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 2150% 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 96% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2150% 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$104.29
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 cdHighest candela
222916 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1403 m (4603 ft)Highest
554 m (1818 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13500 minLongest runtime
600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
3 x 21700 Li-ion batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB-C charging and discharging port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
HuntingSearchingSurvival kitEmergencyCampingOutdoor activitiesLong runtime use
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
Very bright output with a daylight-like beamLong sustained runtime at 1800 lumensFlexible and advanced user interfaceBuilt-in USB-C charging and discharging portIPX8 water resistance and durable aluminum body
Common complaints
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port
Heavy weight for daily carryOutput claims can be misleading without FL1 standardFlat top battery compatibility issues causing contact problemsThermal management limits sustained high output without additional cooling
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