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Acebeam T27 vs Nitecore P20i

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

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Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam T27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Acebeam T27 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

Nitecore P20i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 46% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Acebeam T27 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 85% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

Acebeam T27 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 39% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

Acebeam T27 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1795% 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 T27 — Beam distance: 1180 m (3871 ft)Acebeam T27 — Max candela: 348000 cdAcebeam T27 — Weight: 229.5 g (8.10 oz)Acebeam T27 — Length: 174.7 mm (6.88 in)Acebeam T27 — Retail price: US$159.9Acebeam T27 — Impact resistance: 1.2 m (4 ft)Nitecore P20i — Beam distance: 337 m (1106 ft)Nitecore P20i — Max candela: 28500 cdNitecore P20i — Weight: 124 g (4.37 oz)Nitecore P20i — Length: 151 mm (5.94 in)Nitecore P20i — Retail price: US$116Nitecore P20i — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$159.9Most expensive
US$116Cheapest
Weight
229.5 g (8.10 oz)Heaviest
124 g (4.37 oz)Lightest
Length
174.7 mm (6.88 in)Longest
151 mm (5.94 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2500 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
348000 cdHighest candela
28500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1180 m (3871 ft)Highest
337 m (1106 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 21700 5100mAh rechargeable lithium ion battery (included); also compatible with 1x18650 battery with adapter or 2x CR123 batteries
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (5 meters submersible)
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
1.2 m (4 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
Aircraft grade aluminum body with premium Type III hard anodized anti-abrasive finish, stainless steel strike bezel, ultra-clear tempered glass lens with anti-reflective coating
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
▣Long Range Tactical Use▣Hunting▣Search & Rescue▣Military And Law Enforcement▣Mountaineering▣Camping▣First Aid▣Construction▣Adventure▣Self Defence
▣Hunting▣Law Enforcement▣Military▣Professional Inspection And Detection▣Outdoor Activities▣EDC Tactical Use
Common praise
✓Impressive Throw And Tight Beam For Long Distance Spotting✓Good Balance And Lightweight For Its Size✓Well Made With Durable Materials And Finish✓Reliable Battery Life With Included 21700 Battery✓Fast USB C Charging And Power Bank Function
✓High Brightness Suitable For Tactical And Outdoor Use✓Dual White And Uv Light For Detection And Inspection✓Rechargeable With USB C And Included 21700 Battery✓Compact Yet Robust Build With Aircraft Grade Aluminum✓Good Impact Resistance And Waterproof Rating
Common complaints
⚠Beam May Be Too Focused For Close Up Tasks
⚠Relatively Heavy And Large For Pocket EDC⚠Higher Price Point Compared To Basic Models⚠Might Have Complex Modes For Casual Users

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