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Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A or Panasonic NCR18500A

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: Panasonic NCR18500A (2000 mAh vs. 1985); Test current: Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A (38 A vs. 3.8).

Model	Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A2021Read review →	Panasonic NCR18500A2016Read review →
Voltage, V	3.6	4.2
Capacity, mAh	1985	2000
Test current, A	38	3.8
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Current 38 A (Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A); Energy 7.368 Wh (Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A); Resistance 7.7 mΩ (Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A); Price 19.59 $ (Panasonic NCR18500A).

Vapcell INR18650 2000mAh 38A: Good cells with near-ideal results, but the price is greatly inflated.

Panasonic NCR18500A: Both cells delivered nearly 2000 mAh in the standard test, exceeding the stated capacity.

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.