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Ledlenser C5R Classic vs Wuben X5

What C5R Classic does better (2) and where X5 wins (1) — every spec side by side.

Ledlenser C5R Classic
Ledlenser · 2026C5R Classic
4.4Score
2 advantages≈ $80
vs
Wuben X5
Wuben · 2026X5
5.0Score
1 advantage≈ $80
Higher score
4.4Brightness & throw3.9
3.2Battery & charging4.4

Why is C5R Classic better than X5?

  1. Beam distance (ANSI FL1)240 m vs 118 m2×
  2. Peak beam intensity14,400 cd vs 3,481 cd4.1×

Why is X5 better than C5R Classic?

  1. Maximum output420 lm vs 1,300 lm3.1×
Specifications

Side by side

Wuben X5Wuben X5≈ $805.0
Light output
Maximum output420 lm1,300 lm
Peak beam intensity14,400 cd3,481 cd
Beam distance (ANSI FL1)240 m118 m
Light sourceLEDLED
Battery & charging
Battery—18650 Li-ion, AAA
Battery capacity—1,200 mAh
Maximum runtime15 h—
RechargeableYesYes
USB-C charging—Yes
Build & durability
Protection rating—IP65
Water protection (IPx)—IPx5
Impact resistance (drop)—1 m
Body material—Aluminium
Pocket clip—Yes
Size & weight
Length / height—30.1 mm
Weight—127 g
Modes & features
Switch—Tail switch, Rotary / scroll wheel
Tactical tail switch (momentary on)—Yes
Strobe—Yes
UV light—Yes
Laser pointer / aiming laser—Yes
Colours—Black
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