Comparison · Batteries

LG ICR18650-HB3 or Samsung ICR18650-22P

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: Samsung ICR18650-22P (1995 mAh vs. 1600); Capacity at high current: Samsung ICR18650-22P (1857 mAh vs. 1500); Temperature rise: Samsung ICR18650-22P (77.5 °C vs. 90).

Model	LG ICR18650-HB32019Read review →	Samsung ICR18650-22P2019Read review →
Capacity, mAh	1600	1995
Capacity at high current, mAh	1500	1857
Temperature rise, °C	90	77.5
Review conclusion	With reservations	With reservations

Only in one review: Current 22 A (LG ICR18650-HB3); Test current 20 A (LG ICR18650-HB3); Energy 7.2 Wh (Samsung ICR18650-22P); Resistance 20 mΩ (Samsung ICR18650-22P); Weight 45.24 g (Samsung ICR18650-22P).

LG ICR18650-HB3: They handle discharge up to 20 A and deliver about 1500 mAh, but have less energy capacity than the Samsung 20S.

Samsung ICR18650-22P: The cell seems close to genuine, but its condition and storage are concerning, so the author advises against buying such cells.

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.