Comparison Console
Nitecore TM20K vs Olight SR52UT Intimidator
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
Recommended read
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1718% gap from the closest alternative. Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 4% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 1718% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 68% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 208% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM20K stands out as the shortest option for length, with about a 10% gap from the closest alternative.
Olight SR52UT Intimidator stands out as the longest option for length, with about a 11% 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$299.95
Unknown
Weight
422 g (14.89 oz)Heaviest
405 g (14.29 oz)Lightest
Length
145.5 mm (5.73 in)Shortest
161.5 mm (6.36 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
20000 lmHighest output
1100 lmLowest output
Max candela
22200 cdLowest candela
160000 cdHighest candela
Beam distance
290 m (951 ft)Lowest
800 m (2625 ft)Highest
Max runtime
780 minShortest runtime
2400 minLongest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
Built-in 2 x 21700 Li-ion rechargeable batteries, 9600mAh total capacity
3 x 18650 rechargeable (button top)
Charging type
USB-C with Quick Charge support
Micro-USB
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68
IPX8 (up to 2 m)
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
1 m (3 ft)
Material
Aero grade aluminum alloy with HA III military grade hard-anodized finish
Type III hard anodized aluminum
Use case profile
Best for
Tactical activitiesSearch and rescueOutdoor activitiesIndustrial useSelf-preservation and active threat mitigation
Extended range illuminationTactical useOutdoor activities
Common praise
Extremely high brightness outputSolid and durable CNC machined unibody constructionVersatile dual switch with tactical featuresStable output with advanced thermal regulationGood waterproofing and impact resistance
High maximum brightness and extended beam distanceDurable anodized aluminum body with good waterproof ratingRechargeable with convenient Micro-USB portMultiple brightness modes plus strobe for tactical use
Common complaints
Relatively heavy and bulky for everyday carryBurst mode duration is short
Relatively heavy and large size for everyday carryLong charging time when fully depletedBattery not included by default
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