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SureFire G2X Tactical vs Wuben X5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 54% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 117% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19900% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 8% 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$80
US$80
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
129 g (4.55 oz)Lightest
Length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
26293 cdHighest candela
10000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
248 m (814 ft)Highest
200 m (656 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x CR123A
Lithium-ion or AAA
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IP65
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Nitrolon body with aluminum head
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseDuty CarryEveryday Carry (EDC)Rugged Reliable Light For Tough Conditions
Everyday Carry With Flat EDC Design For Flush Pocket CarryUsers Needing White, Uv, And Green Laser In One LightSituations Requiring Backup Power Via Aaa Batteries
Common praise
Rugged And Virtually Indestructible ConstructionBright 600 Lumens Output Sufficient For Tactical UseDual Output Modes For VersatilityCompact Size Relative To Power
Innovative 3 In 1 Light Combination In A Compact Flat LightAaa Battery Fallback For Extended UseConvenient Dual Switches And Rotary Dial Ui With Lockout ModeRobust Build Quality With Anodized Aluminum HousingIp65 Dust And Water Resistance And Impact Resistance
Common complaints
Not RechargeableModerate Weight Compared To Ultra Compact ModelsLimited Runtime On High Output
Lower Than Rated Maximum Output In Practical UseLow Cri Of White LEDTurbo Mode Steps Down Quickly After 1 MinuteModerate Weight And Thickness Compared To Some Competitors
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