Comparison · Converters

ZC826 or LTC3780-based converter

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: LTC3780-based converter (8 A vs. 4.2); Ripple: LTC3780-based converter (160 mV vs. 700).

Model	ZC826YZXstudio · 2019Read review →	LTC3780-based converterLinear Technology · 2016Read review →
Test current, A	4.2	8
Ripple, mV	700	160
Review conclusion	Recommended	With reservations

Only in one review: Voltage 20 V (ZC826); Current 3 A (ZC826); Power 60 W (ZC826); In test 80 W (ZC826); Under load 12 V (LTC3780-based converter); Protection 4.2 A (ZC826); Price 21.5 $ (ZC826).

ZC826: A powerful, well-made board with broad protocol support and bidirectional operation, but it is expensive.

LTC3780-based converter: An interesting, powerful buck-boost converter, but it falls short of its ratings and needs improved 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.