8S vs 6S — Is the Extra Voltage Worth It?

Published at : 23 Dec 2025

Special thanks to SEQURE for providing the parts used in this build for free. I upgraded my favorite freestyle FPV drone to a full 8S setup – brand new motors, new stack, and a whole new level of power.
⭐️My 1st Year FPV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iPV5ksKJWZI&list=PLaElUX6GnLAVT-mv8G91zTR3D_pYFucx_

00:00 Intro
00:15 Unboxing
03:08 What is the plan?
03:49 What does an 8S build look like?
05:55 4S + 4S = 8S?
07:20 Test flights: 8S vs. 6S

_Disclaimer: This video features products (Stack, Motors, Receiver) that were provided for free by SEQURE. All opinions are my own._
Advertisement / Affiliate Links (Amazon, AliExpress, Banggood) – As an Amazon Associate and participant in other affiliate programs I earn from qualifying purchases.

📊 All my quads with build links, coupon codes & more can be found here: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1EaUGR1q9iuzoooFPb6UfTX9WquzugkxsbRi2mEmfYac/edit?usp=sharing

*8S Build Specs:*
* Sequre 8S 2207 motors: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olI31Rv) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/G3mZgzn8c5?title=sequre)
* Sequre H7 flight controller + 60A ESC stack: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omLjdV9
* Sequre Stack with MPU6000 Gyro: (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/GKvS0MnZWg)
* Sequre Dual ExpressLRS RX: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onIOV5l
* 8S-capable LiPo battery: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ooDQ1Yb
* 4S to 8S Adapter: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oCmgTWB
* GEPRC Mark5 Pro O3: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_ooKdHZ9
* DJI O3: https://amzn.to/3X8est9

*6S Build:*
- GEPRC Mark5 DC Pro O3: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEryxOF) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/D339By3yYO)
- T-Motor Velox V3 motors (2050KV): (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oFMnEBZ) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/vGDS6YDRyu)
- SpeedBee F405 V4 flight controller with 55A ESC: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omaXHsR) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/vK38gYKyWv)
- DJI O3: https://amzn.to/3X8est9
- CNHL 6S batteries (1100mAh): (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opdeFdD) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/KDK9gYKhWd)
- Hurricane 51433 Galaxy props: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_olUsuVH) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/DGm9BhGyJJ)
- Receiver: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_omSHTqT) (https://www.banggood.com/custlink/DDv96yDYcn)
- GEPRC O3 Antenna mount STL: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6250778
- DJI Integra: https://amzn.to/42ZSAE7

*Accessories:*
* DJI Goggles: https://amzn.to/4bOVJce
- Best DJI Goggles Face Mask: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onNegLp
* Remote Control: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_okUoaw9
* Analog Goggles: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oD4jSTt
* Battery Charger: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_onvsn3H

*Soldering:*
- Best Beginner Soldering Iron: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_op8r482
* Soldering Station: https://amzn.to/42WmHfu
* Silicone mat: (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_oEit3cH) (https://amzn.to/4kbFl9C)
* Flux: https://amzn.to/4hKVXU7

*Tools:*
* Electric Screwdriver: (https://amzn.to/3QnGnS4) (https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_on7M1L3)
* SmokeStopper: https://s.click.aliexpres.com/e/_oD7E18z
* Wire Stripper: https://amzn.to/3EKUCOu

*My Setup:*
* PC: https://amzn.to/40X5JuV
* Camera 1: https://amzn.to/3QkxM2E
* Camera 2: https://amzn.to/42d3AgF
* Monitor: https://amzn.to/4gGToRx
* LEDs: https://amzn.to/40XLoWq

*Documentation:*
- AM32 Project: http://am32.ca
- AM32 Source Code: https://github.com/am32-firmware/am32

👉 5-INCH Build: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zj90LK8XR68&list=PLaElUX6GnLAUnyGrBYIrLdkcQJ_lCYCbt&index=3

*Music:*
Song: jeonghyeon, Wwings - Feelings Fade
Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds
Free Download/Stream: http://ncs.io/FeelingsFade
Watch: http://ncs.lnk.to/FeelingsFadeAT/youtube

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