Comparison · Batteries

Samsung ICR18650-26HM or LG HG2

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: LG HG2 (2640 mAh vs. 2636); Test current: LG HG2 (10 A vs. 5.2); Energy: Samsung ICR18650-26HM (9.651 Wh vs. 9.3); Temperature rise: Samsung ICR18650-26HM (62 °C vs. 74).

Model	Samsung ICR18650-26HM2017Read review →	LG HG22019Read review →
Capacity, mAh	2636	2640
Test current, A	5.2	10
Energy, Wh	9.651	9.3
Temperature rise, °C	62	74
Review conclusion	Recommended	Not recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 3.6 V (Samsung ICR18650-26HM); Capacity at high current 2620 mAh (LG HG2); Resistance 19 mΩ (LG HG2).

Samsung ICR18650-26HM: Fresh cells with consistent results; the author recommends them for laptop batteries, power banks and flashlights, but not for drills or e-cigarettes.

LG HG2: The sample was judged counterfeit: lower capacity and higher resistance than the original, with a different contact.

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.