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Nitecore P10i vs Nitecore P12GTS
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 80% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 400% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 1% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 1% 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$104Most expensive
US$100Cheapest
Weight
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
99 g (3.49 oz)Heaviest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
146 mm (5.75 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lm
1800 lm
Max candela
21100 cdHighest candela
12760 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Highest
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
Charging type
USB Type-C
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useLaw enforcementMilitary personnelEDC - Everyday carry usage
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
Common praise
High maximum output and throw distanceCompact and lightweight designTactical dual switch operationUSB-C fast charging with power indicatorDurability with IP68 and 2m impact resistance
High maximum output of 1800 lumensLong maximum runtime up to 250 hours on lowest modeDurable aero grade aluminum alloy construction with IPX8 waterproof ratingDual mechanical tail and metal side switches allowing versatile controlIntegrated micro-USB charging port with waterproof coverStable regulated output with advanced temperature regulationPower indicator shows remaining battery voltage
Common complaints
Runtime reduces at high output due to temperature regulationRequires proprietary battery for maximum performance
Charging port cover not very tight, may come off easilyTailcap threads unanodized preventing mechanical lockoutPocket clip only for bezel-down carry and protrudes noticeably
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