Confused about laptop batteries? Our blog covers types, pros/cons, and which to choose for your needs.
Nickel-Cadmium (NiCad) Batteries: NiCad laptop batteries are outdated due to being heavy, short-lived, and prone to the “memory effect”.
Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH) Batteries: NiMH laptop batteries are lighter and last longer than NiCad batteries, but are less efficient than newer technologies and cost more.
Lithium-Ion (Li-ion) Batteries: Li-ion batteries are the most popular laptop battery due to being lightweight, long-lasting, and having high energy density. They’re more expensive than NiCad and NiMH batteries.
Lithium-Polymer (Li-Po) Batteries: Li-Po laptop batteries are a newer and safer technology that is lightweight, flexible, and less prone to swelling or overheating compared to Li-ion batteries.
Li-Po laptop batteries have unique advantages for usage:
Higher energy density
Lightweight and flexible
Fast charging
Li-Po laptop batteries also have individual drawbacks for…