Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 Mini vs Sofirn Q8 Plus
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1150% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Plus stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 40% 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
Unknown
US$76.99
Weight
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
492 g (17.35 oz)Lightest
Length
186.6 mm (7.35 in)Longest
133 mm (5.24 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmLowest output
16000 lmHighest output
Max candela
492000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
1403 m (4603 ft)Highest
507 m (1663 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13500 minLongest runtime
1080 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
3x 21700 Li-Ion batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace grade 6061 aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
CampingSearch and rescueWorkOutdoor companionHikingEmergency preparedness
Common praise
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
Extremely bright output (16000 lumens)Long runtime with sustained high brightnessUSB-C charge and power bank capabilitiesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum buildIPX8 water resistanceVersatile Anduril 2.0 user interface with many modes
Common complaints
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port
Weight is quite heavy for EDC (492 grams without batteries)Large size may not fit standard pocketsSome users note advice to fully tighten tailcap for waterproofingNo magnetic tailcap or pocket clip included
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