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Acebeam EC50 Gen II vs Nitecore P20iX

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore P20iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore P20iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam EC50 Gen II stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 157% gap from the closest alternative.

Specification Profile

Relative dimensions at a glance

Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.

Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Beam distance: 302 m (991 ft)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Max candela: 22800 cdAcebeam EC50 Gen II — Weight: 128 g (4.52 oz)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Length: 132 mm (5.20 in)Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Retail price: US$119Acebeam EC50 Gen II — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Nitecore P20iX — Beam distance: 221 m (725 ft)Nitecore P20iX — Max candela: 12200 cdNitecore P20iX — Weight: 116 g (4.09 oz)Nitecore P20iX — Length: 141.5 mm (5.57 in)Nitecore P20iX — Retail price: US$119.95Nitecore P20iX — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119Cheapest
US$119.95Most expensive
Weight
128 g (4.52 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
132 mm (5.20 in)Shortest
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
22800 cdHighest candela
12200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
302 m (991 ft)Highest
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
54000 minLongest runtime
21000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1*26650 rechargeable Li-ion
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
Charging type
Micro-USB
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminium, Type III hard-anodized finish, toughened ultra-clear glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Compact EDC with high outputClose to 3000 lumens outputGood runtimeComfortable to holdOutdoor and home use
Flood illuminationEveryday carryTactical and law enforcement useOutdoor, tactical, maritime applications
Common praise
Very high output and brightnessBest UI and mode spacing among competitorsComfortable to hold and useDigitally regulated output for consistent brightnessGood beam profile balancing throw and floodIncludes convenient Moon Low modeWell made with quality materials
High brightness output and excellent flood illuminationLong runtime at various brightness levelsDurable build with waterproof and impact resistanceUser-friendly interface with multiple modes and quick strobe accessIncluded high-capacity 21700 battery and USB-C charging
Common complaints
Slight pause between modes when cycling throughHolster is large and bulky relative to the flashlight
Slightly longer length may not suit shallow pockets for compact EDC use

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