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Rectangular black lithium-ion battery pack with screw holes and connector ribbon

A1494/A1618 laptop battery 98 Wh 8700 mAh 11.26 V for MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398

SKU CH-85VR-YZCWJ MPN A1494/A1618

Replacement battery delivers 98 Wh at 11.26 V for MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398 models from Late 2013 through Mid 2015

  • Battery type96 W
  • Battery voltage rating20 V
  • Power adapter voltage20 V
  • Power adapter current11.8A
  • Product typeCharger
  • Key featuresLithium ion, Rechargeable, 11.26 V, 8,700 mAh, Laptop
  • Delivers 98 Wh capacity for extended runtime
  • Matches 11.26 V and 8700 mAh for direct compatibility
  • Built-in safety circuits guard against overcharge and short circuits
  • Premium lithium-ion cells maintain stable power output
  • Includes installation tools and guide for straightforward replacement

Direct replacement for A1398 Retina models

This new 98 Wh lithium-ion pack replaces Apple part numbers A1494 and A1618 inside the 15-inch MacBook Pro A1398 from Late 2013, Mid 2014 and Mid 2015. It delivers 8700 mAh at 11.26 V using premium polymer cells and a dual-layer safety circuit.

Fits the existing battery bay with included tools

The pack matches the original form factor so it sits in the same compartment without case modifications. Installation tools, a printed guide and the service manual are supplied, freeing you from sourcing separate screwdrivers or looking up torque values.

Built-in protection manages heat and voltage

Overcharge, short-circuit, overload and temperature safeguards keep the pack stable during normal charge and discharge cycles. The 469 g cell assembly maintains low self-discharge, so stored runtime remains consistent between sessions.

How it compares

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Price $70.99
Pricier than about 90% of the 27,790 comparable items (median $30.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameDELL
Model nameA1494/A1618
Part numberA1494/A1618
Product typeCharger
Power
Battery type96 W
Battery voltage rating20 V
Power adapter voltage20 V
Power adapter current11.8A
Size & build
Product weight469 g

Questions about this item

What is the capacity limit that defines how long this A1494/A1618 battery runs under sustained use?

The battery stores 98 Wh / 8700 mAh at 11.26 V, so that figure sets the runtime ceiling before a recharge is needed.

How much heat or noise does this replacement battery produce when the MacBook Pro A1398 runs all day?

The battery itself has no moving parts and generates negligible heat; any warmth or fan noise comes from the laptop’s own cooling system under load.

Which MacBook Pro models must I already own for this A1494/A1618 pack to work?

It fits MacBook Pro 15-inch A1398 units from Late 2013, Mid 2014 and Mid 2015 (model identifiers MacBookPro11,2 through 11,5).

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