Fenix C7 V2.0 vs Streamlight PolyTac X USB size comparison

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The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 11.6 mm (0.46 in) shorter than the Fenix C7 V2.0, and 8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix C7 V2.0 · 150.6 mmStreamlight PolyTac X USB · 139 mm

The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 11.6 mm (0.46 in) shorter than the Fenix C7 V2.0, and 8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix C7 V2.0
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Streamlight PolyTac X USB
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Length150.6 mm (5.93 in)139 mm (5.47 in)−11.6 mm
Head / width40 mm (1.57 in)32 mm (1.26 in)−8 mm
Body27.5 mm (1.08 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−2.5 mm
Weight256.5 g with battery139 g listed
Battery2170018650 / 2x CR123A
Max output3,300 lm600 lm
Throw575 m205 m
TypeWork lightWork light
Price$79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$74.75 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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C7 V2.0 vs PolyTac X USB: how they differ

Size and weight

The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 150.6 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 11.6 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 8 mm slimmer (32 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7 V2.0: 256.5 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Fenix C7 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Streamlight PolyTac X USB, 450% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 V2.0 reaches further: 575 m vs 205 m rated throw (180% more).

Battery

The Fenix C7 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 V2.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $5.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

Both are work lights in our catalog with a tube body.

Which should you buy?

Choose the Fenix C7 V2.0 if you want more output (3,300 lm vs 600 lm) and longer throw (575 m vs 205 m). Choose the Streamlight PolyTac X USB if you want a shorter light (11.6 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (8 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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C7 V2.0 vs PolyTac X USB FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix C7 V2.0 or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?

The Streamlight PolyTac X USB is the shorter light: 139 mm (5.47 in) against 150.6 mm (5.93 in), a difference of 11.6 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight PolyTac X USB is 8 mm slimmer (32 vs 40 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix C7 V2.0: 256.5 g with battery; Streamlight PolyTac X USB: 139 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix C7 V2.0 or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?

The Fenix C7 V2.0 is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 600 lm for the Streamlight PolyTac X USB, 450% more. For beam distance the Fenix C7 V2.0 reaches further: 575 m vs 205 m rated throw (180% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix C7 V2.0 or the Streamlight PolyTac X USB?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix C7 V2.0 was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Streamlight PolyTac X USB $74.75 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight PolyTac X USB cost $5.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix C7 V2.0 and Streamlight PolyTac X USB use the same battery?

The Fenix C7 V2.0 runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight PolyTac X USB runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).

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