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Acebeam X65 vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 211% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 122% 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$399.95Cheapest
Weight
1290 g (45.50 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
142 mm (5.59 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmHighest output
6000 lmLowest output
Max candela
423000 cdHighest candela
107200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1301 m (4268 ft)Highest
655 m (2149 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
27000 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 14.4V 6,800mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (8 x 18650 3400mAh)
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
100-240V AC to 19V DC universal power pack, independent charging of battery pack
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 2 meters)
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
6063 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized to level 3 (military grade)
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Extreme search and rescueSecurityHuntingProfessional users needing very high output and long throw
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
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
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
High weight and bulk due to battery packRelatively short runtime at maximum brightnessPremium price point
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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