Powerbank Capacity Explained: A Quick Guide – PowerBankGuide
This is approximately 2/3 of the on-paper or advertised 10, 000 mAh capacity of the powerbank. As the actual charging performance may vary from device to device, you can roughly assume
Power bank capacity is typically measured in milliamp-hours (mAh), indicating the total electrical charge the battery can store. However, the voltage of your device and the power bank itself play a crucial role in the actual number of charges you'll get.
Power banks are available in a wide range of capacities, from as little as 1000 mAh to as much as 50,000 mAh or more. However, it's worth noting that as the mAh capacity of a power bank increases, so does its physical size and weight– which can be a serious detriment in the backcountry or while traveling. Bigger is not always better!
Before jumping into numbers, it's important to understand what “size” really means in the context of power banks. It refers primarily to battery capacity, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh), or sometimes watt-hours (Wh). 1. What Size Power Bank Do I Need for a Laptop? Laptops typically require much more power than phones.
A power bank is a portable charger that you can use when you don't have access to an electrical outlet. They can be used as a backup battery for anything that may need charging (phone, laptops, speakers, watches, etc). However, not all power banks are created equal, and finding the right capacity for your needs can be challenging.
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