Comparison · Batteries

Sony VTC6 (counterfeit) or Xiaomi ZI5

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: Xiaomi ZI5 (2200 mAh vs. 2129); Capacity at high current: Sony VTC6 (counterfeit) (2120 mAh vs. 1800); Price: Xiaomi ZI5 (10.59 $ vs. 12.84).

Model	Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)2018Read review →	Xiaomi ZI52016Read review →
Capacity, mAh	2129	2200
Capacity at high current, mAh	2120	1800
Price, $	12.84	10.59
Review conclusion	Not recommended	Recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 1.2 V (Xiaomi ZI5); Test current 10 A (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)); Energy 8.025 Wh (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)); Temperature rise 68 °C (Sony VTC6 (counterfeit)).

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

Xiaomi ZI5: They delivered 2200 mAh at 300 mA and the claimed 1800 mAh at an 1800 mA discharge.

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.