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Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 vs Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD: Comparison

What is the difference between MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 and PowerCore Essential 20000 PD?

These two are close on paper, and capacity mah is the only measure that separates them at all: MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 10000 mAh against PowerCore Essential 20000 PD 20000 mAh. They differ on display type too, None on the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 versus No on the PowerCore Essential 20000 PD. Length is not the same on both, 104 mm on the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 versus 162.1 mm on the PowerCore Essential 20000 PD. There is a split on width as well, 70.6 mm on the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 versus 73.9 mm on the PowerCore Essential 20000 PD. There is a split on thickness as well, 14.7 mm on the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 versus 24.9 mm on the PowerCore Essential 20000 PD.

MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 vs PowerCore Essential 20000 PD: which one fits your build

The MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 suits MagSafe iPhone users wanting a no-frills slim magnetic bank, though it is the wrong buy for users wanting a kickstand or display and Android users without a Qi2 case. The PowerCore Essential 20000 PD is the one to take for long trips needing large backup capacity and USB-C PD device owners on a budget, though it is not the pick for fast modern charging speeds and laptop charging.

What MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 and PowerCore Essential 20000 PD have in common

Where they agree, they agree completely, output port count, usb-c port count, ac outlet, built-in cable and laptop charging 60w+ included, so the decision does not turn on any of those.

Frequently asked questions

Do the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 and PowerCore Essential 20000 PD differ on single port max output?

Yes. Single Port Max Output reads 30W on the MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 versus 18W on the PowerCore Essential 20000 PD.

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    Anker
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    Anker
  • Capacity mAh

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    10000 mAh
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    20000 mAhBest
  • Single Port Max Output

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    30W (USB-C)
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    18W (USB-C PD, 9V/2A or 15V/1.2A)
  • Max Output With All Ports

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    30W Max
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    15W (5V/3A combined)
  • Output Port Count

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    1 ports
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    1 ports
  • USB-C Port Count

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    1 ports
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    1 ports
  • AC Outlet

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    No
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    No
  • Built-in Cable

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    No
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    No
  • Recharge Input Power

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    30W Max (USB-C)
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    18W Max (5V/3A, 9V/2A, 15V/1.2A)
  • Display Type

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    None
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    No
  • Weight

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    215.9 g
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    12.2 gBest
  • Length

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    104 mm
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    162.1 mm
  • Width

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    70.6 mm
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    73.9 mm
  • Thickness

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    14.7 mm
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    24.9 mm
  • Laptop Charging 60W+

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    No
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    No
  • Dimensions

    Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664
    4.09 x 2.78 x 0.58 in (104 x 70.6 x 14.7 mm)
    Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    6.38 x 2.91 x 0.98 in

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Anker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAnker MagGo Power Bank 10K Slim A1664Anker PowerCore Essential 20000 PD
    Anker Store

    $79.86

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    Disclaimer: The price and specification of the given product may differ from the actual product. Please confirm on the retailer's website before buying.

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