Compact and versatile picks from Aukey, Ugreen, and Acefast
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This simple, four-port wall charger offers three separate USB-C ports and one powerful USB-A.
The C1 port, when used alone, can deliver a whopping 160 watts of power-delivery-certified juice.
The power is also quite reliable and consistent.
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Some devicesespecially those with internal smart charging techwont always play nicely with Apple devices.
In this case, the Nexode Pro 160W was reliably the only charger I needed in my backpack.
The Nexode Pro’s GaNInfinity Chip is a truly rock-solid charging platform in testing.
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Id also like to see one or two more USB-A ports available in the larger format Nexode Pros.
But overall, this charging station is an excellent pick for most users.
Though it doesn’t fold, this 3-in-1 charger is perfectly compact for nightstands or smaller desks.
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We saw the cooling performance in action during our time with this station.
The iPhone we use was always cool to the touch, and the fan noise was pleasantly minimal.
With a cool design and excellent performance for the price, the Z4 is a great choice.
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This approach isnt unique because many GaN chargers automatically shift wattages based on whats plugged in.
Its see-through panel on the front and bright color display make it a beautiful machine aesthetically.
Many publications opt to test chargers using high-end voltage detectors and stress testers.
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While I dont have those devices, I take a stab at take a rigid, repeatable approach.
I also used simple thermal imaging to ensure the devices werent getting significantly hotter than expected.
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