Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 vs Nitecore HC65 UHE size comparison
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0, and 0.8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is 9 mm (0.35 in) longer than the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0, and 0.8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery and headband), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ | Nitecore HC65 UHE Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 80 mm (3.15 in) | 89 mm (3.50 in)+9 mm |
| Height | 46.8 mm (1.84 in) | 46 mm (1.81 in)−0.8 mm |
| Thickness | 34.9 mm (1.37 in) | 42 mm (1.65 in)+7.1 mm |
| Weight | 140 g with battery and headband | 152 g listed |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 18650 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 2,000 lm |
| Throw | 170 m | 222 m |
| Type | Headlamp / right-angle | Headlamp / right-angle |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced Listed 80 x 46.8 x 34.9 mm | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer lists 89 x 42 x 46 mm |
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HM65R-T V2.0 vs HC65 UHE: how they differ
Size and weight
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 89 mm (3.50 in), a difference of 9 mm (10%). At its widest point the Nitecore HC65 UHE is 0.8 mm slimmer (46 vs 46.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM65R-T V2.0: 140 g with battery and headband; Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0, 25% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 170 m rated throw (31% more).
Battery
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore HC65 UHE runs on a removable 18650 battery.
Type
Both are headlamps / right-angle lights in our catalog with a headlamp body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 if you want a shorter light (9 mm shorter). Choose the Nitecore HC65 UHE if you want more output (2,000 lm vs 1,600 lm) and longer throw (222 m vs 170 m). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
Check price ↗ Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 Check price ↗ Nitecore HC65 UHE
HM65R-T V2.0 vs HC65 UHE FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 or the Nitecore HC65 UHE?
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 is the shorter light: 80 mm (3.15 in) against 89 mm (3.50 in), a difference of 9 mm (10%). At its widest point the Nitecore HC65 UHE is 0.8 mm slimmer (46 vs 46.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Fenix HM65R-T V2.0: 140 g with battery and headband; Nitecore HC65 UHE: 152 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 or the Nitecore HC65 UHE?
The Nitecore HC65 UHE is rated brighter: 2,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0, 25% more. For beam distance the Nitecore HC65 UHE reaches further: 222 m vs 170 m rated throw (31% more).
Do the Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 and Nitecore HC65 UHE use the same battery?
The Fenix HM65R-T V2.0 runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; the Nitecore HC65 UHE runs on a removable 18650 battery.