Fenix GL23R vs Olight PL-3S Valkyrie size comparison
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Fenix GL23R, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is 6 mm (0.24 in) shorter than the Fenix GL23R, and 10 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix GL23R Check price ↗ | Olight PL-3S Valkyrie Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 87 mm (3.43 in) | 81 mm (3.19 in)−6 mm |
| Height | 43 mm (1.69 in) | 33 mm (1.30 in)−10 mm |
| Thickness | 30 mm (1.18 in) | 37 mm (1.46 in)+7 mm |
| Weight | 120 g with battery | 119 g listed |
| Battery | 18350 | 2x CR123A |
| Max output | 1,200 lm | 1,000 lm |
| Throw | 240 m | 200 m |
| Type | Weapon light | Weapon light |
| Price | $139.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $79.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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GL23R vs PL-3S Valkyrie: how they differ
Size and weight
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is the shorter light: 81 mm (3.19 in) against 87 mm (3.43 in), a difference of 6 mm (7%). At its widest point the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is 10 mm slimmer (33 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL23R: 120 g with battery; Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: 119 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Fenix GL23R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL23R reaches further: 240 m vs 200 m rated throw (20% more).
Battery
The Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL23R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie $79.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie cost $59.96 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 GL23R if you want more output (1,200 lm vs 1,000 lm) and longer throw (240 m vs 200 m). Choose the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie if you want a shorter light (6 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (10 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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GL23R vs PL-3S Valkyrie FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie?
The Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is the shorter light: 81 mm (3.19 in) against 87 mm (3.43 in), a difference of 6 mm (7%). At its widest point the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie is 10 mm slimmer (33 vs 43 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix GL23R: 120 g with battery; Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: 119 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie?
The Fenix GL23R is rated brighter: 1,200 lm maximum vs 1,000 lm for the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie, 20% more. For beam distance the Fenix GL23R reaches further: 240 m vs 200 m rated throw (20% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix GL23R or the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix GL23R was $139.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie $79.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie cost $59.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix GL23R and Olight PL-3S Valkyrie use the same battery?
The Fenix GL23R runs on a removable 18350 battery; the Olight PL-3S Valkyrie runs on removable 2x CR123A batteries. For scale, a 18350 cell is about 18 × 35 mm and a CR123A about 17 × 34.5 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Fenix GL23R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $139.95 from fenixlighting.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Olight PL-3S Valkyrie: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Drawing: outline from published specs. Price $79.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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