Nitecore TIP SE vs Nitecore P20iX
Nitecore TIP SE ($35) vs Nitecore P20iX ($80) — side-by-side specs, weight, pros and cons to help you pick the right edc flashlight.
Spec-by-spec
| Spec | Nitecore TIP SE | Nitecore P20iX |
| Price | $35 | $80 |
| Weight | 20g | 136g |
| Battery | Built-in (USB-C) | 21700 (included) |
| Output | 700lm max | — |
| Modes | 4 + strobe | 5 + Strobe/SOS |
| Length | 58mm | — |
| Clip | Integrated key ring | — |
| Charge | USB-C | — |
| Max Output | — | 4000 lm |
| Beam Distance | — | 220m |
| Charging | — | USB-C |
| Weight | — | 136g |
Pros & Cons
Nitecore TIP SE
- 700lm from keychain size
- USB-C rechargeable
- Integrated key ring clip
- 4 output levels
- Compact dual-switch
- Non-removable battery
- 700lm turbo only 70s
- Clip can open accidentally
Nitecore P20iX
- 4000 lm is exceptional for the size
- USB-C charging — no proprietary cables
- MIL-STD-810 rated for real conditions
- 136g heavy for daily carry
- Turbine-level heat at max output
- Overkill output for most tasks
Nitecore TIP SE is the better value at $35. Both are part of our curated edc flashlight index — tap through to check current pricing.