Comparison Console
Streamlight TLR-7 X vs Streamlight TLR-7A
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative. Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 27% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 38% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7 X stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 40% gap from the closest alternative.
Streamlight TLR-7A stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 67% 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$180.5Most expensive
US$130.99Cheapest
Weight
68 g (2.40 oz)Lightest
113.4 g (4.00 oz)Heaviest
Length
65.5 mm (2.58 in)
65.5 mm (2.58 in)
Output
Max lumens
500 lm
500 lm
Max candela
5000 cd
5000 cd
Beam distance
140 m (459 ft)
140 m (459 ft)
Max runtime
90 min
90 min
Power & durability
Battery type
CR123A Lithium battery / SL-B9 rechargeable Li-ion battery
CR123A lithium battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
Unknown
Rechargeable
Yes
No
IP rating
IPX7
IPX7
Impact resistance
Unknown
1 m (3 ft)
Material
6000 Series aircraft aluminum with black anodized finish, Borofloat glass lens, impact- and chemical-resistant polymer switch housing
Anodized aircraft aluminum housing
Use case profile
Best for
Subcompact handgun rail mountingPersonal defenseLow-light visibilityTactical applications
Subcompact handgun mountingLaw enforcementHome defenseTactical use
Common praise
Compact and lightweight designEasy ambidextrous operation with paddle switchesReliable 500 lumens output with balanced beamUSB-C rechargeable battery includedSecure mounting with integrated rail clampEffective strobe mode
Bright 500-lumen output with focused 140m beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum constructionAmbidextrous, customizable rear switch controlsCompact snag-free design fitting most subcompact pistolsIncludes CR123A battery
Common complaints
Limited beam distance for extended range useSafety mode may be unintentionally activatedBeam less effective for distant target identification
Short runtime of about 1.5 hoursSome users report switch or mounting hardware issuesYellowish tint light compared to other modelsRequires tools (coin) for mounting screw adjustment