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Nitecore P12GTS vs ThruNite Lynx
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price. ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the cheapest option for retail price.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the most expensive option for retail price.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 8% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 9% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 42% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite Lynx stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 72% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P12GTS stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 262% 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$100Most expensive
US$99.95Cheapest
Weight
99 g (3.49 oz)Lightest
108 g (3.81 oz)Heaviest
Length
146 mm (5.75 in)Longest
144.5 mm (5.69 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
1800 lmLowest output
3100 lmHighest output
Max candela
12760 cdLowest candela
43489 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
226 m (741 ft)Lowest
417 m (1368 ft)Highest
Max runtime
15000 minLongest runtime
4140 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (high drain recommended) or 2 x CR123A batteries
21700 lithium-ion rechargeable battery
Charging type
Micro-USB charging via tailcap port
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IPX8 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)Lowest
1.5 m (5 ft)Highest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy
Aerospace-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum with Type III hard anodizing
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical useSearch and rescueLaw enforcementHuntingOutdoor and long-range searching
Tactical useOutdoor activitiesEDCLaw enforcementCampingDog walkingInspectionHunting
Common praise
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
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
Charging port cover not very tight, may come off easilyTailcap threads unanodized preventing mechanical lockoutPocket clip only for bezel-down carry and protrudes noticeably
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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