OVERALL
ALTERNATIVES
SPECS
VS AVERAGE
REVIEWS
Scored using Action cameras Methodology v1.0
Action cameras Methodology v1.0
Mathematical & Unbiased Scoring
Products in this category are evaluated mathematically under Frontumo Action cameras Methodology v1.0 using verified laboratory benchmarks, technical specifications, and authentic consumer ratings with 0% commercial bias.
Explore Action cameras Methodology v1.0

Drift Ghost X Review | 96 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Video resolution:1080pBattery life:300 minWaterproof depth:0 mElectronic image stabilization:noMaximum 4K frame rate:0 fps

Drift Ghost X Review: Compare 96 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Action cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

5.7

Overall score

Score
5.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the action camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best action cameras on the market.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
Score components

80%

5.2

Technical score

20%

7.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 63% of action-cameras
5.2

Technical score

Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components

30%

3.6

Video

22%

5.8

Photo

14%

4.5

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.7

Battery

11%

5.6

Connectivity & Audio

10%

6.7

Display & Design

â–¼Worse than 70% of action-cameras
7.7

User score

User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 2,149 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–¼Worse than 61% of action-cameras
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
  • drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x
drift-ghost-x

Best prices

*As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

Best rankings

Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).All: ranking among all products in the database.
Loading category ranking...

Technical Specifications of action camera Drift Ghost X

Technical score
Technical score
5.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Action cameras category across these key areas: Video, Photo, Display & Design, Connectivity & Audio, Battery, Ruggedness & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare action cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
Score components:

30%

3.6

Video

22%

5.8

Photo

14%

4.5

Ruggedness & Storage

13%

6.7

Battery

11%

5.6

Connectivity & Audio

10%

6.7

Display & Design

5.2
User score
User score
7.7/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
Score components

70%

7.6

User ratings

30%

8.0

Number of reviews

Based on 2,149 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
7.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.0/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the action camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which action cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 66% of models
Popularity:
Drift Ghost X has a popularity score of 8 points, which is higher than 65.7% of action cameras.
8.0
Ratio quality/price
Value for money
6.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the action camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

60%

5.7

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

6.9
Video resolution
1080p
Video resolution
1080p
â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
This action camera records video at 1080p, which is lower than that of 69.9% of action cameras.
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
Maximum 4K frame rate
0 fps
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
This action camera has a maximum 4K frame rate of 0 fps, which is lower than that of 65.8% of action cameras and equal to that of 34.2% of action cameras.
Maximum 1080p frame rate
30 fps
Maximum 1080p frame rate
30 fps
â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
Market range: <30 fps – >240 fps
This action camera has a maximum 1080p frame rate of 30 fps, which is lower than that of 77.5% of action cameras and equal to that of 21.2% of action cameras.
Video bitrate
?
Video codecs
H.264
Video codecs
H.264
â–¼ Worse than 33% of models
This action camera supports the following video codecs: H.264. Its codec support is more advanced than that of 2.4% of action cameras.
Show more
Main camera megapixels
?
Sensor size
1/3"
Sensor size
1/3"
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
This action camera has a sensor size of 1/3", which is smaller than that of 93.3% of action cameras.
Main camera aperture
?
Photo resolution
?
Field of view
140 °
Field of view
140 °
â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
This action camera has a field of view of 140 °, which is narrower than that of 82.2% of action cameras.
Show more
Built-in display
no
Built-in display
no
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
This action camera does not have a display. 72.6% of action cameras have a display.
Screen size
?
Touchscreen
?
Secondary screen
?
Secondary screen resolution
N/A
Show more
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
â–² Better than 7% of models
This action camera supports Wi-Fi connectivity. This feature is present on 92.5% of action cameras.
Wi-Fi version
?
Bluetooth version
N/A
GPS
no
GPS
no
â–¼ Worse than 14% of models
This action camera does not support GPS. 13.9% of action cameras include GPS functionality.
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 42% of models
This action camera does not include USB Type-C. 42.2% of action cameras use USB-C.
Show more
Battery life
300 min
Battery life
300 min
★ Better than 98% of models
Market range: <60 min – >162 min
This action camera runs for 300 min per charge, which is longer than the battery life of 97.6% of action cameras.
Battery power
1,500 mAh
Battery power
1,500 mAh
â–² Better than 74% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >1.9k mAh
This action camera has a battery capacity of 1,500 mAh, which is higher than that of 74.4% of action cameras and equal to that of 3.1% of action cameras.
Additional 500 mAh module can bring the total to 2000 mAh.
Charging time
2.5 h
Charging time
2.5 h
â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
This action camera charges in 2.5 h, which is longer than the charging time of 64.5% of action cameras and equal to the charging time of 5.9% of action cameras.
Fast charging
no
Fast charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 19% of models
This action camera does not support fast charging. 18.8% of action cameras support fast charging.
Wireless charging
no
Wireless charging
no
â–¼ Worse than 1% of models
This action camera does not support wireless charging. 0.6% of action cameras support wireless charging.
Show more
Waterproof depth
Not waterproof m
Waterproof depth
Not waterproof m
â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
This action camera is not rated for underwater use. 51.8% of cameras have a native waterproof depth rating.
Up to 40 with housing/case.
IP rating
IPX4
IP rating
IPX4
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
This action camera has an IP rating of IPX4, which is lower than that of 88.2% of action cameras and equal to that of 10.3% of action cameras.
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
Maximum operating temperature
40 °C
â–¼ Worse than 26% of models
Market range: <35 °C – >45 °C
This action camera has a maximum operating temperature of 40 °C, which is higher than that of 23.4% of action cameras and equal to that of 50.4% of action cameras.
Minimum operating temperature
-10 °C
Minimum operating temperature
-10 °C
â–² Better than 32% of models
Market range: <-20 °C – >0 °C
This action camera has a minimum operating temperature of -10 °C, which is lower than that of 31.9% of action cameras and equal to that of 44.7% of action cameras.
External memory slot
yes
External memory slot
yes
â–² Better than 5% of models
This action camera includes an external memory slot. This feature is present on 95.2% of action cameras.
Show more

Drift Ghost X vs the average action camera

246810TotalVideoPhotoDisplay & DesignConnectivity & AudioBatteryRuggedness & Storage
  • 210 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    300 min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (300 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    300 min vs 90 min
  • Built-in live streaming
    First-party live streaming
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera supports built-in live streaming, the average action camera does not. 28.7% of action cameras support built-in live streaming.
  • Damage-resistant glass
    Damage-resistant glass
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera uses damage-resistant glass, the average action camera does not. 43.2% of action cameras use damage-resistant glass.
  • Replaceable lens cover
    Replaceable lens cover
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This action camera has a replaceable lens cover, the average action camera does not. 31.5% of action cameras have a replaceable lens cover.
  • 300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    1,500 mAh min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1500 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    Additional 500 mAh module can bring the total to 2000 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • Built-in live streaming
    First-party live streaming
    yes
    â–² Better than 72% of models
    This action camera supports built-in live streaming, the average action camera does not. 28.7% of action cameras support built-in live streaming.
  • 210 min longer battery life
    Battery life
    300 min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has longer battery life than the average action camera (300 min vs 90 min). The average action camera offers 90 min of battery life.
    300 min vs 90 min
  • 300 mAh more battery capacity
    Battery life
    1,500 mAh min
    ★ Better than 98% of models
    Market range: <60 min – >162 min
    This action camera has a higher battery capacity than the average action camera (1500 mAh vs 1200 mAh). The average action camera has a battery capacity of 1200 mAh.
    Additional 500 mAh module can bring the total to 2000 mAh.
    1,500 mAh vs 1,200 mAh
  • Damage-resistant glass
    Damage-resistant glass
    yes
    â–² Better than 57% of models
    This action camera uses damage-resistant glass, the average action camera does not. 43.2% of action cameras use damage-resistant glass.
  • Replaceable lens cover
    Replaceable lens cover
    yes
    â–² Better than 69% of models
    This action camera has a replaceable lens cover, the average action camera does not. 31.5% of action cameras have a replaceable lens cover.
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • No electronic stabilization
    Electronic image stabilization
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This action camera does not support electronic stabilization, the average action camera does. 64.7% of action cameras support electronic image stabilization.
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • Lower sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/3"
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This action camera has sensor size of 1/3", lower than the average action camera (1/2.3").
    1/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 30 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    140 °
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
    This action camera has a lower field of view than the average action camera (140 ° vs 170 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 170 °.
    140 ° vs 170 °
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • No removable battery
    Removable battery
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This action camera does not have a removable battery, while the average action camera does.
    Uses modular power accessories rather than a removable main battery.
  • 1 m shallower waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    0 m
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (0 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    Up to 40 with housing/case.
    0 m vs 1 m
  • Lower video resolution
    Video resolution
    1080p
    â–¼ Worse than 70% of models
    This action camera records at 1080p, a lower video resolution than the average action camera (5.3K).
    1080p vs 5.3K
  • No electronic stabilization
    Electronic image stabilization
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 65% of models
    This action camera does not support electronic stabilization, the average action camera does. 64.7% of action cameras support electronic image stabilization.
  • 30 fps lower 4K frame rate
    Maximum 4K frame rate
    0 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >120 fps
    This action camera has a lower 4K frame rate than the average action camera (0 fps vs 30 fps). The average action camera reaches 30 fps at 4K.
    0 fps vs 30 fps
  • 2 fps lower slow-motion frame rate
    Slow-motion video
    60 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 74% of models
    Market range: <0 fps – >240 fps
    This action camera has a lower slow-motion frame rate than the average action camera (60 fps vs 120 fps). The average action camera reaches 120 fps for slow motion.
    60 fps vs 120 fps
  • 30 fps lower 1080p frame rate
    Maximum 1080p frame rate
    30 fps
    â–¼ Worse than 77% of models
    Market range: <30 fps – >240 fps
    This action camera has a lower 1080p frame rate than the average action camera (30 fps vs 60 fps). The average action camera reaches 60 fps at 1080p.
    30 fps vs 60 fps
  • Lower sensor size
    Sensor size
    1/3"
    â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
    This action camera has sensor size of 1/3", lower than the average action camera (1/2.3").
    1/3" vs 1/2.3"
  • 30 ° narrower field of view
    Field of view
    140 °
    â–¼ Worse than 82% of models
    Market range: <128 ° – >360 °
    This action camera has a lower field of view than the average action camera (140 ° vs 170 °). The average action camera offers a field of view of 170 °.
    140 ° vs 170 °
  • Does not have a display
    Built-in display
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
    This action camera does not have a display, the average action camera does. 72.1% of action cameras have a display.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    Number of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    Market range: <1 – >3
    This action camera has fewer microphones than the average action camera (1 vs 2). The average action camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • No removable battery
    Removable battery
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    This action camera does not have a removable battery, while the average action camera does.
    Uses modular power accessories rather than a removable main battery.
  • 0.5 h longer charging time
    Charging time
    2.5 h
    â–¼ Worse than 64% of models
    Market range: <0.95 h – >3.5 h
    This action camera has a higher charging time than the average action camera (2.5 h vs 2 h). The average action camera takes 2 h to charge.
    2.5 h vs 2 h
  • 1 m shallower waterproof depth
    Waterproof depth
    0 m
    â–¼ Worse than 52% of models
    Market range: <0 m – >11 m
    This action camera has a lower waterproof depth rating than the average action camera (0 m vs 1 m). The average action camera has a waterproof depth rating of 1 m.
    Up to 40 with housing/case.
    0 m vs 1 m

Video reviews

Hands-on testing, unboxing, and real-world video evaluations

Expert reviews

In-depth analysis and verdict from leading tech publications

M
modernclassicbikes.co.uk
18/09/2023
Summary of the review
Drift Innovations Ghost X Action Cam Review
G
geekdad.com
20/12/2018
Summary of the review
The Drift Ghost X Captures It All
M
mappedfa.co.uk
18/10/2025
Summary of the review
Mapped Review - Drift Ghost X
S
startersmotor.nl
14/10/2026
Summary of the review
Drift Ghost X budget actioncam
(Translated)Show original

Third-party reviews

Based on 2,149 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →

What we like about Drift Ghost X

  • Excellent battery life of up to 5 hours on a single charge
  • 360-degree rotating lens allows flexible mounting at any angle
  • Sleek and aerodynamic bullet shape reduces wind resistance on helmets
  • Affordable price point compared to high-end competitors
  • Large physical buttons are easy to operate while wearing thick gloves
  • Useful Car DVR / Dashcam mode with loop recording for commuters
  • Syncs multiple units together seamlessly using Clone Mode over Wi-Fi

What we don't like about Drift Ghost X

  • Maximum video resolution is limited to 1080p at 30 frames per second
  • No built-in 4K recording capabilities
  • Lacks a dedicated 3.5mm headphone jack and requires a mini-USB adapter for external mics
  • Drift Life smartphone application is frequently buggy, laggy, and prone to crashing
  • Severe wind noise interference at speeds exceeding 30 mph when using the internal microphone
  • Small rear LCD screen is difficult to read without perfect eyesight
  • Only water-resistant out of the box and requires an extra case to be fully waterproof
  • Low-light video capture quality is mediocre and prone to visual noise

Verdict

The Drift Ghost X is a compact, aerodynamic action camera tailored for commuters and motorcyclists, featuring 1080p Full HD video recording at 30 fps, 720p at 60 fps, and 12 MP still photos. Its standout characteristics include a 300-degree rotatable lens for easy alignment on angled mounts, a modular 1500 mAh battery delivering up to 5 hours of continuous recording (extendable to 8 hours with an optional module), and a noise-reducing front microphone alongside Wi-Fi connectivity for smartphone integration. Its main pros are an exceptionally long battery life, budget-friendly pricing compared to flagship action cams, and a sleek profile that minimizes wind resistance. However, major cons include a lack of 4K video capabilities, an IPX4 rating that makes it only water-resistant rather than fully waterproof without an external case, a lack of built-in optical image stabilization, and mediocre low-light video performance.

Compare Drift Ghost X with other products in the Action cameras category

1Product to compare no. 1
VS
2Product to compare no. 2
VS
3Product to compare no. 3 (optional)

Graphic comparison of Drift Ghost X and other products in the Action cameras category

No results found