Comparison Console
Acebeam X45 vs Acebeam X65 Mini
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X45 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X45 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 19% 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$234.9
Unknown
Weight
535 g (18.87 oz)Lightest
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
156.7 mm (6.17 in)Shortest
186.6 mm (7.35 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
12000 lmLowest output
Max candela
109000 cdLowest candela
492000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
660 m (2165 ft)Lowest
1403 m (4603 ft)Highest
Max runtime
18600 minLongest runtime
13500 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 Lithium-Ion (IMR) batteries
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (submersible to 2m / 6.6')
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, ultra-clear tempered glass with AR coating, stainless steel crenelated bezel
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueCampingHuntingSelf-drivingOutdoor illumination
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
Common praise
Extremely bright outputDigitally regulated output maintains consistent brightnessDurable build quality with aircraft grade aluminum and toughened glassMulti-mode output including strobe and fireflyLong battery runtimes on lower modes
Very high maximum output of 12000 lumensExtremely long beam distance of 1403 metersSolid build quality with aerospace-grade aluminum and type III hard-anodized finishWaterproof to 5 meters and impact resistant to 1 meterConvenient stainless steel side switch with good tactile feedbackIncludes battery pack with four high-quality 18650 rechargeable batteries
Common complaints
Can get hot on max output leading to step downHeavy weight for EDC at 535 gramsUser reports of customer service issues with warranty and import duties
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port