Streamlight ProTac HL-X vs Nitecore P20i
Quick take: The Streamlight ProTac HL-X costs $5 less; the Nitecore P20i is brighter (1,800 vs 1,000 lm); the Nitecore P20i throws farther (340m vs 332m); the Nitecore P20i runs longer on high (2 vs 1.5 hrs).
| Spec | Streamlight ProTac HL-X | Nitecore P20i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $65 | $70 |
| Rating | 4.7★ (5,500) | 4.4★ (600) |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Lumens | 1,000 lm | 1,800 lm |
| Candela | 27,600 cd | 29,000 cd |
| Beam distance | 332m | 340m |
| Runtime | 1.5 hrs (high) | 2 hrs (high) |
| Battery | 18650 | 21700 |
| LED | CREE C4 LED | Luminus SST-40 |
| Beam type | Balanced | Throw |
| Modes | 3 Stepped | 4 Stepped |
| UI | TEN-TAP | Dual Switch |
| IP rating | IPX7 | IP68 |
| CRI | 70 | 70 |
| Weight | 5.6 oz | 3.6 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 1.4 in | 5.5 x 1.0 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime |