Comparison Console
Acebeam X20-R vs Nitecore P35i
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative. Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 29% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 41% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 70% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 233% gap from the closest alternative.
Acebeam X20-R stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 53% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P35i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 114% 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$230Cheapest
US$324Most expensive
Weight
293 g (10.34 oz)Lightest
296.6 g (10.46 oz)Heaviest
Length
136.3 mm (5.37 in)Shortest
186.9 mm (7.36 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
10000 lmHighest output
3000 lmLowest output
Max candela
48400 cdLowest candela
678000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
440 m (1444 ft)Lowest
1650 m (5413 ft)Highest
Max runtime
1680 minShortest runtime
3600 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x 18650 Li-ion rechargeable batteries
21700 Li-ion rechargeable (Nitecore 21700i 5000mAh) compatible with CR123/RCR123
Charging type
USB-C charging
USB-C fast charging
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2m submersion)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
AL6061-T6 high-quality aluminium alloy with HA III hard-anodised finish
Aerospace-grade aluminum alloy with military-grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search And RescuePatrollingCavingOutdoor AdventuresExtreme Outdoor Operations
Search & Rescue (extreme Long Range Visibility)Hunting (precision Lep Spotlight)Tactical & Law Enforcement (strobe, Oled Display, Remote Switch Compatibility)Industrial & Emergency Use (bright Floodlight)Outdoor & Survival (rugged And Long Runtime)
Common praise
Exceptional Brightness And Beam Distance For A Compact Searchlight.Versatile Tactical And Duty Modes With Multiple Output Levels.Durable Construction With High Quality Aluminum And Excellent Waterproofing.Long Runtime On Lowest Mode (up To 28 Hours).Convenient Rechargeable Batteries With USB C Charging.
Exceptional Long Range Beam Distance (1650 Meters)High Output Brightness (3000 Lumens)Versatile Lighting Modes (spot, Flood, Mix)Oled Display Providing Real Time InfoDurable Construction With Ip68 RatingLong Runtime Up To 60 Hours On Low ModeUSB C Fast Charging Convenience
Common complaints
Not Designed For Everyday Carry Due To Size And Weight.Turbo Mode Runtime Is Very Short (50 Seconds At Max Output).Higher Brightness Levels Have Limited Runtime Due To Heat Management.
Lep Mode Has A 30 Second Time Constraint Due To Overheating Protection
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