Nitecore P20iX vs ThruNite TN12 V6 size comparison
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, and 4.8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is 7.5 mm (0.30 in) shorter than the Nitecore P20iX, and 4.8 mm narrower at its widest point. Weights are published on different bases (listed (battery unspecified) vs listed (battery unspecified)), so compare them with care.
Dimensions
| Nitecore P20iX Check price ↗ | ThruNite TN12 V6 Check price ↗ | |
| Length | 141.5 mm (5.57 in) | 134 mm (5.28 in)−7.5 mm |
| Head / width | 31.8 mm (1.25 in) | 27 mm (1.06 in)−4.8 mm |
| Body | 25.4 mm (1.00 in) | 24 mm (0.94 in)−1.4 mm |
| Weight | 116 g listed (battery unspecified) | 88 g listed (battery unspecified) |
| Battery | 21700 | 18650 |
| Max output | 4,000 lm | 1,950 lm |
| Throw | — | — |
| Type | EDC | EDC |
| Price | $119.95 at nitecorestore.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 | $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, as of Nov 4, 2026 |
| Source | nitecorestore.com sourced Listed L-5.57" x W-1.25" x H-1.00", 4.09 oz; converted | batteryjunction.com sourced |
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P20iX vs TN12 V6: how they differ
Size and weight
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.8 mm slimmer (27 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Brightness and throw
The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 105% more.
Battery
The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
Price
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $79.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Type
Both are EDC lights in our catalog with a tube body.
Which should you buy?
Choose the Nitecore P20iX if you want more output (4,000 lm vs 1,950 lm). Choose the ThruNite TN12 V6 if you want a shorter light (7.5 mm shorter) and a slimmer profile (4.8 mm narrower). We compare published size, weight, output, throw and battery only, not runtime, interface or build quality.
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P20iX vs TN12 V6 FAQ
Which is smaller, the Nitecore P20iX or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The ThruNite TN12 V6 is the shorter light: 134 mm (5.28 in) against 141.5 mm (5.57 in), a difference of 7.5 mm (5%). At its widest point the ThruNite TN12 V6 is 4.8 mm slimmer (27 vs 31.8 mm). Weights are published on different bases (Nitecore P20iX: 116 g listed (battery unspecified); ThruNite TN12 V6: 88 g listed (battery unspecified)), so they are not directly comparable.
Which is brighter, the Nitecore P20iX or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
The Nitecore P20iX is rated brighter: 4,000 lm maximum vs 1,950 lm for the ThruNite TN12 V6, 105% more.
Which is cheaper, the Nitecore P20iX or the ThruNite TN12 V6?
When we checked on Nov 4, 2026, the Nitecore P20iX was $119.95 at nitecorestore.com and the ThruNite TN12 V6 $39.99 at batteryjunction.com, so the ThruNite TN12 V6 cost $79.96 less. Prices change often, so check the current price before you buy.
Do the Nitecore P20iX and ThruNite TN12 V6 use the same battery?
The Nitecore P20iX runs on a removable 21700 battery; the ThruNite TN12 V6 runs on a removable 18650 battery. For scale, a 21700 cell is about 21 × 70 mm and a 18650 about 18 × 65 mm (nominal).
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Sources
- Nitecore P20iX: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by nitecorestore.com. Price $119.95 from nitecorestore.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
- ThruNite TN12 V6: specs from manufacturer published specs as listed by batteryjunction.com. Price $39.99 from batteryjunction.com, checked Nov 4, 2026; prices change often.
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