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Nitecore P27iX vs Nitecore CI7
Nitecore P27iX ($159.95) vs Nitecore CI7 ($129) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore P27iX | Nitecore CI7 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159.95 | $129 |
| Weight | 201g | 158g |
| Weight | 7.09 oz / 201g (nitecorestore.com spec table) | 158g (5.57 oz, Nitecore product page) |
| Output | 5000 lumens max | — |
| Beam distance | 470 yards | — |
| Battery | 5500mAh NL2155HPi 21700, 18W USB-C | — |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Size | 5.63 x 1.26 x 1.02 in | — |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore P27iX
- 5000 lumens with 470 yard throw
- Floodlight, mixed and spotlight beam modes
- IP68 and 2 m impact rating
- Rapid Lock switch prevents accidental activation
- 201g and 5.63 in is a lot to pocket
- Turbo is 1500 lumens sustained mode, 5000 only in special modes
- Wants a Nitecore i Series 21700 for best output
- $160 is steep for a light this size
Nitecore CI7
- 2,500 lumens
- 7,000mW IR output
- rotating head switches modes
- 158g and $129
Nitecore CI7 is the better value at $129. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.