Comparison Console
Acebeam X65 vs SureFire X300 Turbo
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1746% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 932% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X65 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1746% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X300 Turbo 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 29900% 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$379Cheapest
Weight
1290 g (45.50 oz)Heaviest
125 g (4.41 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
95.5 mm (3.76 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
12000 lmHighest output
650 lmLowest output
Max candela
423000 cdHighest candela
66000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1301 m (4268 ft)Highest
514 m (1686 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
27000 minLongest runtime
90 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Custom 14.4V 6,800mAh Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack (8 x 18650 3400mAh)
Two CR123A lithium batteries
Charging type
100-240V AC to 19V DC universal power pack, independent charging of battery pack
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
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
Law EnforcementMilitary UseLong Range Target IdHome DefenseTactical Use
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
Exceptional Beam Intensity And Throw DistanceRugged And Durable Aerospace Aluminum ConstructionFits Existing Surefire X300 Holsters And AccessoriesAmbidextrous, Responsive Switching
Common complaints
High Weight And Bulk Due To Battery PackRelatively Short Runtime At Maximum BrightnessPremium Price Point
Some Users Find The Control Switch Stiff For Single Handed UseBattery Door Latch Is Thin And Can Be Fragile
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