Comparison · Batteries

Liitokala 3400mAh protected or Samsung ICR18650-32A protected

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 ICR18650-32A protected (3094 mAh vs. 3082); Capacity at high current: Samsung ICR18650-32A protected (3023 mAh vs. 2477); Test current: Liitokala 3400mAh protected (6 A vs. 5.1); Temperature rise: Liitokala 3400mAh protected (55 °C vs. 71.5).

Model	Liitokala 3400mAh protected2018Read review →	Samsung ICR18650-32A protected2016Read review →
Capacity, mAh	3082	3094
Capacity at high current, mAh	2477	3023
Test current, A	6	5.1
Temperature rise, °C	55	71.5
Review conclusion	Recommended	With reservations

Only in one review: Energy 11.27 Wh (Liitokala 3400mAh protected); Weight 51.8 g (Samsung ICR18650-32A protected); Price 3 $ (Liitokala 3400mAh protected).

Liitokala 3400mAh protected: Inexpensive, functional protected cells with good real capacity; the author recommends them for flashlights and toys.

Samsung ICR18650-32A protected: Capacity and internal resistance are close to spec, but the cell overheats at about 1.5–2C discharge and protection cannot handle charging to 4.35 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.