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Petzl ACTIK CORE 625-lumen headlamp
Campers wanting an included rechargeable battery and AAA fallback
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Choose the current E065AB model. Some retailer titles say 650 lumens; Petzl specifies 625 lumens for this generation with its CORE battery.
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Where it makes sense
This entry covers the current 625-lumen ACTIK CORE, rather than an older lamp sharing the same family name. The included CORE battery charges by USB-C, and the lamp can also use three AAA cells. Petzl publishes different maximum output and standard-mode runtime figures for those sources, which makes the battery choice part of the comparison. A wide or mixed beam, three white levels, and red lighting give it a clear role for walking and close work. Carry the right cable and learn the lock function; a rechargeable light still needs a practical plan for the final night of a trip.
The tradeoff
AAA operation changes performance; older ACTIK CORE versions have different specifications
Documented specifications
| Maximum with CORE | 625 lm |
| Maximum with AAA | 450 lm |
| Weight | 88 g |
| CORE energy | 4.5 Wh; 1250 mAh / 3.6 V |
| Charging | USB-C; manufacturer listed 3.5 h |
| White levels with CORE | 7 / 100 / 625 lm |
| Manufacturer water rating | IPX4 |
Sources & further reading
Manufacturer: Petzl ACTIK CORE 625-lumen headlamp ↗Manufacturer specifications and guidance checked September 2026. Model generations and included accessories can change; confirm the exact version before ordering.
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