Comparison · Batteries

LG 20650 HG6 or SANYO UR18650ZY

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: SANYO UR18650ZY (2773 mAh vs. 2746); Test current: LG 20650 HG6 (30 A vs. 5); Temperature rise: SANYO UR18650ZY (57.5 °C vs. 93.5).

Model	LG 20650 HG62021Read review →	SANYO UR18650ZY2016Read review →
Current, A	30	5
Capacity, mAh	2746	2773
Test current, A	30	5
Temperature rise, °C	93.5	57.5
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 3.7 V (SANYO UR18650ZY); Capacity at high current 2569 mAh (SANYO UR18650ZY); Resistance 9 mΩ (LG 20650 HG6); 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.

SANYO UR18650ZY: The cells meet the stated capacity, and the author found no faults.

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.