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Nitecore P10i vs Nitecore P20iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P10i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P10i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 55% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 122% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 86% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 600% 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$104Cheapest
US$119.95Most expensive
Weight
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
21100 cdHighest candela
12200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Highest
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
21000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementMilitary PersonnelEDC Everyday Carry Usage
Flood IlluminationEveryday CarryTactical And Law Enforcement UseOutdoor, Tactical, Maritime Applications
Common praise
High Maximum Output And Throw DistanceCompact And Lightweight DesignTactical Dual Switch OperationUSB C Fast Charging With Power IndicatorDurability With Ip68 And 2m Impact Resistance
High Brightness Output And Excellent Flood IlluminationLong Runtime At Various Brightness LevelsDurable Build With Waterproof And Impact ResistanceUser Friendly Interface With Multiple Modes And Quick Strobe AccessIncluded High Capacity 21700 Battery And USB C Charging
Common complaints
Runtime Reduces At High Output Due To Temperature RegulationRequires Proprietary Battery For Maximum Performance
Slightly Longer Length May Not Suit Shallow Pockets For Compact EDC Use
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