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Acebeam X65 Mini vs Nitecore TM20K

What X65 Mini does better (0) and where TM20K wins (2) — every spec side by side.

Acebeam X65 Mini
Acebeam · 2022X65 Mini
9.7Score
0 advantages≈ $300
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Nitecore TM20K
Nitecore · 2022TM20K
9.4Score
2 advantages≈ $300
9.5Brightness & throw9.6
5.9Features5.9

Why is X65 Mini better than TM20K?

X65 Mini has no measurable advantages in this pair.

Why is TM20K better than X65 Mini?

  1. Battery capacity3,100 mAh vs 9,600 mAh3.1×
  2. Maximum output12,000 lm vs 20,000 lm+67%
Specifications

Side by side

Acebeam X65 MiniAcebeam X65 Mini≈ $3009.7
Nitecore TM20KNitecore TM20K≈ $3009.4
Light output
Maximum output12,000 lm20,000 lm
Peak beam intensity492,100 cd—
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)1,403 m—
Light sourceLEDLED
LED & beam
LED emitterCree XHP35 HI—
LED makerCree—
Number of LEDs—19
Battery & charging
Battery18650 Li-ionBuilt-in Li-ion / Li-Po
Battery capacity3,100 mAh9,600 mAh
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C charging—Yes
Charging time—4.5 h
Battery level indicator—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP68
Water protection (IPx)—IPx8
Modes & features
Brightness levels6—
SwitchSide switchDual switches
Tactical tail switch (momentary on)—Yes
StrobeYesYes
LockoutYesYes
Mode memory—Yes
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