Comparison Console
Nitecore P17iX vs ThruNite Lynx
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 6% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 21% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 61% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P17iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% 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$99.95Cheapest
Weight
101 g (3.56 oz)Lightest
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
Length
140 mm (5.51 in)Shortest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5000 lmHighest output
3100 lmLowest output
Max candela
27225 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
330 m (1083 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
6000 minLongest runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x Nitecore 21700 i Series Li-ion rechargeable (NL2155HPi 5,500mAh)
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB-C 18W fast charging (QC/PD)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
7075-T6 aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical and duty useLaw enforcementMilitarySearch and rescueOutdoor and professional lighting
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
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 output up to 3100 lumens with long 417 meter beam throwBuilt-in USB-C charging with convenient metal twist portPowerbank function for charging other devicesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionReliable dual tail switch interfaceIPX8 waterproof and 1.5 meter impact resistanceMultiple modes including Firefly moonlight and instant strobeBattery included with proprietary 5000mAh 21700 cell
Common complaints
Battery and accessories excluded from weight; actual carry weight higherComplexity of multiple modes may require learning
Tailcap USB-C cover collar can be somewhat difficult to open especially with pocket clip installedInitial turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulationA bit expensive at MSRP, though Amazon price is betterIndicator light functions not fully documented in manual
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