Comparison Console
Nitecore P17iX vs Nitecore P20iX
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 13% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 71% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 250% 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$119.95Cheapest
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
4000 lmLowest output
Max candela
27225 cdHighest candela
12200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
6000 minShortest runtime
21000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
Charging type
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
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 and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
Flood illuminationEveryday carryTactical and law enforcement useOutdoor, tactical, maritime applications
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 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
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
Slightly longer length may not suit shallow pockets for compact EDC use
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