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Fenix LR80R vs Fenix RC40

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Fenix RC40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR80R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix LR80R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 414% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Fenix LR80R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Fenix RC40 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Fenix RC40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Fenix LR80R stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Fenix RC40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 81% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Fenix LR80R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 414% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Fenix RC40 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 47% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Fenix LR80R stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 88% 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.

Fenix LR80R — Beam distance: 1130 m (3707 ft)Fenix LR80R — Max candela: 318000 cdFenix LR80R — Weight: 1636 g (57.71 oz)Fenix LR80R — Length: 259.08 mm (10.20 in)Fenix LR80R — Retail price: US$388Fenix LR80R — Max lumens: 18000 lmFenix RC40 — Beam distance: 710 m (2329 ft)Fenix RC40 — Max candela: 126000 cdFenix RC40 — Weight: 1310 g (46.21 oz)Fenix RC40 — Length: 299 mm (11.77 in)Fenix RC40 — Retail price: US$480Fenix RC40 — Max lumens: 3500 lmBeam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceMax lumens
Price & carry
Retail price
US$388Cheapest
US$480Most expensive
Weight
1636 g (57.71 oz)Heaviest
1310 g (46.21 oz)Lightest
Length
259.08 mm (10.20 in)Shortest
299 mm (11.77 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
18000 lmHighest output
3500 lmLowest output
Max candela
318000 cdHighest candela
126000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1130 m (3707 ft)Highest
710 m (2329 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
18000 minLongest runtime
9600 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 7.2V/12000 mAh Li-ion battery pack
Built-in rechargeable Li-ion battery pack 7.4V 7800mAh
Charging type
USB Type-C 45W fast charging
AC adapter and DC car charger
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 underwater 2m
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminium with HAIII hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish
Durable aircraft-grade aluminum, Type III hard-anodized anti-abrasive finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Use case profile
Best for
▣Search And Rescue Missions▣Outdoor Enthusiasts▣Professionals Needing Powerful Illumination
▣High Output Illumination▣Long Beam Distance▣Rechargeable Use▣Tactical And Industrial Applications
Common praise
✓Extremely Bright Output Up To 18000 Lumens✓Very Long Beam Distance Up To 1130 Meters✓Durable Aluminum Construction With Ip68 Rating✓Dual Switch For Easy Mode Switching✓Fast USB Type C Charging
✓Very Bright Output Suitable For Professional Use✓Long Beam Distance And Runtime✓Solid Build Quality And Durable Materials✓Dual Side Switches For Quick Mode Changes✓Power Bank Function To Charge External Devices
Common complaints
⚠Heavy Weight And Large Size Limits Pocket Carry⚠High Runtime Only In Lower Output Modes⚠Complex Interface For Casual Users
⚠Heavier And Larger Than Typical EDC Lights⚠Runtime In Turbo Mode Is Limited Due To Overheating Protection⚠Price Is Relatively High⚠Not Waterproof Beyond 2 Meters Depth

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