Nitecore P20iX vs Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB size comparison

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The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 10.9 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, and 4.9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.

Nitecore P20iX · 141.5 mmStreamlight ProTac 2L-X USB · 130.55 mm

The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 10.9 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, and 4.9 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (with battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore P20iX
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Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB
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Length141.5 mm (5.57 in)130.6 mm (5.14 in)−10.9 mm
Head / width31.8 mm (1.25 in)26.9 mm (1.06 in)−4.9 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)23.9 mm (0.94 in)−1.5 mm
Weight116 g listed (battery unspecified)125 g with battery
Battery2170018650 / 2x CR123A
Max output4,000 lm500 lm
Throw——
TypeEDCEDC
Price$119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$83.05 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcenitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted
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P20iX vs ProTac 2L-X USB: how they differ

Size and weight

The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 10.9 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.9 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: 125 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 700% more.

Battery

The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-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 Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $36.90 less. 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 more output (4,000 lm vs 500 lm). Choose the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB if you want a shorter light (10.9 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (4.9 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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P20iX vs ProTac 2L-X USB FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore P20iX or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?

The Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is the shorter light: 130.6 mm (5.14 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 10.9 mm (8%). At its widest point the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB is 4.9 mm slimmer (26.9 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB: 125 g with battery), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore P20iX or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?

The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 500 lm for the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB, 700% more.

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore P20iX or the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB $83.05 at batteryjunction.com, so the Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB cost $36.90 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore P20iX and Streamlight ProTac 2L-X USB use the same battery?

The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the Streamlight ProTac 2L-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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