Comparison Console
Acebeam X80-GT vs Streamlight Knucklehead Spot
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 20% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Knucklehead Spot stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17956% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Knucklehead Spot stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 98% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead Spot stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead Spot stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 17956% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X80-GT stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Knucklehead Spot stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 3% 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$166.73Cheapest
Weight
525.4 g (18.53 oz)Lightest
655 g (23.10 oz)Heaviest
Length
117.9 mm (4.64 in)Shortest
234 mm (9.21 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
32500 lmHighest output
180 lmLowest output
Max candela
34700 cdHighest candela
11000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
369 m (1211 ft)Highest
210 m (689 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2040 minShortest runtime
2100 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
4 x 18650 rechargeable
NiCd rechargeable battery pack or 4 AA alkaline batteries
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Waterproof to 30m (not for diving)
IPX4
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with type III hard anodized finish
High-impact, super-tough nylon polymer
Use case profile
Best for
Search & rescueMilitarySecurityHuntingOutdoor work
FirefightingSearch and RescueSituations requiring articulating head beamDurability and long beam distance
Common praise
Extreme brightness for its sizeSolid build quality and finishCompact soda can size for high outputVersatile and easy to use interface
Articulating 360-degree head for flexibilityLong beam distance of 210 metersMultiple brightness levels including long runtime moonlight modeDurable, shockproof construction with IPX4 water resistanceMagnet with strong pull for hands-free use
Common complaints
Runs very hot quickly requiring use of carry handleNot suitable for diving or underwater switchingLimited information about charging type
Relatively heavy at 655 gramsBattery pack not included, uses either NiCd rechargeable battery pack or 4 AA alkaline batteriesCharging cords and chargers sold separately
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