Anker Unveils Upgraded Power Bank with Built-In Cable

Key Takeaways

1. The Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 45W) offers faster charging, reaching 50% for an iPhone 17 Pro in just 20 minutes.
2. It has a battery capacity of 20,000 mAh, allowing for approximately 3.3 charges of an iPhone 17 Pro or 3.0 charges of a Samsung S25 Ultra.
3. The power bank features a durable 6.0-inch braided USB-C cable and includes a USB-A output, with ActiveShield 2.0 for temperature monitoring.
4. It takes about 90 minutes to recharge itself to 50% using a 30W USB-C input and has a digital display for battery status.
5. Priced at $39.99 on Amazon in the US, it is $4 more than the previous model and is currently only available in black, with plans for more colors in the future.

The Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 45W) has just been launched in the United States. This latest version looks quite like the previous Zolo power bank (20K, 30W), but it provides a greater power output.

Fast Charging Capabilities

As the name indicates, Anker’s new Zolo Power Bank delivers 45W through the built-in USB-C cable or the USB-C port. This feature is capable of charging an iPhone 17 Pro to 50% in just 20 minutes. The braided cable measures 6.0 inches (~15.2 cm) and has been tested to resist over 10,000 bends. Nevertheless, if the cable eventually breaks, replacing it might be challenging. Additionally, the power bank includes a USB-A output, and ActiveShield 2.0 monitors the temperature of the device 3,000,000 times a day to prevent overheating.

Battery Performance

With a battery capacity of 20,000 mAh, it can recharge an iPhone 17 Pro approximately 3.3 times, or a Samsung S25 Ultra about 3.0 times. To recharge itself, the power bank uses a 30W USB-C input, taking around 90 minutes to reach a 50% charge. Moreover, the current battery status is shown on a straightforward digital display. Currently available only in black, there are plans for blue, white, and pink versions to be released in the future. The dimensions of the product are 4.7 x 2.9 x 1.2 inches (~12.0 x 7.3 x 3.1 cm), and it has a weight of 12.5 oz (~353 g).

Pricing and Availability

You can purchase the Anker Zolo Power Bank (20K, 45W) on Amazon in the US for $39.99. This is $4 more than the older 20K/30W model. It remains unclear when this accessory will be available in other regions, such as Europe.