Comparison Console
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X vs ThruNite TN32
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN32 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 43% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN32 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN32 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 106% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight ProTac HL 5-X stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN32 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 17291% 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$124.9Cheapest
US$179Most expensive
Weight
550 g (19.40 oz)Lightest
650 g (22.93 oz)Heaviest
Length
241.21 mm (9.50 in)Longest
201.7 mm (7.94 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
3500 lmHighest output
1702 lmLowest output
Max candela
51000 cdLowest candela
240000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
452 m (1483 ft)Lowest
979 m (3212 ft)Highest
Max runtime
690 minShortest runtime
120000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2x SL-B26 rechargeable Li-Ion USB battery packs or 4x CR123A lithium batteries
3x18650
Charging type
USB (updated to USB-C for SL-B26)
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
Unknown
IP rating
IPX7
IPX-8 (2 meters)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.2 m (4 ft)Highest
Material
Anodized aircraft-grade aluminum
Aircraft grade aluminum body, stainless steel bezel, copper alloy pill (chromed brass)
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementSecurity patrolsSearch and rescueEmergency medical servicesOutdoor adventures
Tactical useSearch and rescueMilitaryLaw enforcementSelf-defenseHuntingOutdoor activities
Common praise
Very bright 3500 lumen max outputVersatile multi-fuel battery optionsProgrammable user modes with TEN-TAP systemDurable IPX7 waterproof, aircraft-grade aluminum bodyLong runtimes on medium and low modes
Extremely bright output with well-focused beam for long throwExcellent build quality and machiningEffective heat dissipation with copper alloy pill and cooling finsIntuitive rotary magnetic selector ring with multiple output levels and strobeGood grip and comfortable handling despite large sizeProtective accessories included such as holster and durable case
Common complaints
Heavy when fully loaded with batteries (~550g)Runtime limited at highest brightness modeLarger size compared to compact EDC lights
Large size and weight may be unwieldy for users with smaller handsPrice may be considered high by casual users
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