Comparison · Batteries

LG 20650 HG6 or Murata US18650-VTC5D

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 US18650-VTC5D (2800 mAh vs. 2746); Resistance: LG 20650 HG6 (9 mΩ vs. 11); Temperature rise: LG 20650 HG6 (93.5 °C vs. 100).

Model	LG 20650 HG62021Read review →	Murata US18650-VTC5D2019Read review →
Current, A	30	35
Capacity, mAh	2746	2800
Test current, A	30	30
Resistance, mΩ	9	11
Temperature rise, °C	93.5	100
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Capacity at high current 2621 mAh (Murata US18650-VTC5D); Weight 60 g (LG 20650 HG6); Price 16.99 $ (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.

Murata US18650-VTC5D: Capacity is 10–14% higher than the VTC5A; the author praises the cells but notes their price is twice as high.

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.