Comparison Console
Acebeam X80-GT vs Nitecore TM28
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 442% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 82% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 442% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 97% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM28 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 2838% 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$330Cheapest
US$399.95Most expensive
Weight
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Heaviest
414.7 g (14.63 oz)Lightest
Length
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
142 mm (5.59 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
32500 lmHighest output
6000 lmLowest output
Max candela
34700 cdLowest candela
107200 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
655 m (2149 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
59940 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable
4x 3100mAh IMR 18650 rechargeable Li-ion batteries
Charging type
Unknown
AC adapter with intelligent charging circuit
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
IPX8 (submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
Aerospace grade aluminium alloy with HAIII hard anodised finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Search and rescueCampingPhotographyOutdoor useTactical applications
Common praise
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Very bright output with high lumen countLong beam distance and intensityIntelligent charging and OLED status displayMultiple brightness and special modesDurable, waterproof design
Common complaints
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type
Heavy weight for pocket carryRelatively large size
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