Comparison · Converters

Boost converter up to 400 W or RBQ-8,2/45

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: In test: Boost converter up to 400 W (333 W vs. 300); Test current: RBQ-8,2/45 (37.9 A vs. 8); Efficiency: RBQ-8,2/45 (98 % vs. 96).

Model	Boost converter up to 400 W2020Read review →	RBQ-8,2/45Murata · 2018Read review →
Voltage, V	60	8.2
Current, A	12	45
In test, W	333	300
Test current, A	8	37.9
Under load, V	48	8.163
Efficiency, %	96	98
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Ripple 1200 mV (Boost converter up to 400 W); No load 4 W (RBQ-8,2/45); Temperature rise 90 °C (RBQ-8,2/45); Weight 60 g (Boost converter up to 400 W); Price 3.12 $ (RBQ-8,2/45).

Boost converter up to 400 W: It works and delivered up to 333 W, but has high ripple and may fail if the input voltage sags.

RBQ-8,2/45: A genuine converter with high efficiency and high output current; at room temperature it can deliver 15–16 A without extra cooling.

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.