Comparison · Batteries

Sony VTC6 or Panasonic NCR18650B

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 (3300 mAh vs. 3250); Test current: Sony VTC6 (20 A vs. 6.4); Price: Panasonic NCR18650B (6.99 $ vs. 24.99).

Model	Sony VTC62017Read review →	Panasonic NCR18650B2016Read review →
Capacity, mAh	3250	3300
Test current, A	20	6.4
Price, $	24.99	6.99
Review conclusion	Recommended	Recommended

Only in one review: Voltage 3.7 V (Panasonic NCR18650B); Capacity at high current 2774 mAh (Sony VTC6); Energy 10.81 Wh (Sony VTC6); Temperature rise 80 °C (Sony VTC6).

Sony VTC6: The cells showed good capacity and handled high-current discharge; the author considers them fit for use.

Panasonic NCR18650B: Capacity at a 1 A discharge was nearly 3300 mAh; the cell was also tested at 6.4 A.

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.