Fenix TK05R vs Nitecore P23i size comparison

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The Nitecore P23i is 29 mm (1.14 in) longer than the Fenix TK05R, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point.

Fenix TK05R · 115 mmNitecore P23i · 144 mm

The Nitecore P23i is 29 mm (1.14 in) longer than the Fenix TK05R, and 1 mm narrower at its widest point.

Dimensions

Fenix TK05R
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Nitecore P23i
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Length115 mm (4.53 in)144 mm (5.67 in)+29 mm
Head / width32 mm (1.26 in)31 mm (1.22 in)−1 mm
Body23.5 mm (0.93 in)25 mm (0.98 in)+1.5 mm
Weight124 g with battery—
Battery1835021700
Max output1,000 lm3,000 lm
Throw450 m470 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$79.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed

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TK05R vs P23i: how they differ

Size and weight

The Fenix TK05R is the shorter light: 115 mm (4.53 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 29 mm (20%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 1 mm slimmer (31 vs 32 mm).

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix TK05R, 200% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 450 m rated throw (4% more).

Battery

The Fenix TK05R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Nitecore P23i runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK05R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK05R cost $20.00 less. 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 TK05R if you want a shorter light (29 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore P23i if you want more output (3,000 lm vs 1,000 lm). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.

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TK05R vs P23i FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK05R or the Nitecore P23i?

The Fenix TK05R is the shorter light: 115 mm (4.53 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 29 mm (20%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 1 mm slimmer (31 vs 32 mm).

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK05R or the Nitecore P23i?

The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Fenix TK05R, 200% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 450 m rated throw (4% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK05R or the Nitecore P23i?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK05R was $79.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK05R cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK05R and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?

The Fenix TK05R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Nitecore P23i runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).

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