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Sony VTC6 (counterfeit) or TrustFire 18650 2400mAh

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: TrustFire 18650 2400mAh (2209 mAh vs. 2129); Capacity at high current: TrustFire 18650 2400mAh (2209 mAh vs. 2120); Test current: Sony VTC6 (counterfeit) (10 A vs. 2.399).

Model	Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)2018Read review →	TrustFire 18650 2400mAh2014Read review →
Capacity, mAh	2129	2209
Capacity at high current, mAh	2120	2209
Test current, A	10	2.399
Review conclusion	Not recommended	Recommended

Only in one review: Energy 8.025 Wh (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)); Temperature rise 68 °C (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)); Weight 47 g (TrustFire 18650 2400mAh); Price 12.84 $ (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)).

Sony VTC6 (counterfeit): The counterfeit cells have low capacity and high resistance; the author recommends looking for better ones.

TrustFire 18650 2400mAh: The two cells delivered 92–93.5% of rated capacity at a 1C discharge; the author called the result very good.

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.