Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 vs Fenix LR40R V2.0
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix LR40R V2.0 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 81718% 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$315.92Cheapest
Weight
1290 g (45.50 oz)Heaviest
850 g (29.98 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
175 mm (6.89 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmLowest output
15000 lmHighest output
Max candela
423000 cd
Unknown
Beam distance
1301 m (4268 ft)Highest
900 m (2953 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
27000 minLongest runtime
33 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 14.4V 6,800mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (8 x 18650 3400mAh)
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 12000 mAh (or 1 to 4 x 18650 cells)
Charging type
100-240V AC to 19V DC universal power pack, independent charging of battery pack
USB Type-C fast charging (QC3.0 compatible)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IP68
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
6063 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized to level 3 (military grade)
Unknown
Use case profile
Best for
Extreme search and rescueSecurityHuntingProfessional users needing very high output and long throw
Search and rescueOutdoor contractorsHigh output lighting needsLong-range and wide-area illumination
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
Excellent brightness and balanced beam for both throw and floodDurable and waterproof design (IP68)Fast USB-C charging and battery level indicatorGood runtime especially on lower modesErgonomic and solid build quality
Common complaints
High weight and bulk due to battery packRelatively short runtime at maximum brightnessPremium price point
Heaviest and largest in its class for EDCHighest output modes are temperature limited with short runtime at max output