Olight PL-X vs SureFire X300U-A size comparison
The SureFire X300U-A is 32.5 mm (1.28 in) longer than the Olight PL-X, and 3.4 mm narrower at its widest point.
The SureFire X300U-A is 32.5 mm (1.28 in) longer than the Olight PL-X, and 3.4 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Olight PL-X Check price ↗ | SureFire X300U-A Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 63 mm (2.48 in) | 95.5 mm (3.76 in)+32.5 mm |
| Height | 32 mm (1.26 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)−3.4 mm |
| Thickness | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 28.6 mm (1.13 in)−1.4 mm |
| Weight | — | 113 g with batteries |
| Battery | Built-in | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 300 m | 213 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $149.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $379.00 at surefire.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | surefire.com sourced SureFire publishes length and bezel diameter only (drawn at bezel height); throw computed from 11,300 cd peak intensity |
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PL-X vs X300U-A: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 95.5 mm (3.76 in), a difference of 32.5 mm (34%). At its widest point the SureFire X300U-A is 3.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 32 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the SureFire X300U-A, 20% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 213 m rated throw (41% more).
Battery
The Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire X300U-A runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. Only the SureFire X300U-A lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-X was $149.99 at olight.com and the SureFire X300U-A $379.00 at surefire.com, so the Olight PL-X cost $229.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Olight PL-X if you want a shorter light (32.5 mm shorter), more output (1,200 lm vs 1,000 lm), longer throw (300 m vs 213 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. Choose the SureFire X300U-A if you want a slimmer profile (3.4 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PL-X vs X300U-A FAQ
Which is smaller, the Olight PL-X or the SureFire X300U-A?
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 95.5 mm (3.76 in), a difference of 32.5 mm (34%). At its widest point the SureFire X300U-A is 3.4 mm slimmer (28.6 vs 32 mm).
Which is brighter, the Olight PL-X or the SureFire X300U-A?
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the SureFire X300U-A, 20% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 213 m rated throw (41% more).
Which is cheaper, the Olight PL-X or the SureFire X300U-A?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Olight PL-X was $149.99 at olight.com and the SureFire X300U-A $379.00 at surefire.com, so the Olight PL-X cost $229.01 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Olight PL-X and SureFire X300U-A use the same battery?
The Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery; the SureFire X300U-A runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. Only the SureFire X300U-A lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Olight PL-X: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $149.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- SureFire X300U-A: specs from SureFire product page (manufacturer). Price $379.00 from surefire.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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