Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 vs Nitecore P23i size comparison
The Nitecore P23i is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point.
The Nitecore P23i is 2 mm (0.08 in) longer than the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3, and 4 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 Check price ↗ | Nitecore P23i Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 142 mm (5.59 in) | 144 mm (5.67 in)+2 mm |
| Head / width | 35 mm (1.38 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)−4 mm |
| Body | 25 mm (0.98 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)same |
| Weight | 121 g listed | — |
| Battery | 18650 | 21700 |
| Max output | 3,300 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 380 m | 470 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | batteryjunction.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed |
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XT11GT Pro V3 vs P23i: how they differ
Size and weight
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 is the shorter light: 142 mm (5.59 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 4 mm slimmer (31 vs 35 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore P23i, 10% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 380 m rated throw (24% more).
Battery
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore P23i runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 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 slimmer profile (4 mm narrower) and longer throw (470 m vs 380 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P23i is ahead or level everywhere; the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 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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XT11GT Pro V3 vs P23i FAQ
Which is smaller, the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 or the Nitecore P23i?
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 is the shorter light: 142 mm (5.59 in) against 144 mm (5.67 in), a difference of 2 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 4 mm slimmer (31 vs 35 mm).
Which is brighter, the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 or the Nitecore P23i?
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 is rated brighter: 3,300 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore P23i, 10% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 380 m rated throw (24% more).
Which is cheaper, the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 or the Nitecore P23i?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 was $89.95 at batteryjunction.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 cost $10.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?
The Klarus XT11GT Pro V3 runs on a removable 18650 battery; the Nitecore P23i runs on a removable 21700 battery. For scale, a 18650 cell is about 18 × 65 mm and a 21700 about 21 × 70 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Klarus XT11GT Pro V3: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $89.95 from batteryjunction.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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