Comparison Console
Nitecore P20i vs Nitecore P20iX
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% 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 P20i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 3% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20i 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 P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 89% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 821% 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$116Cheapest
US$119.95Most expensive
Weight
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
4000 lmHighest output
Max candela
28500 cdHighest candela
12200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
337 m (1106 ft)Highest
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
21000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
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 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
2 m (7 ft)
Material
Aluminum
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
Flood illuminationEveryday carryTactical and law enforcement useOutdoor, tactical, maritime applications
Common praise
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
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
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
Slightly longer length may not suit shallow pockets for compact EDC use
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