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
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