Comparison page

TP4056 vs MCP73831

Side-by-side selection notes for specs, ecosystem readiness, known issues, and data confidence. This page is generated from structured component fields instead of a hand-written article.

TP4056

Projects needing Li-ion charger and Cheap module with a commonly available power part.

MCP73831

Projects needing Li-ion charger and Small with a commonly available power part.

Specification Matrix

DimensionTP4056 MCP73831

CategoryPowerPower

MakerNanJing Top PowerMicrochip

CoreNot specifiedNot specified

ClockNot specifiedNot specified

WirelessNot specifiedNot specified

Voltage3.3V3.3V

LibrariesNeeds verificationNeeds verification

Price$0.10 - $0.50$0.20 - $1.00

Known Tradeoffs

TP4056

Breakout boards may use different pin labels or regulator choices
Clone modules can differ from the original datasheet part

MCP73831

Breakout boards may use different pin labels or regulator choices
Clone modules can differ from the original datasheet part

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TP4056

NanJing Top Power

Very common single-cell lithium battery linear charger used in low-cost charging modules.

China-madePower78% confidence

MCP73831

Microchip

Tiny single-cell Li-ion charger used in compact battery-powered boards.

China-madePower84% confidence