Comparison Console
Acebeam X80-GT vs Nitecore TM39
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 34% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% 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 34% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 52% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 159% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 84% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 525% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6% 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$499.95Most expensive
Weight
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Lightest
1361 g (48.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
276 mm (10.87 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
32500 lmHighest output
5200 lmLowest output
Max candela
34700 cdLowest candela
562500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
369 m (1211 ft)Lowest
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable
NBP68 HD rechargeable battery pack (98Wh, 3400mAh x8, 3.7V)
Charging type
Unknown
Built-in charging port via AC adapter (3.5mm)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
IP68 (up to 2m 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
Aviation grade aluminum alloy with Military grade HA III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
Search and rescueHuntingExplorationLong-range illumination
Common praise
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Extremely powerful beam with impressive long throwDurable build with waterproof and impact resistanceUser-friendly double-button interface with OLED displayLong runtime on lower modes with included large battery pack
Common complaints
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type
Large size and weight limits portability for everyday carryHigher brightness modes have shorter runtimePremium price point
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