Fenix PD36 TAC vs Nitecore P23i size comparison
The Nitecore P23i is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 4.5 mm wider at its widest point.
The Nitecore P23i is 4 mm (0.16 in) longer than the Fenix PD36 TAC, and 4.5 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36 TAC Check price ↗ | Nitecore P23i Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 140 mm (5.51 in) | 144 mm (5.67 in)+4 mm |
| Head / width | 26.5 mm (1.04 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)+4.5 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm |
| Weight | 92 g without battery | — |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 274 m | 470 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $99.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed |
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PD36 TAC vs P23i: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm).
Brightness and throw
Both are rated at 3,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 274 m rated throw (72% more).
Battery
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are tactical lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix PD36 TAC if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (4.5 mm narrower). Choose the Nitecore P23i if you want longer throw (470 m vs 274 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36 TAC vs P23i FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P23i?
The Fenix PD36 TAC is the shorter light: 140 mm (5.51 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 4 mm (3%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36 TAC is 4.5 mm slimmer (26.5 vs 31 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P23i?
Both are rated at 3,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 274 m rated throw (72% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36 TAC or the Nitecore P23i?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36 TAC was $99.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36 TAC and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?
Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.
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Sources
- Fenix PD36 TAC: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $99.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore P23i: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $99.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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