Comparison · Batteries

Vapcell INR18500 N24 or Samsung ICR18650-26H

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: Capacity: Samsung ICR18650-26H (2486 mAh vs. 2320); Test current: Samsung ICR18650-26H (5.2 A vs. 5); Energy: Vapcell INR18500 N24 (8.33 Wh vs. 7.5).

Model	Vapcell INR18500 N242023Read review →	Samsung ICR18650-26H2019Read review →
Capacity, mAh	2320	2486
Test current, A	5	5.2
Energy, Wh	8.33	7.5
Temperature rise, °C	60	60
Review conclusion	With reservations	Not recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 3.6 V (Vapcell INR18500 N24); Current 5 A (Vapcell INR18500 N24); Capacity at high current 2319 mAh (Samsung ICR18650-26H); Resistance 48 mΩ (Samsung ICR18650-26H).

Vapcell INR18500 N24: The cells nearly meet their stated specifications, but measured results vary noticeably.

Samsung ICR18650-26H: The sample was judged counterfeit: capacity at 2C was below the original, and its contact and discharge curve differed.

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.