Comparison Console
SureFire X400 Ultra vs SureFire X400V
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X400V stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative. SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
SureFire X400V stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 6% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 7% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 12% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 14% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 186% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400 Ultra stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire X400V stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% 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$799Most expensive
US$749Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Lightest
162 g (5.71 oz)Heaviest
Length
94 mm (3.70 in)Shortest
101 mm (3.98 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmHighest output
350 lmLowest output
Max candela
11300 cdLowest candela
11500 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
213 m (699 ft)Lowest
225 m (738 ft)Highest
Max runtime
75 minShortest runtime
150 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
2 x CR123A
Two 123A lithium
Charging type
Unknown
Unknown
Rechargeable
Unknown
No
IP rating
IPX4
IPX4
Impact resistance
Unknown
Unknown
Material
Mil-Spec hard-anodized aerospace aluminum
Aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Weapon-mounted tactical illumination and aimingLaw enforcementMilitaryHome defenseSelf-defense applications
Tactical operationsUse with night vision devicesForce-on-force trainingWeapon mounting on handguns and long guns
Common praise
High output 1000 lumens with smooth hybrid beam profileHighly visible laser (red or green) that rarely needs re-zeroingDurable Mil-Spec hard-anodized aluminum constructionAmbidextrous, intuitive switchingReliable zero retention and rugged design
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
High retail priceLaser brightness might not be intense enough for some usersActivation switch could feel less tactileSome bulkiness for concealed carry
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