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In order not to be left with a discharged laptop when there is no electricity, you need a powerful rower bank. In our material, we have collected external batteries that will help to charge the laptop, and not only that.

Before proceeding to the list of models, let’s understand some nuances.

1. External batteries work best with laptops that can be charged from a USB Type-C connector. If you have such a laptop, most likely it will work perfectly from rower bank.

2. The maximum power output of the external battery must be equal to or greater than the power of the laptop charger. For gaming laptops with powerful video cards and processors, in which the power supply units produce a power of 100 W, it will be difficult to choose the right charger, because the choice of such models is limited.

3. It is most efficient to charge the laptop when it is turned off or at least in sleep mode. If the laptop is actively used while charging, most of the charge will be spent on maintaining power and the charging time will increase.

4. If you are the owner of a laptop without support for charging via a USB Type-C port or your laptop does not have it at all, you need to buy a special cable and adapter for the power connector.

There are many and different types of such cables: there are those with the necessary adapter, and there are those with a connector to which you need to connect the appropriate adapter. Unfortunately, laptop manufacturers do not produce original adapters, so you have to buy Chinese counterparts. At the same time, it is important to understand that a poor-quality adapter can harm your laptop.

Baseus Amblight Digital Display Quick Charge 65W 30000mAh Black

The capacity of Baseus Amblight Digital Display Quick Charge 65W 30000mAh Black (PPLG-A01) is 30000 mAh, and the maximum power is 65 W. This is enough to charge not only tablets and smartphones, even simultaneously, but also laptops.

This external battery has many connectors: four USB Type-A, two USB Type-C and one micro-USB.

Fast charging is supported by:

• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3A), maximum power 60 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3.25A) for input and output, maximum power 65 W;
• USB Type-A (5V 4.5A (SCP); 4.5V 5A (SCP); 5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 2.5A; 20V 1.5A), maximum power 30 W;
• micro-USB (5V 2A; 9V 2A; 12V 1.5A) output, maximum power 18 W.

The other three USB Type-A supports only 5V 3A, their maximum power is 15W.

To charge a laptop or other powerful equipment, use the second USB Type-C — only it can output 65 W, or the first USB Type-C, which outputs 60 W.

The model is available in black and white.

Pluses: many connectors, a wide range of charging modes, power 65 W.

Cons: the image on the display is difficult to see.

ZMI No. 20 Model 25000 mAh 210W Backup Battery

ZMI No. 20 Model 25000 mAh 210W Backup Battery (QB826G) is suitable for those who want to simultaneously charge two laptops, or a laptop and a tablet or smartphone.

Note that 210 W is not the power value for one connector, it is the sum of the power of all ports working simultaneously. And this power bank has three of them: two USB Type-C and one USB Type-A. Not much by today’s standards, but enough for most users.

All three connectors support fast charging:

• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 5A), maximum power 100 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 5A), maximum power 100 W;
• USB Type-A (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 2.25A), maximum power 45 W.

The battery capacity is 25,000 mAh, which is equal to 91.7 W⋅h. To understand how many times ZMI No. 20 Model 25000 mAh 210W Backup Battery will be able to charge your laptop, you need to know the capacity of the laptop battery. The power parameters of the model are indicated on the information stickers on the bottom of the laptop and on the charger unit.

Budget notebooks usually have a battery capacity of 31-45 Wh, so this external battery will be able to charge it twice.

Pluses: high performance indicators, compact dimensions and light weight.

Cons: the claimed maximum power of 210 W is not available on one port.

Baseus Adaman Metal Digital Display Quick Charge Power Bank 65W 20000mAh Black

Baseus Adaman Metal Digital Display Quick Charge Power Bank 65W 20000mAh Black (PPIMDA-D01) is another excellent power bank from a well-known manufacturer. The model has a power of 65 W, a capacity of 2000 mAh and four ports: two USB Type-A, one USB Type-C and one micro-USB.

Output port parameters:

• USB Type-A (5V 4.5A (SCP); 4.5V 5A (SCP); 5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 2.5A), maximum power 30 W;
• USB Type-A (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 2.5A), maximum power 30 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3.25A), maximum power 65 W.

To charge the power bank itself, you can use micro-USB (5V 2A; 9V 2A) with a maximum power of 18 W or USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3A) with a maximum power of 60 W.

Due to the fact that the model has only one USB Type-C port, we can conclude that such an external battery is more designed for charging smartphones and tablets. But a port with a power of 65 W will be quite enough for most modern laptops without a discrete video card.

Pluses: support for many charging modes.

Cons: one USB Type-C.

Baseus Elf Digital Display 65W 20000mAh Black

Baseus Elf Digital Display 65W 20000mAh Black (PPJL000001) is a universal charger for most gadgets. The model has a capacity of 20,000 mAh and a power of 65 W.

This power bank has four ports: two USB Type-A and two USB Type-C, one of which is made in the form of a cable, which is very convenient. Both USB Type-C ports support not only device charging, but also the actual external battery.

Output port parameters:

• USB Type-A (4.5V 5A(SCP); 5V 4.5A(SCP); 5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 2.5A), maximum power 30 W;
• USB Type-A (4.5V 5A(SCP); 5V 4.5A(SCP); 5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 2.5A), maximum power 30 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3.25A), maximum power 65 W;
• USB Type-C with cable (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3.25A), maximum power 65 W.

You can charge the external battery using the USB Type-C and USB Type-C ports with a cable.

Important point: the charging speed and charging parameters of these ports are the same for both charging devices and external battery. And if you charge two devices at the same time using the USB Type-C and USB Type-C ports with a cable, the maximum power will be 20 W + 45 W.

Pluses: built-in USB Type-C with cable, many connectors.

Cons: none

ZMI 10 Pro Power Bank 20000mah 65W Blue

ZMI 10 Pro Power Bank 20000mah 65W Blue (QB823) is a powerful and compact power bank from the Xiaomi sub-brand that can easily charge a laptop. The model is made in a compact case and is equipped with three ports: two USB Type-A and one USB Type-C).

Output port options:

• USB Type-A (5V 2.4A; 9V 2A; 12V 1.5A), maximum power 18 W;
• USB Type-A (5V 3A), maximum power 15 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 3.25A), maximum power 65 W.

Only USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 2.25A) with a maximum power of 45W is used for charging the ZMI 10 Pro Power Bank 20000mah 65W Blue.

Although such an external battery cannot be called universal, these connectors and power will be enough for most consumers.

Pluses: compact body.

Cons: weak indicators of fast discharge on USB Type-A ports, slow charging speed of the power bank itself.

Xiaomi Mi 50w Power Bank 20000mAh Black

Xiaomi Mi 50w Power Bank 20000mAh Black (BHR5121GL) is an external battery with a capacity of 20000 mAh and a power of 50 W. The model is equipped with two USB Type-A ports and one USB Type-C, which can both charge and receive.

Output port options:

• USB Type-A (5V 3A; 9V 2.23A; 12V 1.67A; 10V 2.25A), maximum power 22.5 W;
• USB Type-A (5V 3A), maximum power 15 W;
• USB Type-C (5V 3A; 9V 3A; 10V 5A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 2A), maximum power 40 W.

When choosing this model, note that its power is enough for a laptop that needs no more than 40 W for charging. It will not be able to charge more powerful models.

The Xiaomi Mi 50w Power Bank 20000mAh Black is charged using a USB Type-C port with 5V 3A parameters; 9V 3A; 12V 3A; 15V 3A; 20V 2.25A and a maximum power of 45 W.

Pluses: a device from a well-known manufacturer.

Cons: the maximum power is only 40 W.

Allpowers 41600 mAh with a 220V outlet

Allpowers 41600 mAh is no longer just an external battery, but a real charging station with two sockets, two USB Type-A ports, a USB Type-C port and wireless charging.

The capacity of the model is 41600 mAh, and the maximum power is 150 W. The parameters correspond to the capacity: the size is 200x170x50 mm, and the weight is 1.35 kg.

Although this device can hardly be called compact, the battery has a large capacity, and any devices with a power of up to 150 W can be connected to it.

So, Allpowers 41600 mAh can charge laptops, tablets, smartphones, quadcopter chargers and other gadgets. But it will not be possible to use it to power a refrigerator, TV or electric kettle.

Pluses: two full sockets, the ability to connect devices with a power of up to 150 W, a large and informative display.

Cons: no carrying handle.

EcoFlow RIVER

EcoFlow RIVER is a charging station that can charge a smartphone 21 times, a MacBook Air 5 times with a 49.9 W⋅h battery, and a GoPro action camera 33 times.

With this charging station:

• you can use a 1200 W electric stove for 20 minutes;
• a 150 W refrigerator will be able to work for 1.5-3 hours;
• 110 W TV — 2-4 hours;
• 10 W LED bulb — 25 hours.

To connect devices, there are:

• two sockets (230V alternating current) for connecting devices with a power of 600 W, at the peak the power can reach 1200 W;
• car charger;
• two USB Type-A (5V 2.4A) with a power of 12 W;
• one USB Type-A (5V 2.4A; 9V 2A; 12V 1.5A) with a power of 18 W;
• USB Type-C with a power of 100 W;
• two DC5521 outputs (3.6V DC 3A);
• car output device (power 136W; 13.6V DC 10A).

EcoFlow RIVER is a truly universal device for all occasions, dimensions 288 x 185 x 194 mm, and weight 5 kg.

The model supports several charging methods:

• with the help of a 220V outlet, it will charge in 1.5 hours;
• with the help of a car adapter in 3 hours;
• with the help of two solar panels of 110 W for 1.6-3 hours in sunny weather.

Pluses: high power, many connectors for charging, the presence of two full-fledged sockets.

Cons: price.

EcoFlow RIVER Max

EcoFlow RIVER Max is a twice as powerful version of the EcoFlow RIVER charging station. It can charge a smartphone 42 times, a MacBook Air with a 49.9 Wh battery 10 times, and a GoPro action camera 66 times.

With this charging station:

• you can use a 1200 W electric stove for 40 minutes;
• a 150 W refrigerator will be able to work for 3-6 hours;
• 110 W TV — 4-6 hours;
• 10 W LED bulb — 50 hours.

To connect devices, there are:

• two sockets (230V alternating current) for connecting devices with a power of 600 W, at the peak the power can reach 1200 W;
• car charger;
• two USB Type-A (5V 2.4A) with a power of 12 W;
• one USB Type-A (5V 2.4A; 9V 2A; 12V 1.5A) with a power of 18 W;
• USB Type-C with a power of 100 W;
• two DC5521 outputs (3.6V DC 3A);
• car output device (power 136W; 13.6V DC 10A).

EcoFlow RIVER Max is a device for all occasions, its dimensions are 289 x 184 x 235 mm, and its weight is 7.7 kg.

The model supports several charging methods:

• with the help of a 220V outlet, it will charge in 1.6 hours;
• with the help of a car adapter in 6.5 hours;
• with the help of two solar panels of 110 W for 3-6 hours in sunny weather.

Yes, the model has large dimensions, but it also has a high capacity, thanks to which it is able to charge the necessary devices for a long time.

Pluses: even more power than EcoFlow RIVER, the presence of two sockets.

Cons: price.

EcoFlow RIVER Pro

EcoFlow RIVER Pro is the most powerful version of the EcoFlow charging station of the RIVER family, which is capable of charging a smartphone 58 times, a MacBook Air with a 49.9 Wh battery 13 times, and a GoPro action camera 83 times.

With this charging station:

• you can use a 1200 W electric stove for 50 minutes;
• a 150 W refrigerator will be able to work for 4-8 hours;
• 110 W TV — 5-10 hours;
• 10 W LED bulb — 64 hours.

To connect devices, there are:

• two sockets (230V alternating current) for connecting devices with a power of 600 W at the peak, the power can reach 1200 W;
• car charger;
• two USB Type-A (5V 2.4A) with a power of 12 W;
• one USB Type-A (5V 2.4A; 9V 2A; 12V 1.5A) with a power of 18 W;
• USB Type-C with a power of 100 W;
• two DC5521 outputs (3.6V DC 3A);
• car output device (power 136W; 13.6V DC 10A).

EcoFlow RIVER Pro is the flagship station of this line, it is interesting for those who are not ready to make compromises. Its dimensions are 289 x 180 x 235 mm, weight 7.6 kg.

The model supports several charging methods:

• with the help of a 220V outlet, it will charge in 1.6 hours;
• with the help of a car adapter in 8 hours;
• with the help of two solar panels of 110 W for 4-8 hours in sunny weather.

Pluses: high power and good device charging capabilities, the presence of two sockets.

Cons: price.

For more information about external batteries and how to choose the right one, read our special article.

We hope that everyone will find their ideal power bank or charging station in this list, and we wish you successful purchases from Hotline!

Author: Vitaly Matvienko