Comparison · Batteries

BAK N18650CK 3000mAh or Murata US18650VTC6

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: Murata US18650VTC6 (3100 mAh vs. 3070).

Model	BAK N18650CK 3000mAh2021Read review →	Murata US18650VTC62019Read review →
Current, A	6.1	20
Capacity, mAh	3070	3100
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Capacity at high current 2900 mAh (Murata US18650VTC6); Test current 20 A (Murata US18650VTC6); Energy 11.24 Wh (BAK N18650CK 3000mAh); Resistance 12.55 mΩ (Murata US18650VTC6).

BAK N18650CK 3000mAh: Cells with consistent results and good capacity, but overheating noticeably increases impedance.

Murata US18650VTC6: The red VTC6 performed almost like the green ones; the measured differences were within measurement error.

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.