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Fenix PD36R V2.0 vs SureFire X400V
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative. Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 386% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 87% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 649% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 79% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 386% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Fenix PD36R V2.0 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19180% 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$99.95Cheapest
US$749Most expensive
Weight
167 g (5.89 oz)Heaviest
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
Length
140.7 mm (5.54 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1700 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
Unknown
11500 cd
Beam distance
396 m (1299 ft)Highest
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
28920 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
21700 li-ion rechargeable
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
USB-C (up to 18W fast charging)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
A6061-T6 aluminum
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
EDCBackpack CarryLong RuntimeOutdoor Use
Tactical OperationsUse With Night Vision DevicesForce On Force TrainingWeapon Mounting On Handguns And Long Guns
Common praise
High Brightness OutputLong RuntimeFast ChargingGood Build Quality And DurabilityMultiple Lighting Modes Including ECO And StrobeWaterproof And Dustproof (ip68)
Versatile Dual Spectrum Illumination ModesHigh Quality Recoil Proof Leds With Stable OutputMultiple Activation Switch Options With Ambidextrous ControlsDurable Aerospace Aluminum Body With Hard Anodized FinishEffective Infrared Laser For Stealth And Training
Common complaints
No Significant Complaints Noted In Sources
Relatively Short Runtime On High Output White LightNo Rechargeable Battery Or Charging Options IncludedIpx4 Water Resistance May Not Suit Extreme Wet EnvironmentsRelatively High Retail Price Compared To Casual Flashlights
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