Gone are the days when power banks were only used to charge smartphones. The advent of technology means power banks can charge USB-C laptops like the Apple MacBook Pro. One of the main advantages of this method is that you can charge your laptop almost anywhere, whether you’re on the bus or on the plane.
However, not all power banks are compatible with the Apple MacBook Pro. You will need one with a USB-C Power Delivery port to supply the right amount of power. At the same time, the power bank needs to have enough power to power your laptop and then leave a small amount of power for your smartphone.
Depending on your laptop brand, your Mac can run between 60W and 100W. That’s why it’s best to check the make of your MacBook before hitting the buy button.
We’ve done the leg work and compiled a small list of power banks for the MacBook Pro.
Let’s check them out. But before we get to them,
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1. Easylonger 26800mAh Portable Charger
Easylonger 26800mAh Portable Charger
The Easylonger power bank is a massive 26,800mAh power bank and comes with a 100W USB-C port. That power is good enough to charge a 16-inch Macbook Pro. Apart from the USB-C port, it also combines two USB-A 3.0 ports for powering smartphones and other peripherals.
If you have a 16-inch MacBook Pro, the power bank is not enough to provide a full charge. However, a fully charged power bank can charge up to 80%. All you need to provide is to buy a compatible USB-C cable to bridge the MacBook and the power bank.
Easylonger power bank also supports faster charging and takes about 3 hours to charge.
Despite the somewhat steep pricing, it’s not the most durable power bank on the market. While Apple does a good job of partially refueling the MacBook, it doesn’t take long. It is a good choice if you are looking for something short term. But if you want a durable and reliable powerbank, we suggest you skip this one.
2. Baseus 65W 20,000mAh Power Bank
Baseus 65W 20,000mAh Power Bank
The Baseus power bank is much smaller than the one above, but does a better job of refueling Apple MacBooks and other connected devices. It includes a 65W USB-C PD port and has a 20,000mAh capacity. And it can fully charge 13-inch MacBook and partially charge 15-inch MacBook. Is not it beautiful?
Of course, a lot depends on how you use your laptop. The best part is that this power bank for MacBook Pro costs a lot less than the one above. More importantly, it outperforms on the endurance scale.
It includes a USB-C port, two USB 3.0 ports and a micro USB port. The USB-C port acts as an input and can accept Power Delivery compatible cables up to 60W.
This Baseus power bank has received a decent number of user reviews. People love it for its charging ability and affordable price tag. The best part is that it’s slim and the metallic chassis gives it a premium look.
It can easily charge Apple MacBook Pro as well as Chromebooks and MacBook Air. Note that Baseus does not provide a power adapter. So if you don’t have one on hand, it will increase the cost.
3. Anker PowerCore III Elite Portable Charger
Anker PowerCore III Elite Portable Charger
The Anker PowerCore III Elite is slightly more expensive than the Baseus power bank. However, it received rave reviews for its performance and battery life. It has almost the same battery capacity and the same power output. One feature to consider is its support for in-house PowerIQ technology. It can still charge USB-C laptops like the MacBook Pro and MacBook Air without any issues.
It has two additional USB-A ports and can power up to three devices in parallel. Naturally, if you want a full charge (or 80%+ charge), you have to disconnect the other two.
The PowerCore III Elite works as advertised and many users have supported this claim in their reviews. Size and weight are approximately correct. And the slim form factor makes it easy to throw in a laptop bag before traveling.
The best part is that Anker provides a USB-C to USB-C cable and a compatible wall charger. And compared to the above, these addons are a huge plus.
4. Omni 20+ 20000mah Notebook Power Bank
Omni 20+ 20000mah Notebook Power Bank
The Omnicharge Omni 20+ takes things a few steps further. This laptop power bank not only combines the usual treasure of USB-A and USB-C ports, but also wireless charging. It’s a solid power bank and can charge connected MacBooks via the 60W USB-C port.
Although more expensive than its counterparts above, it bundles a wide variety of ports. For example, it includes a pair of standard USB-A ports, a USB-C PD (Power Delivery) port, an AC port, and a small DC port. It is worth noting that the AC port can support up to 100W of power. On the other hand, USB-A ports can power smartphones up to 18W.
This array of support means it can charge anything from a MacBook Pro to a drone. Yes, you read it right! But despite its versatility, the Omni 20+’s capacity remains the same at 20,000 mAh. Therefore, you should be careful when choosing the devices you want to refuel.
The Omni 20+ has received great reviews from its user base. It is popular on Amazon and has over 1,000 reviews. Users love its versatility and ease, allowing you to charge devices while traveling.
If you’re willing to invest in a good MacBook Pro power bank, this one is proving to be a worthy competitor. Note that Omni does not provide wall adapters with this.
Hello, Portability!
Technology has come a long way since the advent of power banks. Now power banks can charge a wide variety of USB-C laptops. If you have a 16-inch MacBook Pro, it would be wrong to assume that the power banks above are capable enough to fully charge it. On the other hand, they are powerful enough to partially charge to let you complete your work.
