Comparison Console
Acebeam P17 vs ThruNite TN4A HI
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 367% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 288% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 367% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 74% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 288% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN4A HI stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam P17 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 32% 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.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$119.9
Unknown
Weight
227 g (8.01 oz)Heaviest
218.6 g (7.71 oz)Lightest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
111.5 mm (4.39 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4900 lmHighest output
1050 lmLowest output
Max candela
49506 cdLowest candela
52340 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
445 m (1460 ft)Lowest
457 m (1499 ft)Highest
Max runtime
28800 minShortest runtime
111600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1×21700 rechargeable Li-ion battery
4 x AA batteries (NiMH 2450mAh)
Charging type
USB-C on battery
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX-8 (1.5 meters)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
AL6061-T6 aluminum alloy with HAIII hard anodization
Aircraft grade aluminum with type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useHuntingSearch and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor activities
Extended throw distanceCompact AA powered flashlightUsers needing economical and readily available battery options
Common praise
High maximum output and throw distanceRugged and well-built with hard anodized aluminumDual tail-switch interface provides instant turbo and strobe accessLong maximum runtime on low modesIncludes rechargeable 21700 battery with USB-C charging port
Compact size with large diameter tube for grip comfortPowerful long throw comparable to larger lightsSmooth anodizing and high build qualityGood runtime on NiMH batteriesClear AR coated tempered glass lensIntelligent thermal control to prevent overheating
Common complaints
No included holster or lanyardShort USB-C charging cableTailstand stability limited due to protruding tactical switch
No batteries includedNo built-in rechargeable battery or charging portStandard side switch UI can be slightly unintuitive
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