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Nitecore P12 vs Wuben X5
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative. Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19900% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Wuben X5 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 16% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 19% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 100% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 19900% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12 stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 28% gap from the closest alternative.
Wuben X5 stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 40% 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$95Most expensive
US$80Cheapest
Weight
142 g (5.01 oz)Heaviest
129 g (4.55 oz)Lightest
Length
98 mm (3.86 in)Shortest
137 mm (5.39 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
1300 lm
1300 lm
Max candela
6400 cdLowest candela
10000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
160 m (525 ft)Lowest
200 m (656 ft)Highest
Max runtime
60 minShortest runtime
12000 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
16340 Li-ion / CR123A
Lithium-ion or AAA
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
Unknown
IP65
Impact resistance
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
Material
Aluminum alloy
6061 aluminum with Type III hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Everyday carryTactical useIndoor and most outdoor lighting
Everyday carry with flat EDC design for flush pocket carryUsers needing white, UV, and green laser in one lightSituations requiring backup power via AAA batteries
Common praise
Multiple brightness levels including red light optionsSolid durability with glass breakers on bezelCompact and lightweight for easy EDC
Innovative 3-in-1 light combination in a compact flat lightAAA battery fallback for extended useConvenient dual switches and rotary dial UI with lockout modeRobust build quality with anodized aluminum housingIP65 dust and water resistance and impact resistance
Common complaints
Brightest white mode has shorter throw distance than some competitorsRotating collar switch may add bulk
Lower than rated maximum output in practical useLow CRI of white LEDTurbo mode steps down quickly after 1 minuteModerate weight and thickness compared to some competitors
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