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Nitecore P10i vs ThruNite TN12 V6
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 4% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 23% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 30% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P10i stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1858% 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$80Cheapest
Weight
84 g (2.96 oz)Lightest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Heaviest
Length
147 mm (5.79 in)Longest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
1950 lmHighest output
Max candela
21100 cdHighest candela
16800 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Highest
259 m (850 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
3000 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 Li-ion (NL2140i included) or 2 x CR123
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminium alloy
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical UseLaw EnforcementMilitary PersonnelEDC Everyday Carry Usage
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw EnforcementSearch And Rescue
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 Brightness Of 1950 LumensNo Accidental Pocket Activation Due To Tail Switch On/offGood Runtime With Multiple Brightness ModesUSB C Rechargeable With Battery IncludedCompact And Durable Aircraft Grade Aluminum BuildWaterproof To Ipx8 And Impact Resistant To 1.5 Meters
Common complaints
Runtime Reduces At High Output Due To Temperature RegulationRequires Proprietary Battery For Maximum Performance
Tint Shift Issues On Beam Color, Especially In Lower ModesThe Side Switch Cover May Get Loose If Caught In PocketEmitter (sst 70) Not Ideal For Maximum Tint Or Throw Extremes
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