Comparison Console
Nitecore P17iX vs Nitecore P20i
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 19% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 178% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 62% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 163% 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$126.44Most expensive
US$116Cheapest
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
1800 lmLowest output
Max candela
27225 cdLowest candela
28500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
Charging type
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
Common praise
Exceptional brightness and beam throwVersatile beam pattern optionsRobust and durable constructionProgrammable buttons provide operational flexibilityLong battery runtime with fast USB-C charging
High brightness suitable for tactical and outdoor useDual white and UV light for detection and inspectionRechargeable with USB-C and included 21700 batteryCompact yet robust build with aircraft-grade aluminumGood impact resistance and waterproof rating
Common complaints
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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