Comparison · Batteries

Liitokala NCR18650B or Samsung INR18650-30Q

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: Liitokala NCR18650B (2978 mAh vs. 2940); Test current: Samsung INR18650-30Q (15 A vs. 5.1).

Model	Liitokala NCR18650B2021Read review →	Samsung INR18650-30Q2016Read review →
Voltage, V	3.6	3.7
Capacity, mAh	2978	2940
Test current, A	5.1	15
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Capacity at high current 2808 mAh (Liitokala NCR18650B); Energy 11.04 Wh (Liitokala NCR18650B); Resistance 60 mΩ (Liitokala NCR18650B); Temperature rise 60 °C (Liitokala NCR18650B); Price 8.92 $ (Samsung INR18650-30Q).

Liitokala NCR18650B: The protection works and the cells deliver up to 5 A, but measured capacity is well below the claim.

Samsung INR18650-30Q: At a 3 A discharge, capacity was about 2940 mAh, matching the stated figures.

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.