Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 vs SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro 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 1614% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro 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.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 727% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 94% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1614% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire M640DFT Turbo Scout Light Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 16264% 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$399Cheapest
Weight
1290 g (45.50 oz)Heaviest
156 g (5.50 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
150 mm (5.91 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmHighest output
700 lmLowest output
Max candela
423000 cdHighest candela
100000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1301 m (4268 ft)Highest
632 m (2073 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
27000 minLongest runtime
165 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 14.4V 6,800mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (8 x 18650 3400mAh)
One SF18650 rechargeable or two CR123A lithium primary batteries
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)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)
Unknown
Material
6063 aluminum alloy, hard-anodized to level 3 (military grade)
Aerospace aluminum, Mil-Spec hard anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Extreme search and rescueSecurityHuntingProfessional users needing very high output and long throw
Long range target identificationWeapon mounting for military/law enforcement usePositive target identification at extreme distance
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
Outstanding beam intensity for long range identification (100,000 candela)Long runtime for its class (2.5-2.75 hours)Dual fuel capability offers flexibility between rechargeable battery and primary lithiumRugged aerospace aluminum construction with IPX7 waterproof ratingCompatible with multiple mounting systems and remote switches
Common complaints
High weight and bulk due to battery packRelatively short runtime at maximum brightnessPremium price point
Premium price pointLower lumen output compared to some flood lightsRechargeable battery sold only as SureFire formatDesigned primarily for long throw rather than wide area illuminationHeavier than compact Scout Light variants
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