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Nitecore P17iX vs Streamlight Syclone
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 33% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight Syclone 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 1150% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight Syclone 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 49% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 92% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1150% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight Syclone stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 91% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 953% 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$125Cheapest
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Longest
75.4 mm (2.97 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
400 lmLowest output
Max candela
27225 cdHighest candela
5000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Highest
141 m (463 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
570 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
Lithium Ion
Charging type
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
USB rechargeable
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Thermoplastic with chemical-resistant lens
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
Hands-free applicationsPaint matching or color identificationCompact work light
Common praise
Exceptional brightness and beam throwVersatile beam pattern optionsRobust and durable constructionProgrammable buttons provide operational flexibilityLong battery runtime with fast USB-C charging
Adjustable 360° rotating head for targeting lightBright cool white LED and high CRI Color-Rite LED for color accuracyUSB rechargeable with convenient battery includedCompact and lightweight design
Common complaints
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
Not rated for submersion, only water-resistant (IPX4)No exact dimensions for head/body diameter provided
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