with good waterproof ratingRechargeable with convenient Micro-USB portMultiple brightness modes plus strobe for tactical use
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryTurbo runtime not officially publishedNot designed as compact EDC or keychain light
Relatively heavy and large size for everyday carryLong charging time when fully depletedBattery not included by default
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