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Nitecore P20i vs ThruNite Lynx

EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.

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ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Decision Signals

What stands out

Cheapest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.

Most expensive

Nitecore P20i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.

Lightest

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 13% gap from the closest alternative.

Heaviest

Nitecore P20i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.

Lowest output

Nitecore P20i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.

Highest output

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.

Shortest runtime

Nitecore P20i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 45% gap from the closest alternative.

Longest runtime

ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 82% 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.

Nitecore P20i — Beam distance: 337 m (1106 ft)Nitecore P20i — Max candela: 28500 cdNitecore P20i — Weight: 124 g (4.37 oz)Nitecore P20i — Length: 151 mm (5.94 in)Nitecore P20i — Retail price: US$116Nitecore P20i — Impact resistance: 2 m (7 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Beam distance: 417 m (1368 ft)ThruNite Lynx — Max candela: 43489 cdThruNite Lynx — Weight: 108 g (3.81 oz)ThruNite Lynx — Length: 144.5 mm (5.69 in)ThruNite Lynx — Retail price: US$99.95ThruNite Lynx — Impact resistance: 1.5 m (5 ft)Beam distanceMax candelaWeightLengthRetail priceImpact resistance
Price & carry
Retail price
US$116Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
124 g (4.37 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
151 mm (5.94 in)Longest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
28500 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
337 m (1106 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
2280 minShortest runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Rechargeable 21700 Li-ion battery (Nitecore 21700 i-series NL2140i 4000mAh)
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (waterproof, submersible up to 2 meters)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
HuntingLaw EnforcementMilitaryProfessional inspection and detectionOutdoor activitiesEDC tactical use
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
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 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
Relatively heavy and large for pocket EDCHigher price point compared to basic modelsMight have complex modes for casual users
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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