Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 Mini vs Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 243% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1857% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 243% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1857% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 Mini stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 29% 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$124.9
Weight
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
550 g (19.40 oz)Lightest
Length
186.6 mm (7.35 in)Shortest
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmHighest output
3500 lmLowest output
Max candela
492000 cdHighest candela
51000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1403 m (4603 ft)Highest
452 m (1483 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
13500 minLongest runtime
690 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries (ARC18650H-3100, 3100mAh)
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
Unknown
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy, type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
SearchRescueLong-range lighting
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
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 3500 lumen max outputVersatile multi-fuel battery optionsProgrammable user modes with TEN-TAP systemDurable IPX7 waterproof, aircraft-grade aluminum bodyLong runtimes on medium and low modes
Common complaints
Weight is relatively high at around 650 grams with batteriesImpact resistance limited to 1 meterNo integrated charging port
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights