Comparison Console
Nitecore SRT7i vs SureFire X400V
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 757% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 83% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 476% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 88% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 757% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore SRT7i stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 31900% 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$129.95Cheapest
US$749Most expensive
Weight
175 g (6.17 oz)Heaviest
162 g (5.71 oz)Lightest
Length
163 mm (6.42 in)Longest
101 mm (3.98 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
87500 cdHighest candela
11500 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
580 m (1903 ft)Highest
225 m (738 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
48000 minLongest runtime
150 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Nitecore 21700i Li-ion battery (NL2150HPi 5000mAh)
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IP68
IPX4
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Law enforcementTactical operationsHuntingSearchHigh-risk patrols
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
Common praise
High maximum brightness of 3000 lumensLong beam throw of 580 metersGood battery capacity with included 21700 5000mAh rechargeable batterySmart selector ring enables easy one-handed controlDurable build with IP68 waterproofing and 2m impact resistanceFast USB-C charging portMultiple user-friendly modes including strobe and turboEffective tail stand capability for safety
Versatile dual-spectrum illumination modesHigh-quality recoil-proof LEDs with stable outputMultiple activation switch options with ambidextrous controlsDurable aerospace aluminum body with hard anodized finishEffective infrared laser for stealth and training
Common complaints
Relatively heavy with battery at 175 gramsNo CR123A batteries included with adapter sold separatelySome users may find the size large for EDC
Relatively short runtime on high output white lightNo rechargeable battery or charging options includedIPX4 water resistance may not suit extreme wet environmentsRelatively high retail price compared to casual flashlights
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