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INR18650-25R from AliExpress or Samsung ICR18650-26F

Two models side by side: measurements taken by the author in their reviews, and their conclusions. The better value in each row is highlighted.

In brief: Based on review measurements: Test current: INR18650-25R from AliExpress (20 A vs. 5.2).

Model	INR18650-25R from AliExpressSamsung · 2020Read review →	Samsung ICR18650-26F2016Read review →
Capacity, mAh	2500	2500
Test current, A	20	5.2
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 3.7 V (Samsung ICR18650-26F); Price 11.19 $ (Samsung ICR18650-26F).

INR18650-25R from AliExpress: The cells delivered about 2500 mAh and sagged noticeably under heavy load; the author is unsure whether they are genuine 25Rs.

Samsung ICR18650-26F: At 1C discharge the cell delivered 2500 mAh; its maximum test current was 5.2 A.

Figures were taken from the review text and checked against the quoted passages. Measurement conditions differ between reviews, so read the reviews yourself before buying. Prices at the time of review.