Comparison Console
SureFire G2X Tactical vs ThruNite BSS V5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 2% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 78% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 346% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire G2X Tactical stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 60% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite BSS V5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 152% 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$80Most expensive
US$75.99Cheapest
Weight
150 g (5.29 oz)Heaviest
147 g (5.19 oz)Lightest
Length
127 mm (5.00 in)Shortest
143 mm (5.63 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
600 lmLowest output
2676 lmHighest output
Max candela
26293 cdHighest candela
16200 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
248 m (814 ft)Lowest
255 m (837 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
151 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x CR123A
18650 Li-ion rechargeable
Charging type
Unknown
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
No
Yes
IP rating
IPX7
IPX-8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Nitrolon body with aluminum head
Aluminium Alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useDuty carryEveryday carry (EDC)Rugged reliable light for tough conditions
EDCTactical useWeapon mounting
Common praise
Rugged and virtually indestructible constructionBright 600 lumens output sufficient for tactical useDual output modes for versatilityCompact size relative to power
High turbo output of 2676 lumensUSB-C onboard chargingSolid build with aluminium alloy bodyDual switch interface with tactical tail switch and electronic side switchIncludes accessories like battery, pocket clip, nylon pouch, charging cable, red filter, spare O-rings and manual
Common complaints
Not rechargeableModerate weight compared to ultra-compact modelsLimited runtime on high output
Slightly green/yellow tint on low modesPocket clip allows only bezel-down tail carryCharging port can be slightly crooked
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