Fenix PD45R ACE vs Nitecore P20iX size comparison

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The Nitecore P20iX is 16.2 mm (0.64 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 1.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Fenix PD45R ACE · 157.7 mmNitecore P20iX · 141.5 mm

The Nitecore P20iX is 16.2 mm (0.64 in) shorter than the Fenix PD45R ACE, and 1.8 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs with battery), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Fenix PD45R ACE
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Nitecore P20iX
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Length157.7 mm (6.21 in)141.5 mm (5.57 in)−16.2 mm
Head / width30 mm (1.18 in)31.8 mm (1.25 in)+1.8 mm
Body25.9 mm (1.02 in)25.4 mm (1.00 in)−0.5 mm
Weight200.5 g with battery116 g listed (battery unspecified)
Battery2170021700
Max output3,200 lm4,000 lm
Throw410 m—
TypeEDCEDC
Price$129.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
Sourcefenixlighting.com sourced
Listed 30 mm wide x 25.9 mm high
nitecorestore.com sourced
Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted

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PD45R ACE vs P20iX: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 16.2 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix PD45R ACE is 1.8 mm slimmer (30 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD45R ACE: 200.5 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 3,200 lm for the Fenix PD45R ACE, 25% 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 PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P20iX $119.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore P20iX cost $10.00 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 Fenix PD45R ACE if you want a slimmer profile (1.8 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore P20iX if you want a shorter light (16.2 mm shorter) and more output (4,000 lm vs 3,200 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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PD45R ACE vs P20iX FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Nitecore P20iX?

The Nitecore P20iX is the shorter light: 141.5 mm (5.57 in) against 157.7 mm (6.21 in), a difference of 16.2 mm (10%). At its widest point the Fenix PD45R ACE is 1.8 mm slimmer (30 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix PD45R ACE: 200.5 g with battery; Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Nitecore P20iX?

The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 3,200 lm for the Fenix PD45R ACE, 25% more.

Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD45R ACE or the Nitecore P20iX?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD45R ACE was $129.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P20iX $119.95 at nitecorestore.com, so the Nitecore P20iX cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix PD45R ACE 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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