Comparison Console
Fenix PD35R ACE vs Nitecore P17iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 44% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 150% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD35R ACE stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 620% 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$125Cheapest
US$126.44Most expensive
Weight
145.11 g (5.12 oz)Heaviest
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
Length
140.46 mm (5.53 in)Longest
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
2000 lmLowest output
5000 lmHighest output
Max candela
Unknown
27225 cd
Beam distance
380 m (1247 ft)Highest
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
43200 minLongest runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1x 4000mAh 18650 rechargeable Li-ion or 2x CR123A lithium batteries
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
2 m (7 ft)Highest
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementOutdoor missionsEveryday carryTactical use
Tactical and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
Common praise
Very bright output with 2000 lumensLong 380 meter beam distanceMultiple lighting modes including strobe and SOSUSB Type-C rechargeable with protected portDurable IP68 waterproof and dustproof designImpact resistant to 1.5 metersComfortable anti-slip body designDigital regulation maintains stable output
Exceptional brightness and beam throwVersatile beam pattern optionsRobust and durable constructionProgrammable buttons provide operational flexibilityLong battery runtime with fast USB-C charging
Common complaints
Some users may find size slightly large for keychain carryHidden SET switch may require learning curve
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
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