Nitecore P10 V2 vs Streamlight ProTac HL-X size comparison

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The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 10 mm (0.39 in) shorter than the Nitecore P10 V2, and 12 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Nitecore P10 V2 · 148 mmStreamlight ProTac HL-X · 138 mm

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is 10 mm (0.39 in) shorter than the Nitecore P10 V2, and 12 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs listed), so compare them with care.

Dimensions

Nitecore P10 V2
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Streamlight ProTac HL-X
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Length148 mm (5.83 in)138 mm (5.43 in)−10 mm
Head / width25 mm (0.98 in)37 mm (1.46 in)+12 mm
Body25 mm (0.98 in)25 mm (0.98 in)same
Weight95 g listed162 g listed
Battery18650 / 2x CR123A18650 / 2x CR123A
Max output1,100 lm1,000 lm
Throw201 m330 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$54.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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P10 V2 vs ProTac HL-X: how they differ

Size and weight

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 148 mm (5.83 in), a difference of 10 mm (7%). At its widest point the Nitecore P10 V2 is 12 mm slimmer (25 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P10 V2: 95 g listed; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore P10 V2 is rated brighter: 1,100 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 10% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac HL-X reaches further: 330 m vs 201 m rated throw (64% more).

Battery

Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P10 V2 was $54.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P10 V2 cost $57.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Type

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

Which should you buy?

Choose the Nitecore P10 V2 if you want a slimmer profile (12 mm narrower) and more output (1,100 lm vs 1,000 lm). Choose the Streamlight ProTac HL-X if you want a shorter light (10 mm shorter) and longer throw (330 m vs 201 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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P10 V2 vs ProTac HL-X FAQ

Which is smaller, the Nitecore P10 V2 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Streamlight ProTac HL-X is the shorter light: 138 mm (5.43 in) against 148 mm (5.83 in), a difference of 10 mm (7%). At its widest point the Nitecore P10 V2 is 12 mm slimmer (25 vs 37 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P10 V2: 95 g listed; Streamlight ProTac HL-X: 162 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.

Which is brighter, the Nitecore P10 V2 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

The Nitecore P10 V2 is rated brighter: 1,100 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Streamlight ProTac HL-X, 10% more. For beam distance the Streamlight ProTac HL-X reaches further: 330 m vs 201 m rated throw (64% more).

Which is cheaper, the Nitecore P10 V2 or the Streamlight ProTac HL-X?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P10 V2 was $54.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Streamlight ProTac HL-X from $112.15 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P10 V2 cost $57.20 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Nitecore P10 V2 and Streamlight ProTac HL-X use the same battery?

Both run on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries, so spare cells work in either light.

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