Fenix TK11R vs Nitecore P23i size comparison
The Nitecore P23i is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix TK11R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.
The Nitecore P23i is 1.5 mm (0.06 in) shorter than the Fenix TK11R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.
Dimensions
| Fenix TK11R Check price ↗ | Nitecore P23i Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 145.5 mm (5.73 in) | 144 mm (5.67 in)−1.5 mm |
| Head / width | 34 mm (1.34 in) | 31 mm (1.22 in)−3 mm |
| Body | 23.5 mm (0.93 in) | 25 mm (0.98 in)+1.5 mm |
| Weight | 117.5 g without battery | — |
| Battery | 18650 / 2x CR123A | 21700 |
| Max output | 1,600 lm | 3,000 lm |
| Throw | 420 m | 470 m |
| Type | Tactical | Tactical |
| Price | $86.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | fenixlighting.com sourced | batteryjunction.com sourced Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed |
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TK11R vs P23i: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 145.5 mm (5.73 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). 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 1,600 lm for the Fenix TK11R, 88% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 420 m rated throw (12% more).
Battery
The Fenix TK11R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; 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 Fenix TK11R was $86.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK11R cost $13.00 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 (3 mm narrower), more output (3,000 lm vs 1,600 lm) and longer throw (470 m vs 420 m). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P23i is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix TK11R 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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TK11R vs P23i FAQ
Which is smaller, the Fenix TK11R or the Nitecore P23i?
The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 145.5 mm (5.73 in), a difference of 1.5 mm (1%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 3 mm slimmer (31 vs 34 mm).
Which is brighter, the Fenix TK11R or the Nitecore P23i?
The Nitecore P23i is rated brighter: 3,000 lm maximum vs 1,600 lm for the Fenix TK11R, 88% more. For beam distance the Nitecore P23i reaches further: 470 m vs 420 m rated throw (12% more).
Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK11R or the Nitecore P23i?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK11R was $86.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Fenix TK11R cost $13.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Fenix TK11R and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?
The Fenix TK11R runs on removable 18650 / 2x CR123A batteries; 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
- Fenix TK11R: specs from Fenix product page (manufacturer). Price $86.95 from fenixlighting.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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