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Nitecore P27iX vs Nitecore P30i
Nitecore P27iX ($159.95) vs Nitecore P30i ($139.95) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore P27iX | Nitecore P30i |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $159.95 | $139.95 |
| Weight | 201g | 255.5g |
| Weight | 7.09 oz / 201g (nitecorestore.com spec table) | 255.5g (Nitecore published) |
| Output | 5000 lumens max | 2000lm max |
| Beam distance | 470 yards | — |
| Battery | 5500mAh NL2155HPi 21700, 18W USB-C | 1x 21700i (included) or 2x CR123/RCR123 |
| Rating | IP68, 2 m impact | — |
| Size | 5.63 x 1.26 x 1.02 in | — |
| Material | — | Aluminum alloy, HA III hard-anodized |
| Weight basis | — | Not stated on page |
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 P30i
- Cell and CR123 magazine in the box
- Aluminum body with HA III finish
- 2,000 lm output
- 255.5 g is heavy for pocket carry
- Page does not say if weight includes the cell
Nitecore P30i is the better value at $139.95. If weight matters most, Nitecore P27iX carries lighter at 201g. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.