The Beretta 80X Cheetah is a semi-automatic pistol chambered in .380 ACP with a 3.9-inch barrel and a 10+1 round capacity. It pairs a blue steel slide with a black frame, continuing the Cheetah's aluminum-frame compact design. The pistol is a modernized take on the classic Cheetah series. 
 

Key Specifications 

• Brand: Beretta 
• Model: 80X Cheetah 
• Caliber: .380 ACP 
• Action: Semi Auto 
• Capacity: 10+1 
• Barrel Length: 3.9 in 
• Color/Finish: Blue 
   

Detailed Features 

• .380 ACP chambering in a compact aluminum-frame package 
• 3.9-inch barrel with blue steel slide 
• 10+1 round capacity 
• Blue and black two-tone finish on steel and frame components

Owners of the 80X Cheetah tend to appreciate the combination of a compact size and the .380 ACP chambering for everyday carry. The blue finish draws consistent positive comments for its classic look, though some buyers note it requires more maintenance to resist wear compared to a matte or Cerakote option.

The Cheetah platform has a reputation for smooth cycling with quality .380 ACP ammunition. A recurring complaint is that budget or steel-cased loads can cause feeding hiccups, which pushes owners toward premium brass-cased rounds for reliable operation.

Value perception on the 80X Cheetah is mixed. Those coming from the original Cheetah series see the 80X as a worthwhile refinement, while buyers comparing it strictly on price to polymer-frame .380s sometimes question whether the premium is justified for their use case.