Your USB-C devices deserve a power bank that can provide the proper 3-amp output, but pickin's are slim — even at this stage of the game.
There are a plethora of power banks with Quick Charge 2.0 technology inside, allowing many current smartphones to power-up significantly faster than the norm, but even that's not enough for what's in store for 2016. As devices continue to adopt USB-C as the new standard, the selection of compatible power banks that can push 3 amps is still minimal. We've dug-up a couple available options that will definitely meet your need for USB-C speeds.
RAVPower 20100mAh Battery Pack
Not only does this power bank from RAVPower pack an impressive 20100mAh capacity for its compact size, it also comes loaded with a USB-C input/output as well as support for Qualcomm Quick Charge 2.0 and the newer 3.0 technology. On the front you'll find a Micro-USB input, a USB-C input/output that supports a max of 3 amps, a green-coated Quick Charge 2.0/3.0 output, and a standard 2.4-amp USB output for all other devices.
Since this USB-C power bank comes with multiple options for charging your smartphones and tablets, it also features safe-circuit protection in case of a short-circuit or an overload to protect each connected device. On top of the power bank is a power button next to 4 LED's that indicate how much life remains. Included are two flat-style Micro-USB cables, but unfortunately no USB-C cables. For an excellent portable battery that's capable of rapid-charging your USB-C devices and is also Quick Charge-compatible, the RAVPower is home run.
Anker PowerCore+ 20100
The slimmer option that holds the same 20100mAh capacity is Anker's PowerCore+. This power bank features two USB ports that push a maximum of 6A, providing 2.4 amps per port when connected to non-USB-C devices or 3 amps per port when charging USB-C devices. The PowerPort+ doesn't support any kind of Quick Charge technology, but Anker has still integrated their smart-charging PowerIQ and VoltageBoost technologies to get the fastest charge on each port.
Keeping each connected device safe is a MultiProtect Safety System that features surge protection and short circuit protection. Included with the PowerCore+ is a 24-inch USB-C to USB cable for charging the power bank and a handy travel pouch. Even though this power bank is capable of charging most smartphones and tablets at a reasonable 2.4 amps, it's best-suited for those with USB-C devices that can accept its full potential of 3 amps per port.
What USB-C power banks are you currently using?
These are only a couple USB-C power banks that have proven themselves to truly offer a rapid 3-amp charge, but if you're using one that's worth noting feel free to mention it!
Reader comments
Charge up your USB-C phones and tablets in a hurry with these USB-C power banks
I just bought a quick charge 2.0 battery,but time to upgrade once I get a 6P. I like the RAVpower one, but bigger than I need, so hate to pay for all that capacity and carry it around.
If it's anything like my Anker, it just means you won't need to charge the your portable battery as much. I have a 16k mAh model and it charges my (soon to be old) M8 about 5 to 6 times before it was fully depleted.
I'm a big fan of Anker accessories. They haven't let me down with the powerbanks. Choetech is decent as well for options.
just added the top one to my wish list
Any suggestions on a charge station/hub with USB C and USB A ports that plugs into the wall?
My only concern with the Anker (which isn't like them if this is the case) is the Type C to USB cable. If it's designed to specs, it shouldn't allow anything more than 2.4 amps to travel over it.
I've been keeping an eye on the RAVPower charger, but it's only gone up in price over the past few months. Used to be $45 not too long ago.
Would these also charge something like the Chromebook Pixel, or any other laptop with USB Type C charging?
I don't see why it wouldn't, it'll charge as fast as the standards will allow. That being said, not sure if it's enough to keep a Pixel up and running and increasing the battery life. It might just be enough to keep it on for usage.
I bought the ravpower one and while I do like it, it does not charge my 6P at the full 3A speed. I've never seen it get up past 2A, as reported by Ampere.
that being said, it is still a really solid product and I do recommend it. The versatility of being able to charge it with either USB C or microUSB is a big advantage over the Anker product.
Several owners on Amazon report that they do get rapid charging on their 6P. Maybe, you are not following the proper procedure. Check it out further. Good luck.
Would be nice to have something with smaller capacity for USB-C I think
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I would just love to have a USB-C Car charger for my nexus 5x
http://www.amazon.com/Vinsic®-Charger-Adapter-Standard-Outputs/dp/B014F2NQ36/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1453427709&sr=8-3&keywords=Vinsic&m1k=d_ac&m2k=d_ac&tag=androidcentralb-20&ascsubtag=UUacUdUcU1543186
I have the miniature version of the Anker power bank and love it. Small has a big enough charge to power the 6p about 3 times over or close to I believe.
Just a quick question but is there a micro USB to USB type c adapter?
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Just a quick question but is there a micro USB to USB type c adapter?
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I'm using a similar Anker power bank as pictured the powercore+ 10050 and it works great. Mine is a quick charge 2.0 version but this companies products have never been dissapointing purchases.
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I might just snag one of these, even though I don't have any USB C devices, and I have about seven external batteries already. When calculating how many times you can charge your devices, keep in mind that the output of battery packs is typically 60 to 70% of their rated capacity. So a good 20,100 mAh battery will output 14,070 mAh to the ports before it shuts down. This is so the battery does not discharge completely and get low enough to damage itself. There are also efficiency losses included in that. Charging the typical phone, you will need to feed it 96% of the phone's rated battery capacity to charge the phone from 0 to 100%. This applies to both Android and IOS devices. However, most people charge their device before it gets completely dead, and would consider a 40 to 100% fill up as one charge.
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I actually just bought a "MobilePal Gen-2 10000mAh Qi Wireless Power Bank" yesterday with a s-view case for my note 4 and I can actually use it as a regular power bank or as a wireless charger that works without having to plug the power bank in at all. Best purchase I've made all year. Lol
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I like the power bank ideal; but my quick charge doesn't hold charge
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