Fenix PD36R ACE vs Nitecore P23i size comparison
The Nitecore P23i is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 1 mm wider at its widest point.
The Nitecore P23i is 2 mm (0.08 in) shorter than the Fenix PD36R ACE, and 1 mm wider at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix PD36R ACE Check price ↗ | Nitecore P23i Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 146 mm (5.75 in) | 144 mm (5.67 in)−2 mm |
| Head / width | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)+1 mm |
| Body | 26 mm (1.02 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 181.6 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 21700 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,000 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 415 m | 470 m |
| Type | EDC | Tactical |
| Price | $109.95 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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PD36R ACE vs P23i: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R ACE is 1 mm slimmer (30 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 415 m rated throw (13% 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 PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
The Fenix PD36R ACE is listed as edc and the Nitecore P23i as tactical, so they suit different jobs.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore P23i if you want longer throw (470 m vs 415 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P23i is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix PD36R ACE makes sense mainly if its price, interface or a feature we don't track suits you better. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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PD36R ACE vs P23i FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Nitecore P23i?
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 146 mm (5.75 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Fenix PD36R ACE is 1 mm slimmer (30 vs 31 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Nitecore P23i?
Both are rated at 3,000 lm maximum output. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 415 m rated throw (13% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix PD36R ACE or the Nitecore P23i?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix PD36R ACE was $109.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix PD36R ACE 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 PD36R ACE: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $109.95 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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