Comparison Console
Nitecore NU40 vs Nitecore P12
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 36% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 56% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 22% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 99% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore NU40 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 11900% gap from the closest alternative.
Specification Profile
Relative dimensions at a glance
Each axis is normalized against the largest raw value among the products in this comparison. Farther outward means a larger value, not necessarily a better result. Axes with an unverified value are omitted.
Price & carry
Retail price
US$61Cheapest
US$95Most expensive
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Lightest
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
Length
79.8 mm (3.14 in)Shortest
98 mm (3.86 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1000 lmLowest output
1300 lmHighest output
Max candela
2700 cdLowest candela
6400 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
100 m (328 ft)Lowest
160 m (525 ft)Highest
Max runtime
7200 minLongest runtime
60 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 18650 Li-ion 2600mAh rechargeable
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Charging type
USB-C (5V 2A)
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
Unknown
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
PC plastic rear housing with aluminum alloy front housing
Aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
HikingTrail runningCampingCyclingMaintenanceOutdoor activities
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Common praise
Lightweight and compact designHigh maximum output with uniform beamLong runtime especially on low modesUSB-C fast rechargeableDurable construction with good heat dissipationMultiple brightness levels and special modes including red light for night vision preservation
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Common complaints
Runtime on highest output (Turbo) is limitedSome users may prefer longer beam distance for certain tasks
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
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