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Nitecore TM39 vs SureFire 10X Dominator
EDC Flashlights comparison. Compare price, weight, specifications, materials, and real-world use case.
Command Brief
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SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM39 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative. Nitecore TM39 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
Decision Signals
What stands out
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the cheapest option for retail price, with about a 65% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the most expensive option for retail price, with about a 188% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the lightest option for weight, with about a 20% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the heaviest option for weight, with about a 25% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the lowest output option for max lumens, with about a 15% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the highest output option for max lumens, with about a 18% gap from the closest alternative.
SureFire 10X Dominator stands out as the shortest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 95% gap from the closest alternative.
Nitecore TM39 stands out as the longest runtime option for max runtime, with about a 1957% 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$499.95Cheapest
US$1440Most expensive
Weight
1361 g (48.01 oz)Heaviest
1089 g (38.41 oz)Lightest
Length
276 mm (10.87 in)Shortest
295 mm (11.61 in)Longest
Output
Max lumens
5200 lmHighest output
4400 lmLowest output
Max candela
562500 cdHighest candela
350000 cdLowest candela
Beam distance
1500 m (4921 ft)Highest
1100 m (3609 ft)Lowest
Max runtime
2160 minLongest runtime
105 minShortest runtime
Power & durability
Battery type
NBP68 HD rechargeable battery pack (98Wh, 3400mAh x8, 3.7V)
Rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging type
Built-in charging port via AC adapter (3.5mm)
120V AC outlet
Rechargeable
Yes
Yes
IP rating
IP68 (up to 2m submersible)
IPX7
Impact resistance
1 m (3 ft)
Unknown
Material
Aviation grade aluminum alloy with Military grade HA III hard anodized finish
High-strength aerospace aluminum with Mil-Spec hard anodized finish
Use case profile
Best for
Search and rescueHuntingExplorationLong-range illumination
Long-range search and rescueLaw enforcementOutdoor useTactical operations
Common praise
Extremely powerful beam with impressive long throwDurable build with waterproof and impact resistanceUser-friendly double-button interface with OLED displayLong runtime on lower modes with included large battery pack
Extremely bright output and long beam distanceRobust and durable build qualityMultiple output modes with easy switchingUseful battery fuel gauge indicator
Common complaints
Large size and weight limits portability for everyday carryHigher brightness modes have shorter runtimePremium price point
High retail priceHeavy weight due to large sizeLarge form factor not ideal for compact EDC
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