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Samsung ICR18650-22P or Samsung INR 18650-20S

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 INR 18650-20S (2021 mAh vs. 1995); Capacity at high current: Samsung INR 18650-20S (1990 mAh vs. 1857); Energy: Samsung ICR18650-22P (7.2 Wh vs. 6.815); Resistance: Samsung INR 18650-20S (7 mΩ vs. 20); Temperature rise: Samsung ICR18650-22P (77.5 °C vs. 84).

Model	Samsung ICR18650-22P2019Read review →	Samsung INR 18650-20S2019Read review →
Capacity, mAh	1995	2021
Capacity at high current, mAh	1857	1990
Energy, Wh	7.2	6.815
Resistance, mΩ	20	7
Temperature rise, °C	77.5	84
Review conclusion	With reservations	Recommended

Only in one review: Test current 30 A (Samsung INR 18650-20S); Weight 45.24 g (Samsung ICR18650-22P).

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

Samsung INR 18650-20S: The high-current cell delivered well with modest heating, and the author unequivocally recommends it.

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.