Comparison · Converters

MP2225 converter or DC-DC converter with QC 3.0

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: Test current: DC-DC converter with QC 3.0 (5.1 A vs. 4.5); Ripple: MP2225 converter (80 mV vs. 175); Efficiency: MP2225 converter (96 % vs. 94.3).

Model	MP2225 converter2020Read review →	DC-DC converter with QC 3.02018Read review →
Voltage, V	5.3	5.2
Current, A	4	5
Test current, A	4.5	5.1
Ripple, mV	80	175
Efficiency, %	96	94.3
Review conclusion	With reservations	With reservations

Only in one review: Under load 10.74 V (DC-DC converter with QC 3.0); No load 1 W (DC-DC converter with QC 3.0); Protection 4.5 A (MP2225 converter); Temperature rise 108 °C (MP2225 converter).

MP2225 converter: The compact board meets its stated specs, but sustains 4 A only briefly and heats up noticeably under prolonged load.

DC-DC converter with QC 3.0: It works steadily and supports QC 2.0/3.0, but gets hot and has high ripple at 5 V.

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.