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Old 07-15-2021 | 07:11 AM
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Have a choice between two LIPO 2s 7.4V batteries, which one is better?

1) 5200mah 50c

2) 6000mah 80c



Which one is better and why?
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Old 07-15-2021 | 07:25 AM
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The 6000 will be slightly better, longer runtime, higher current draw and won't fade quite as fast.
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Old 07-15-2021 | 09:31 AM
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It depends. If we're assuming the lipos are the same brand and series the bigger lipo would have longer runtime but not necessarily more punch because C-rating only comes into play when there's a certain amount of demand on the lipo. (current draw / motor KV) If there's a significant weight difference that comes into play as well.

Now, if you're cross shopping different brands then it all goes out the window because MAH and C-ratings are arbitrary so they can't be compared across brands.

If this is for racing 1/10 I would go for whichever pack weighed less.
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Old 07-17-2021 | 04:43 AM
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Of course 6000mah 80c. The model is newer. And the specifications are all on the high side. I use it myself. And very happy. The charge lasts longer and does not fade so quickly. And not as heavy in weight.
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Old 07-18-2021 | 04:17 PM
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Regardless, the 6000mah will give a longer run time. As for 50c and 80c, that all depends on what motor you're running. If your running a stock type motor then you will not see much of a difference. If you're running a lower turn motor, then you will see a difference on acceleration and not much anywhere else. depending on the difference in price is how I would make the decision.
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