Anker PowerCore 13000 Power Bank - Compact 13000mAh 2-Port Ultra Portable Phone Charger with PowerIQ and VoltageBoost Technology for New Airpods, iPhone X/ 8/ 8 Plus, iPad, Samsung Galaxy

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You need power for your phone: The 3,000mAh battery inside is plenty to keep your Apple Watch going, but that isn't enough power to get you even halfway charged on an iPhone 15, and even less on bigger phones.

Some of our readers may know already that the Anker PowerCore 10000 has been one of our most highly recommended portable chargers and also took the runner-up spot in our list of best power banks in 2019. A recent upgrade of this beloved unit has since been released by Anker, called the Anker PowerCore 13000 Portable Charger. Let’s take a look at it in this review. Design & Portability Apple doesn't publish its battery capacity, but teardowns have shown that the iPhone 15 has a battery with around 3,350mAh of battery life. That means a 10KmAh battery can charge that phone twice ... almost. You may not get to 100% the second charge, but you'll be in the 90% range. Capacity:Think of capacity as the energy reservoir of your power bank. The higher the mAh (milliampere-hour), the more power it can store. So, choose a power bank with a capacity that suits your charging needs and can juice up multiple devices.

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On the bottom of the device are three USB ports. One is a micro-USB that is reserved for charging the PowerCore 13000. The other two are USB-A ports. These are what you use to charge your gadgets and gizmos. And yes, you can use both USB-A ports at the same time.

We expect this competition will heat up next year as more power bank makers catch up and make faster charging batteries. Until then, Anker is the dominant brand, and if you want the best it's an easy choice. How many times can my power bank charge my phone? Not compatible with the iPod nano, iPod Classic; Not for devices with an input below 50mA (e.g. some Bluetooth headsets and GPS devices). Enough power to keep you going for days. Charge an iPhone 8 almost 5 times, an iPhone X or Samsung Galaxy S8 3 times or an iPad Air 2 once. If you have a newer Android phone, or the latest iPhone 15 models, you'll want a power bank with faster charging speeds to get your battery full faster. Charging speed is measured in wattage, and the iPhone 15 can charge just a bit faster than 15W, while the Galaxy S23 Ultra can charge up to 45W.

This is done via a micro-USB charging cable, which is included with the power bank. You will have to provide your own wall charger, though. What Is the Best Anker Power Bank?

But if you want to charge a laptop, for example, you’ll need something a bit more powerful. The Anker PowerCore 26800 would likely be the better fit. It, too, is reasonably priced, putting it in the “best” category by a fair margin. To test charging times and claims, we charged a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and an Apple iPhone 15 to determine how many charges each battery offers these devices. We chose a common smaller battery phone as well as our best phone overall for this purpose. Surge protection, short circuit prevention and premium LG battery cells keep you and your devices safe. This feature alone makes this power bank a great companion for trips in the car with your family. You won’t have to worry about siblings fighting over who gets to charge their device first. Everybody on our gift list who got a new iPhone is going to get an Anker Nano Power Bank (22.5W) this year. This cute little charger is perfectly sized to sit beneath your favorite smartphone, plugged into the USB-C port with a little plug that opens out or hides away for a sleek look.But if your job simply requires you to use your smartphone throughout the day, or you’re planning a trip that doesn’t include bringing along your laptop, the PowerCore 13000 should serve you nicely. Plus, you’ll save some money, too. Are Anker Power Banks Allowed on Planes? We have tested the best power banks by using them to charge a variety of devices, including Apple iPhone, Google Pixel, and Samsung Galaxy phones. We have also charged Apple iPad tablets, and small laptops including a Pixelbook Go and a Surface Laptop Go. The best power banks we have tried have all come from Anker, but that doesn't mean Anker is the only brand you should consider. All of the power banks on this list passed our testing, traveling with us on the road and powering our devices at home. Anker is the best, but these batteries from Baseus and Otterbox performed well. The Anker Prime series of Power Banks, including the Anker Prime 27,650mAh Power Bank (250W) and the Anker Prime 20,000mAh Power Bank (200W), are for people who truly love to geek out on power banks. If you came looking for the absolute best power bank you can buy, this is the best we've tried. When it comes to purchasing a power bank, there are a few important factors to consider. Let's dive into them:

Charging is fast and efficient on the PowerCore 13000. Most iPhones and comparable smartphones that are completely drained will charge to 50% in 30 minutes to an hour. Lesser devices obviously charge faster, while higher-end models take a bit longer. PowerIQ ensures intelligent high-speed charging for all your devices and VoltageBoost prevents cable resistance from slowing your charging speeds.

Maybe you need to stay in touch with your clients or your company. Having a dependable power bank is an absolute must. And the PowerCore 13000 is just the device for your needs. The 13000mAh is enough to charge most moderately sized tablets. An iPad Air can be charged fully once, a Samsung Galaxy tab 3 can be charged nearly twice, or a Nexus 7 tablet can be charged fully twice. The Anker PowerCore 13000 is also compatible with a USB-C 12 inch Macbook, which it can charge to an impressive 60% batterystatus. You do need to use your own USB-C cable to charge the Macbook with, as it is not included with the power bank.