High Energy density: 272-296 Wh/kg
Tesla's 4680-type battery cell weight was 355 g. The estimated total capacity is 26.136 Ah, while total energy is estimated at 96-99 Wh (assuming at 3.7-3.8 V). That would be in-line with the rumor about 98 Wh capacity.
The energy density of the cell is estimated then at 272-296 Wh/kg, which is very good and basically comparable to the best cells on the market.
High Capacity:
26.5Ah (estimate based on 21700 5Ah volumetric energy density). Larger individual capacity means fewer cells needed in the whole battery pack, which can effectively reduce the proportion of metal cases of cells in the battery pack, reduce the number of welds, etc., effectively reducing costs.
Battery pack power output increase:
The 4680 battery innovatively adopts the all-ear technology to widen the current path of the battery, significantly reduce the internal resistance, and consequently reduce the internal loss (the internal loss power of the battery is proportional to the square of the internal resistance), thus significantly increasing the battery power (6 times than the 2170 battery).
Improved battery pack safety:
The 4680 battery's full lug structure increases heat transfer channels, greatly improving heat dissipation (only 20% of traditional cylindrical batteries) and enhancing the thermal stability of the battery, thus improving the safety of the battery pack.