Nitecore MT1A Pro vs Nitecore T4K size comparison
The Nitecore T4K is 11 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, and 10.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
The Nitecore T4K is 11 mm (0.43 in) shorter than the Nitecore MT1A Pro, and 10.2 mm wider at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed vs with battery), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore MT1A Pro Check price ↗ | Nitecore T4K Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 93 mm (3.66 in) | 82 mm (3.23 in)−11 mm |
| Head / width | 19.8 mm (0.78 in) | 30 mm (1.18 in)+10.2 mm |
| Body | 17.3 mm (0.68 in) | — |
| Tail | 19.6 mm (0.77 in) | — |
| Thickness | — | 29 mm (1.14 in) |
| Weight | 52 g with battery | 77 g listed |
| Battery | 14500 / AA | Built-in |
| Max output | 800 lm | 4,000 lm |
| Throw | — | 209 m |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $41.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed 3.66" / head 0.78" / tube 0.68" / tail 0.77", 1.83 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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MT1A Pro vs T4K: how they differ
Size and weight
The Nitecore T4K is the shorter light: 82 mm (3.23 in) against 93 mm (3.66 in), a difference of 11 mm (12%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT1A Pro is 10.2 mm slimmer (19.8 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT1A Pro: 52 g with battery; Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Nitecore MT1A Pro, 400% more.
Battery
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore T4K runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore MT1A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore T4K $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT1A Pro cost $48.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore MT1A Pro if you want a slimmer profile (10.2 mm narrower) and a removable cell you can swap. Choose the Nitecore T4K if you want a shorter light (11 mm shorter), more output (4,000 lm vs 800 lm) 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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MT1A Pro vs T4K FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore T4K?
The Nitecore T4K is the shorter light: 82 mm (3.23 in) against 93 mm (3.66 in), a difference of 11 mm (12%). At its widest point the Nitecore MT1A Pro is 10.2 mm slimmer (19.8 vs 30 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore MT1A Pro: 52 g with battery; Nitecore T4K: 77 g listed), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore T4K?
The Nitecore T4K is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 800 lm for the Nitecore MT1A Pro, 400% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore MT1A Pro or the Nitecore T4K?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore MT1A Pro was $41.95 at nitecorestore.com and the Nitecore T4K $89.95 at batteryjunction.com, so the Nitecore MT1A Pro cost $48.00 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore MT1A Pro and Nitecore T4K use the same battery?
The Nitecore MT1A Pro runs on removable 14500 / AA batteries; the Nitecore T4K runs on a built-in rechargeable battery. Only the Nitecore MT1A Pro lets you swap in a charged spare.
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Sources
- Nitecore MT1A Pro: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $41.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- Nitecore T4K: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $89.95 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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