Nitecore P20iX vs Sofirn SC33 size comparison
The Sofirn SC33 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
The Sofirn SC33 is 10.5 mm (0.41 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, with about the same max diameter/width. Weights are published on different bases (without battery vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore P20iX Check price ↗ | Sofirn SC33 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 141.5 mm (5.57 in) | 131 mm (5.16 in)−10.5 mm |
| Head / width | 31.8 mm (1.25 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)+0.2 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | — |
| Weight | 116 g listed (battery unspecified) | 110 g without battery |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 5,200 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted | flashlightgo.com sourced Only head diameter listed |
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P20iX vs SC33: how they differ
Size and weight
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (7%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.8 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore P20iX, 30% 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 Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $77.96 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 Sofirn SC33 if you want a shorter light (10.5 mm shorter) and more output (5,200 lm vs 4,000 lm). On the specs we track, the Sofirn SC33 is ahead or level everywhere; the Nitecore P20iX 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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P20iX vs SC33 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore P20iX or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is the shorter light: 131 mm (5.16 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 10.5 mm (7%). At their widest points they are about the same (31.8 vs 32 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); Sofirn SC33: 110 g without battery), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore P20iX or the Sofirn SC33?
The Sofirn SC33 is rated brighter: 5,200 lm maximum vs 4,000 lm for the Nitecore P20iX, 30% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore P20iX or the Sofirn SC33?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Sofirn SC33 from $41.99 at flashlightgo.com, so the Sofirn SC33 cost $77.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore P20iX and Sofirn SC33 use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Nitecore P20iX: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $119.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Sofirn SC33: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by flashlightgo.com. Price from $41.99 from flashlightgo.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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