Fenix TK20R UE vs Nitecore P23i size comparison

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The Nitecore P23i is 9.7 mm (0.38 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R UE, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.

Fenix TK20R UE · 153.7 mmNitecore P23i · 144 mm

The Nitecore P23i is 9.7 mm (0.38 in) shorter than the Fenix TK20R UE, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.

Dimensions

Fenix TK20R UE
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Nitecore P23i
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Length153.7 mm (6.05 in)144 mm (5.67 in)−9.7 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)31 mm (1.22 in)−3 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm
Weight204 g with battery—
Battery2170021700
Max output2,800 lm3,000 lm
Throw465 m470 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$89.95 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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TK20R UE vs P23i: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 153.7 mm (6.05 in), a difference of 9.7 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 3 mm slimmer (31 vs 34 mm).

Brightness and throw

The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix TK20R UE, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 465 m rated throw (1% 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 TK20R UE was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK20R UE cost $10.00 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 Nitecore P23i if you want a shorter light (9.7 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P23i is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix TK20R UE 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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TK20R UE vs P23i FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nitecore P23i?

The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 153.7 mm (6.05 in), a difference of 9.7 mm (6%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 3 mm slimmer (31 vs 34 mm).

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nitecore P23i?

The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 2,800 lm for the Fenix TK20R UE, 7% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 465 m rated throw (1% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK20R UE or the Nitecore P23i?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK20R UE was $89.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK20R UE cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK20R UE 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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