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Unreal size/weight to performance ratio, lives up to its claims. (my Anker Atom may travel less)
Loving this RAVpower charger so far. Bought with my own money and not sponsored or paid to post this either.
- Delivers on wattage/current.
- Awesome size for what it does.
- Feels durable, looks ok.
- FOLDING PRONGS ON THEIR COMPACT HI-CAP CHARGER (mind blown).
As noted in description, this unit arrives in a box with a plastic bag around it and nothing more.
No cables, no adapters, no extensions, etc. It does work with every USB-C cable I have tried with it. (Anker, RAVpower, AmazonBasics, Choetech, Aukey, Apple). PD works wonderfully and quickly also, no weirdness on unplug/replugs.
Now, prior to getting this charger my favorite was the Anker Atom PD1. That was a small 30w USB-C PD unit. It was tiny, and could charge all my gear (iPad Pro 11, iPhone XS Max & XR, and Macbook Pro 13 quad core).
But the Macbook 13 was not happy when I tried to charge it with the Atom PD1. The Atom PD1 sat there "thermally unimpressed" and was equally unhappy. I was all for torture testing the Atom PD1 until failure but those darn non-folding prongs irritated me.
Enter the RAVpower 61w USB-C PD Pioneer GaN. For a trivial increase in weight and volume, I can now charge *anything* in my bag at its full speed, and still don't have to worry about the adapter falling out of the outlet due to weight/size, and I barely notice the difference over the prior Anker. I also have a nice package for travel without silly non-folding prongs.
For those of you reading and wondering how this compares to Apples OEM chargers, yes it is smaller than their 60 and 30w units. I added some pics to help you gauge sizes, clockwise from top:
- Apple 87w
- Apple 29w
- Apple 61w
- Anker Atom 60w PowerPort PD2
- Anker Atom 30w PowerPort PD1
(RAVpower dead center of them all, and I assume you can identify them properly in the linear shot).
The RAVpower is thus far the best incarnation I have seen of GaN tech in these chargers and will become my "one charger" that goes everywhere with me now.
This is also my first RAVpower wall charger so far, I have been using it for about a week, and if anything changes count on me updating this review.
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THE PERFECT charger with minimum compromise
Got it today and too excited to even wait for tomorrow to write the review.
It lives up to the brand name of Ravpower. The matte finish is just as nice as the 60w-level variants which are smaller than this one, and you can tell this one is a premium product right out of the box. It’s definitely bigger than most GaN 60w-level, so is the weight, but still much more compact than the 87w Apple OEM MacBook charger. It’s somehow big, but not clumsy or gigantic at all.
Just to note, the 5ft C-C cable in the box is emark and capable of 100w PD, meaning you can use it for up to 90w with this charger, the rated maximum. And it has a small cable attached to it for convenient storage and management, which is SOOOO nice.
I’ve done some quick tests, and all turned out pretty positive:
1. Single output, at max 90w with the new MacBook Pro 16, without an issue, and it’s barely WARM, not even close to heat or hot;
2. Dual output at 65+15 no problem, both my Thinkpad X1 Carbon and S10+, although to clarify, first plug of the S10+ weirdly ended up enabling the 10w after a few minutes, but replugging the phone correctly enabled the 15w PD, no idea if just an exception;
3. Dual output 45+30-35, the second device being my iPad Pro 10.5 (2nd gen using the A10x chip), maxed my iPad but limited the laptop, thought it could be 60+30, guess too ideal;
To note, I use the Lenovo Thinkpad X1 Carbon gen7, Samsung S10+ and iPad Pro 10.5, the MacBook Pro is my friend’s. The MBP 16’’ charges at almost 1%/min, meaning 80min can juice up to 80% if you just leave it sleep charging without backgrounds.
SO, except for the fact that it’s not the most compact, which is too minor of an issue compared to its power and heat control ability, I think it’s fair to give it a 100% satisfaction rate.
What’s it meant for? Well, Anyone using a 60w-level laptop and/or using an iPad Pro+iPhone/ 25w-enabled Samsung, or other phones require 20w+ charging via PD, or even the Switch which also asks for 45w.
It’s priced for no compromise, and if you think you rock, then it won’t fail you.
Fingers crossed to see more surprises from Ravpower, good job again!
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Update Mar 11, 2020:
So a few more tries show that:
1. When 2 devices are connected, the Samsung S10+ will be deprioritized, reduced to 10w, no idea why Samsung and/or Ravpower do this, but this seems constant. Though to note, my S10+ is G9750, not the US variant, so may not be true to most of you guys;
2. I just got the Samsung S20. 25w is not compatible, unfortunately, but 15w is pretty perfect, and not compromised w/ 2 devices connected. This is the US varint, G981U1
The 20U is too expensive to go for, but I feel like the 45w might be supported. Anyone buying both plz try, quite curious abt it.
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Update Mar 21, 2020
Some further things you should know
1. When both laptop and iPad Pro are connected, the charger would be set as 60+12w, until the laptop is fully/stoping charging with a battery threshold setting. After that, it converts to 45+30w mode (sometimes it turns 45+12w, not sure what's the cause, seems unplugging and plugging the C-side of the L2C cable again is good). Not sure what happens if that's laptop+surface pro (or Switch, or other 45w-rated devices), as I don't have access to either. The rule SHOULD apply to iPad Air 3 and other 30w-enabled iPads (theoretically)
2. When you (un)plug a cable halfway, the charger would cut the power for the existing device and then redistribute the power supply.
3. As is found by other commenters, sometimes when your laptop is under heavy load, it may strangely DROP power supply, causing the battery to discharge rapidly. No idea whether it is up to the charger or the laptop's power management chip, but if you are a heavy user, this can be annoying. Though I use my X1C mainly plugged in recently, and rarely put a heavy load on it ( this was found during Windows updates), so I don't have many chances to test it out.
Small AND Powerful!
One of the things I did not really like about the OEM 87W Macbook Pro charger is that it only has 1 USB-C port. This RavPower 90W charger has 2 USB-C ports AND it's smaller vs the OEM Apple charger. What's not to like??? As you can see in the picture it is a little bit thicker but overall much smaller. I put it through a few tests, charging my laptop and mobile phone (Google Pixel 3) and both charged very quickly with no issues. I also charged up my iPad Pro with no issues. In a pinch this charger can even fit in my pocket!!!
This new charger will replace my OEM charger in my bag from now on!
Future proof powerful GaN charger
I've been invested in USB c charging, and got my hand on most the the newer GaN chargers that is available on the market. Let me tell you that this is yet the most powerful and intelligent charger out there that actually works
Check ouy the comparison pix, the Ravpower 90w charger is about the same dimensions as my older xiaomi 65w non-GaN charger. The higher wattages and dual ports ravpower is only a hair thicker than the 65w one. That's the beautiful of the GaN charging tech.
Also have a 61w Gan charger that is compact enough, but that limits to charging one device only, and I have a 65w 3 ports charger, that too also limiting me fast charge 2 devices only. The combination of using the ports in order for me to fast charge is more complicated and left something to be desired.
That led me to this 90w ravpower. It works just plain and simple. I could fast charge one device or both at the same time. Granted that I don't have any electronic that required more than 45w, but I like the idea that I could use the Ravpower to charge my Chromebook, which is required 45w, and my switch in dock mode, which is about 39.5w and still have more than enough to power the both at the same time.
I would like to mention, on top of all these wonderful things about this charger is that it actually came with a quality USB c charging cable. None of my prior GaN chargers came with one. So this is definitely another plus.
With the sturdy construction materials and the powerful high wattages, this charger can handle anything you could throw on it. This is the new charging standard and it's future proof, as we all know it PD delivery is the way to go, and devices only charge faster and faster.
Compact & Multiple PD port with fast charging
* You can charge MacBook Pro & Phone at the same time. Used it to charge MacBook Pro & Note 9 together.
* 2 PD charging ports.
* Comes with Type C to Type C cable which is around 1M and supports fast charging as well MacBook charging.
* Smaller in size if compares to Original MacBook charger. Weight is almost equal.
* Supports fast charging for Phone even you are using it along with MacBook charging at the same time.
* Very handy option for travel.
Unbelievably powerful charger!
The first thing I noticed, when I took it out of the box was how much it weighed. This RAVPower 90W two port charger is HEAVY! It's very solid, too. The transformers and inverters in this thing must be VERY substantial. I guess they would be, supplying up to 90 Watts, if needed. It's also an intelligent charger. It will automatically adjust the voltage and amperage output to the required level of the device you are charging. Having two ports, it can charge two devices at the same required levels, without dropping it by half, and without overheating, as some lesser chargers will do. Using USB-C connectors in this charger will reduce the chance of it being stolen. Not everyone has a USB-C to USB-C cord. This is an uncommon charger, both in design and function. It's a real keeper. Five stars.
Compact and powerful charger
I love this charger that RavPower made. It is very compact but does not lose a bit of performance. THe charge is so compact that the power plug folds into the body itself. I use it to charge my IPad which requires min of 18W charger. This charger can output total of 65W of power for both USB type A and USB Type C. THe Type C port does PowerDelivery (PD). I have a Lenovo laptop which supports to charge via USB Type C with min of 45W PD. I can charge my iPad and my laptop at the same time with full power output of the charger.
THis has quickly become part of my daily charger that I carry with my in my daypack that goes to work and my clients.
Charge two devices super fast while traveling
Great quality charger with a very good weight and portability. Retractable plugs to avoid poking any holes around. I charge both my iPhone and iPad or laptop at the same time. Super fast charging on all devices. Really well made quality product
One lightweight travel charger to rule them all?
Perhaps not quite, but this seems like it's going to be my go to travel charger. It has power to spare and simultaneously rapidly charges both my MacBook Air and iPhone 11, while running pretty cool. It weighs in at only ~3.8 oz, which is only ~0.4 oz more than Apple's stock 30 watt charger that ships with the 13 inch Air. It is virtually the same size as the Apple 30 watt unit having the same width and length and is only a tad (~1/8 inch) thicker, despite having twice the power. I don't have a power meter but so far based on the time to charge my laptop it seems to be delivering on its specs. Interestingly, this charger is not yet listed on the Ravpower website. Ravpower sells another 61 watt dual unit, which these days is quite a bit discounted on Amazon, but that is considerably bigger and weighs a bit more.
2 Port PD & Smart USB for MacBook and phone
* Half the size of MacBook charger and charge at the same speed.
* Fast charging for the phone alongside your MacBook.
* Very handy for travel and to carry in your laptop bag.
* Max 65W charger.
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