Comparison Console
Nitecore P12 vs ThruNite Lynx
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 138% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore P12 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 5% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 24% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 31% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 58% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 138% 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.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 6800% 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$95Cheapest
US$99.95Most expensive
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
108 g (3.81 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
4140 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IPX8
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)
1.5 m (5 ft)
Material
Aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
Common praise
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
High output up to 3100 lumens with long 417 meter beam throwBuilt-in USB-C charging with convenient metal twist portPowerbank function for charging other devicesDurable aerospace-grade aluminum constructionReliable dual tail switch interfaceIPX8 waterproof and 1.5 meter impact resistanceMultiple modes including Firefly moonlight and instant strobeBattery included with proprietary 5000mAh 21700 cell
Common complaints
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
Tailcap USB-C cover collar can be somewhat difficult to open especially with pocket clip installedInitial turbo mode steps down quickly due to thermal regulationA bit expensive at MSRP, though Amazon price is betterIndicator light functions not fully documented in manual
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