Comparison Console
Olight SR52UT Intimidator vs Sofirn Q8 Pro
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative. Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 90% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 900% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1900% gap from the closest alternative.
Sofirn Q8 Pro stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 17% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 21% 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
Unknown
US$90.99
Weight
405 g (14.29 oz)Lightest
408 g (14.39 oz)Heaviest
Length
161.5 mm (6.36 in)Longest
134 mm (5.28 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1100 lmLowest output
11000 lmHighest output
Max candela
160000 cdHighest candela
52000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
800 m (2625 ft)Highest
456 m (1496 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
120 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
3 x 18650 rechargeable (button top)
4 x 18650
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB-C with dual onboard charging and powerbank reverse charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (up to 2 m)
IPX8 (to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Aluminum with stainless steel bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Extended range illuminationTactical useOutdoor activities
Outdoor survivalEmergency useSearch and rescueVersatile high output flood flashlight
Common praise
High maximum brightness and extended beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum body with good waterproof ratingRechargeable with convenient Micro-USB portMultiple brightness modes plus strobe for tactical use
High maximum output (11,000 lumens)Versatile Anduril 2 UI with many modes and rampingDual USB-C charging and reverse power bank functionRobust build quality with aluminum body and stainless steel bezelGood thermal management with cooling finsIncluded quality 3000mAh 18650 batteriesTripod mountableReliable flicker-free E-switch with indicator LEDs
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and large size for everyday carryLong charging time when fully depletedBattery not included by default
Large and heavy for everyday carry; not pocket friendly for small handsNo magnetic tailcap and no pocket clip includedDiffuser included is plastic and fragileAnnodizing may wear off over time on cooling finsWarranty and price vary by seller
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