Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 vs Acebeam X80-GT
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 59% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 146% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 63% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 171% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1224% 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$459Most expensive
US$330Cheapest
Weight
1290 g (45.50 oz)Heaviest
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmLowest output
32500 lmHighest output
Max candela
423000 cdHighest candela
34700 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1301 m (4268 ft)Highest
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
27000 minLongest runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 14.4V 6,800mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (8 x 18650 3400mAh)
4 x 18650 rechargeable
Charging type
100-240V AC to 19V DC universal power pack, independent charging of battery pack
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
1.2 m (4 ft)
Material
6063 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized to level 3 (military grade)
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Extreme search and rescueSecurityHuntingProfessional users needing very high output and long throw
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Common praise
Outstanding beam quality and intensityHigh build quality and durable materialsLong runtime especially on low modesSimple and intuitive user interface with illuminated switchRobust IPX8 waterproofing and impact resistance
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Common complaints
High weight and bulk due to battery packRelatively short runtime at maximum brightnessPremium price point
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type