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Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 vs Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3: Comparison

Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 vs Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3: the capacity mah difference

Expect a near tie. The closest thing to a difference is capacity mah, Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 10000 mAh against Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3 20000 mAh. They differ on built-in cable too, Retractable USB-C on the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 versus No on the Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3. There is a split on recharge input power as well, 30W Max on the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 versus 18 W on the Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3. Length is not the same on both, 81.5 mm on the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 versus 118.0 mm on the Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3. Width is not the same on both, 50.5 mm on the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 versus 69.0 mm on the Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3.

Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 vs Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3: which one fits your build

Buy the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 for travelers who forget cables and fast-charging phones on the go, though it is the wrong buy for laptop charging and wireless charging users. The Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3 is the one to take for high-capacity outdoor and travel backup and multi-device USB-C charging, though it is not built for laptop charging (60W+) and wireless charging needs.

Where the two are identical

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

Frequently asked questions

Do the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 and Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3 differ on single port max output?

Yes. Single Port Max Output reads 45W on the Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 versus 22.5 W on the Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3.

Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 (Built-In Retractable USB-C)
Anker
Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638

$59.99

Anker Store

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Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3 (20,000mAh/Carbon Fiber/IPX5 Ultralight Power Bank)
Nitecore
Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3

Specs and benchmarks

  • Brand

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    Anker
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    Nitecore

  • Capacity mAh

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    10000 mAh
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    20000 mAhBest

  • Single Port Max Output

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    45W (USB-C port/cable)
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    22.5 W

  • Max Output With All Ports

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    45W Max
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    15 W

  • Output Port Count

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    1 ports
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    2 ports

  • USB-C Port Count

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    2 ports
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    2 ports

  • AC Outlet

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    No
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    No

  • Built-in Cable

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    Retractable USB-C
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    No

  • Recharge Input Power

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    30W Max (USB-C)
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    18 W

  • Passthrough Charging

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    Yes
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    Yes

  • Weight

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    231 gBest
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    291 g

  • Length

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    81.5 mm
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    118.0 mm

  • Width

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    50.5 mm
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    69.0 mm

  • Thickness

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    36.1 mm
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    21.5 mm

  • Laptop Charging 60W+

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    No
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    No

  • Charging Standard

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    PD 3.0
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    USB Power Delivery (PD)

  • Dimensions

    Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638
    3.21 x 1.99 x 1.42 in
    Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    118.0 x 69.0 x 21.5mm

    Which one should you pick?

    Choose Anker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Choose Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3 if you already have it on hand or find it at a lower price.

    Price comparison

    RetailerAnker Nano Power Bank 10K 45W A1638Nitecore NB20000 Gen 3
    Anker Store

    $59.99

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    Nitecore StoreView on Nitecore Store

    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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