Comparison Console
Nitecore P20iX vs ThruNite TN12 V6
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative. ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% 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 33% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 50% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 33% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 51% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 105% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore P20iX stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 64% gap from the closest alternative.
ThruNite TN12 V6 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 180% 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$119.95Most expensive
US$80Cheapest
Weight
116 g (4.09 oz)Heaviest
87.5 g (3.09 oz)Lightest
Length
141.5 mm (5.57 in)Longest
133.5 mm (5.26 in)Shortest
Output
Max lumens
4000 lmHighest output
1950 lmLowest output
Max candela
12200 cdLowest candela
16800 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
221 m (725 ft)Lowest
259 m (850 ft)Highest
Max runtime
21000 minShortest runtime
58740 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
1 x 21700 rechargeable lithium-ion battery or 2 x CR123A non-rechargeable batteries
1x 3400mAh 18650 rechargeable battery
Charging type
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (2 meters submersible)
IPX8
Impact resistance
2 m (7 ft)Highest
1.5 m (5 ft)Lowest
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish, silicon nitride ceramic inlays in strike bezel
Aircraft-grade AL6061-T6 aluminum, Type III anodized
Use case profile
Best for
Flood IlluminationEveryday CarryTactical And Law Enforcement UseOutdoor, Tactical, Maritime Applications
EDCDutyCampingEmergenciesLaw EnforcementSearch And Rescue
Common praise
High Brightness Output And Excellent Flood IlluminationLong Runtime At Various Brightness LevelsDurable Build With Waterproof And Impact ResistanceUser Friendly Interface With Multiple Modes And Quick Strobe AccessIncluded High Capacity 21700 Battery And USB C Charging
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
Slightly Longer Length May Not Suit Shallow Pockets For Compact EDC Use
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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