Comparison · Batteries

LG 20650 HG6 or Basen Y25 18650 2500mAh 22A

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: Basen Y25 18650 2500mAh 22A (2750 mAh vs. 2746); Test current: LG 20650 HG6 (30 A vs. 20); Price: Basen Y25 18650 2500mAh 22A (5.6 $ vs. 16.99).

Model	LG 20650 HG62021Read review →	Basen Y25 18650 2500mAh 22A2020Read review →
Current, A	30	22
Capacity, mAh	2746	2750
Test current, A	30	20
Price, $	16.99	5.6
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Resistance 9 mΩ (LG 20650 HG6); Temperature rise 93.5 °C (LG 20650 HG6); Weight 60 g (LG 20650 HG6).

LG 20650 HG6: They deliver high current well, but old cells fall short of rated capacity; the author advises against them at this price.

Basen Y25 18650 2500mAh 22A: The Y25 cells performed well and consistently; the author sees them as an affordable alternative to VTC5 and 25R, though the maker is unknown.

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.