Fenix TK15R vs Nitecore P23i size comparison

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The Nitecore P23i is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix TK15R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.

Fenix TK15R · 149 mmNitecore P23i · 144 mm

The Nitecore P23i is 5 mm (0.20 in) shorter than the Fenix TK15R, and 3 mm narrower at its widest point.

Dimensions

Fenix TK15R
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Nitecore P23i
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Length149 mm (5.87 in)144 mm (5.67 in)−5 mm
Head / width34 mm (1.34 in)31 mm (1.22 in)−3 mm
Body25.4 mm (1.00 in)25 mm (0.98 in)−0.4 mm
Weight205.5 g with battery—
Battery2170021700
Max output3,200 lm3,000 lm
Throw490 m470 m
TypeTacticalTactical
Price$119.95 at fenixlighting.com, as of Nov 4, 2026$99.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026
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Retailer weight (297 g) looks inconsistent with this size; omitted until confirmed

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TK15R vs P23i: how they differ

Size and weight

The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 3 mm slimmer (31 vs 34 mm).

Brightness and throw

The Fenix TK15R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore P23i, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 470 m rated throw (4% more).

Battery

Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.

Price

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $20.00 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 shorter light (5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (3 mm narrower). On the specs we track, the Nitecore P23i is ahead or level everywhere; the Fenix TK15R 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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TK15R vs P23i FAQ

Which is smaller, the Fenix TK15R or the Nitecore P23i?

The Nitecore P23i is the shorter light: 144 mm (5.67 in) against 149 mm (5.87 in), a difference of 5 mm (3%). At its widest point the Nitecore P23i is 3 mm slimmer (31 vs 34 mm).

Which is brighter, the Fenix TK15R or the Nitecore P23i?

The Fenix TK15R is rated brighter: 3,200 lm maximum vs 3,000 lm for the Nitecore P23i, 7% more. For beam distance the Fenix TK15R reaches further: 490 m vs 470 m rated throw (4% more).

Which is cheaper, the Fenix TK15R or the Nitecore P23i?

When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Fenix TK15R was $119.95 at fenixlighting.com and the Nitecore P23i $99.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore P23i cost $20.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.

Do the Fenix TK15R and Nitecore P23i use the same battery?

Both run on a removable 21700 battery, so spare cells work in either light.

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