Is it OK to use non original laptop battery?

Despite carrying the manufacturer’s name, most OEM laptop batteries are not manufactured by the companies themselves. In most cases, the OEM batteries are built by a different company and then sold by that company to the manufacturer who then brands the battery with their name.

Are off brand laptop batteries safe?

Aftermarket batteries made by other manufacturers can often be found for significantly cheaper. In reality , they’re not worth the savings. Cheap aftermarket batteries could catch fire, explode, and even burn down your house or physically injure you.

Are generic laptop batteries any good?

The truth is, generic batteries are far cheaper that most genuine batteries, and more often than not they are safe and work just as expected. When the brand isn’t advertised at all, that’s a warning sign that you’re buying a very generic battery.

What is the difference between compatible and original battery?

Original batteries are manufactured by companies like IBM and Sony and also by an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), who manufacture under license from companies like IBM and Sony. Compatible batteries are solely made by 3rd party manufacturers.

Which battery is compatible with my laptop?

One of the easiest ways to determine what kind of battery you have is to turn off and unplug your laptop and then remove the battery to look at it. Most batteries will have a set of printed information on them, including the battery type, its model number, a part number, its voltage and a charging current.

Are replacement batteries safe?

Bottom line: While there is no guarantee that ANY replacement battery won’t damage your laptop (including one made by your laptop’s manufacturer), the odds are in your favor if you choose a battery that lots of other users have had great luck with.

Are non-OEM batteries better?

Due to the fact that they are sold by third party manufacturers, non-OEM batteries can vary significantly in their quality. In many cases, they will be made using lower quality materials and, as such, can degrade a lot quicker than OEM batteries. The result being that they need to be replaced more regularly.

Can I replace 11.1 V battery with 14.8 V battery?

Please check your original battery,if the voltage is 14.8V(or 14.6V,14.4V),then this battery will fit your laptop. If your original battery voltage is 10.85V or 11.1V,this battery will not work for your laptop.