Fenix GL22 vs Olight PL-X size comparison
The Olight PL-X is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix GL22, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point.
The Olight PL-X is 4 mm (0.16 in) shorter than the Fenix GL22, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL22 Check price ↗ | Olight PL-X Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 67 mm (2.64 in) | 63 mm (2.48 in)−4 mm |
| Height | 42 mm (1.65 in) | 32 mm (1.26 in)−10 mm |
| Thickness | 31 mm (1.22 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)−1 mm |
| Weight | 94 g with battery | — |
| Battery | 16340 | Built-in |
| Max output | 750 lm | 1,200 lm |
| Throw | 180 m | 300 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $149.99 at olight.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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GL22 vs PL-X: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 67 mm (2.64 in), a difference of 4 mm (6%). At its widest point the Olight PL-X is 10 mm slimmer (32 vs 42 mm).
Brightness and throw
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 60% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 180 m rated throw (67% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL22 lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $30.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are weapon lights in our catalog with a weapon body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix GL22 if you want a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Olight PL-X if you want a shorter light (4 mm shorter), a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower), more output (1,200 lm vs 750 lm), longer throw (300 m vs 180 m) and a built-in battery with no separate cell to buy. We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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GL22 vs PL-X FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is the shorter light: 63 mm (2.48 in) against 67 mm (2.64 in), a difference of 4 mm (6%). At its widest point the Olight PL-X is 10 mm slimmer (32 vs 42 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight PL-X?
The Olight PL-X is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 750 lm for the Fenix GL22, 60% more. For beam distance the Olight PL-X reaches further: 300 m vs 180 m rated throw (67% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL22 or the Olight PL-X?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL22 was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-X $149.99 at olight.com, so the Fenix GL22 cost $30.04 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL22 and Olight PL-X use the same battery?
The Fenix GL22 runs on a removable 16340 battery; the Olight PL-X runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Fenix GL22 lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Fenix GL22: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $119.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-X: specs from Olight product page (manufacturer); manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $149.99 from olight.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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