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Samsung INR18650-30Q or Panasonic NCR18650B with protection

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: Panasonic NCR18650B with protection (3188 mAh vs. 3186); Test current: Samsung INR18650-30Q (20 A vs. 6.4); Temperature rise: Panasonic NCR18650B with protection (68 °C vs. 92).

Model	Samsung INR18650-30Q2019Read review →	Panasonic NCR18650B with protection2017Read review →
Capacity, mAh	3186	3188
Test current, A	20	6.4
Temperature rise, °C	92	68
Review conclusion	Recommended	Recommended

Only in one review: Current 15 A (Samsung INR18650-30Q); Capacity at high current 3315 mAh (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection); Energy 10.6 Wh (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection); Resistance 12.9 mΩ (Samsung INR18650-30Q); Weight 48 g (Panasonic NCR18650B with protection).

Samsung INR18650-30Q: Quality cells meet their stated specifications, and the author unequivocally recommends buying them.

Panasonic NCR18650B with protection: The cells meet their stated specifications and show good consistency, but protection makes them longer than standard 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.