Comparison Console
Acebeam X80-GT 2 vs Fenix TK30R
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix TK30R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 32% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 6400% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix TK30R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT 2 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 286% 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$330Most expensive
US$265Cheapest
Weight
330 g (11.64 oz)Heaviest
250 g (8.82 oz)Lightest
Length
117.7 mm (4.63 in)Shortest
184 mm (7.24 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
32500 lmHighest output
500 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
600000 cd
Beam distance
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2040 minLongest runtime
528 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 3100 mAh rechargeable
1x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (waterproof to 30 meters)
IP68 (2 m for 30 minutes)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish
A6061-T6 aluminum with HAIII hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search & rescueMilitary useSecurityHuntingOutdoor activities requiring high brightness and long throw
Long-range illuminationHuntingTactical useSearch and rescueOutdoor use
Common praise
Extremely bright light output suitable for search and rescueDurable construction with excellent waterproof ratingVersatile modes including strobe for tactical use
Extremely long beam distance up to 1500 metersHigh build quality with durable materialsRechargeable with included 6000 mAh batteryMultiple tactical modes including instant strobeIP68 waterproof rating and good impact resistance
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryHigh price point may limit availabilityNot designed for underwater operation
Significant lumen drop after initial 15 minutes on high modeRelatively heavy for some usersPrice is on the higher endNeeds careful handling due to powerful laser