Fenix PD40R V3.0 vs Nitecore P20iX size comparison
The Nitecore P20iX is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD40R V3.0, and 2.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore P20iX is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix PD40R V3.0, and 2.2 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD40R V3.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore P20iX Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 143 mm (5.63 in) | 141.5 mm (5.57 in)−1.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 31.8 mm (1.25 in)−2.2 mm |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 25.4 mm (1.00 in)−0.6 mm |
| Weight | 198 g with battery | 116 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | 500 m | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted |
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PD40R V3.0 vs P20iX: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore P20iX is 2.2 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD40R V3.0: 198 g with battery; Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD40R V3.0, 33% more.
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P20iX $119.95 at nitecorestore.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore P20iX if you want a slimmer profile (2.2 mm narrower) and more output (4,000 lm vs 3,000 lm). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P20iX is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD40R V3.0 makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD40R V3.0 vs P20iX FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 or the Nitecore P20iX?
The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 143 mm (5.63 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore P20iX is 2.2 mm slimmer (31.8 vs 34 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD40R V3.0: 198 g with battery; Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 or the Nitecore P20iX?
The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Fenix PD40R V3.0, 33% more.
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 or the Nitecore P20iX?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD40R V3.0 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P20iX $119.95 at nitecorestore.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD40R V3.0 and Nitecore P20iX use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD40R V3.0: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: shape measured from manufacturer photo (batteryjunction.com), scaled to the published length and diameter. Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore P20iX: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $119.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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