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100W Charger Comparison: Anker Prime vs UGREEN Nexode vs CIO NovaPort QUAD II
If you want one charger for a MacBook or Windows laptop, an iPad, and an iPhone, a 100W-class multi-port GaN charger is the candidate. Alongside the standard Anker Prime, UGREEN Nexode and CIO NovaPort make three easy-to-choose options. The short answer: three devices at once → Anker Prime 100W (3 ports); four devices, mostly USB-C → UGREEN Nexode 100W (4C); compact and a Japanese brand → CIO NovaPort QUAD II. Whether 65W class is enough is covered in choosing a 65W USB PD charger.
The short answer: picks by use
- The standard, three at once: Anker Prime Charger (100W, 3 ports, GaN)—folding plug for travel. AmazonRakuten
- Four at once, USB-C first: UGREEN Nexode 100W (USB-C ×4)—many Rakuten reviews. AmazonRakuten
- Compact, Japanese brand: CIO NovaPort QUAD II 100W (USB-C ×3 + USB-A ×1)—billed as one of the world's smallest. AmazonRakuten
Main differences: port count (3 vs 4), USB-A or not, size. "100W" is the total—shared across ports when charging several devices.
Verification: compared from makers' official and product-page figures, not measurements. Rakuten buttons added as data becomes available.
The short answer: what to know before buying 100W class
- “100W” is the total: one device gets up to 100W class; several devices share it. Laptop plus phone typically splits as something like 65W + 20W (the split rule depends on the product).
- Check your laptop’s wattage first: roughly 30W class and up for a MacBook Air, 67–70W class for a 14-inch MacBook Pro, 96–140W class for a 16-inch (charging a laptop over USB-C). 100W class covers most 13–14-inch laptops.
- The cable must be rated for 100W too: a thin 60W cable won’t deliver it (choosing a USB-C cable).
- GaN keeps it small: about half the size of older 100W-class chargers (what a GaN charger is).
Comparison table
| Product | Ports (rated) | Single-port max (rated) | Notes | Best for | Main weakness |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anker Prime Charger (100W, 3 ports) | USB-C ×2 + USB-A ×1 | 100W class | Folding plug, PowerIQ 4.0 | The standard; three at once | No four-device use |
| UGREEN Nexode 100W (4C) | USB-C ×4 | 100W class (PD3.1) | No USB-A; PPS | Mostly USB-C devices | USB-A needs an adapter |
| CIO NovaPort QUAD II 100W | USB-C ×3 + USB-A ×1 | 100W class | Very compact (maker’s claim); auto power sharing | Compact; Japanese brand | Thermal behavior varies by product |
| Anker Prime Charger (67W, 3 ports) | USB-C ×2 + USB-A ×1 | 67W class | For comparison (65W class is enough for many) | MacBook Air plus phone | Not enough for 16-inch laptops |
Single-port maximums and sharing are makers’ official / product-page ratings; actual output varies with devices, cable, and temperature.
Each product: who it suits, and its weakness
Anker Prime Charger (100W, 3 ports, GaN)
Anker’s standard 100W. USB-C ×2 plus USB-A ×1 fits laptop + iPhone + earbuds neatly. Folding plug for travel. For four at once, see the next two.
Anker Prime Charger (100W, 3 ports, GaN)
UGREEN Nexode 100W (USB-C ×4, PD3.1)
Four USB-C ports. If your gear is almost all USB-C, it’s the easiest to live with, and a well-reviewed standard on Rakuten. USB-A devices need an adapter.
UGREEN Nexode 100W Charger (USB-C ×4, PD3.1)
CIO NovaPort QUAD II 100W (USB-C ×3 + USB-A ×1)
A four-port from Japan’s CIO. Compactness is the selling point, and keeping one USB-A is practical. Works at a desk or on the road.
CIO NovaPort QUAD II 100W (USB-C ×3 + USB-A ×1)
Anker Prime Charger (67W, 3 ports)—if 65W class is enough
For a MacBook Air plus a phone, 67W class is plenty. A comparison point for anyone wanting smaller and cheaper.
Anker Prime Charger (67W, 3 ports, GaN)
How to deploy it on a desk
- One unit does it all: put the 100W-class charger on the desk and consolidate laptop, phone, and tablet (a tidy desk charging setup).
- Two or more laptops: a 140–240W-class desktop charger (USB PD 3.1 240W chargers).
- Need more outlets too: pair it with a USB power strip (choosing a USB power strip).
FAQ
Q. Is a 100W charger safe for an iPhone? A. Yes. USB PD lets the device request the power it needs, so the iPhone draws only what it can use (how fast charging works).
Q. Does it slow down with all four ports in use? A. The 100W-class total is shared, so each device gets less. To charge a laptop fast, unplug the others.
Sources (primary)
- Anker official: “Anker Prime Wall Charger (100W, 3 ports, GaN)”
- CIO official site: “CIO” (NovaPort QUAD II specs on its product page)
- UGREEN Nexode 100W: product-page figures
- Standard: USB-IF “USB Charger (USB PD)” / what a GaN charger is
Summary
- 100W class is a total; plan for sharing when charging several devices.
- Three devices = Anker Prime / four USB-C = UGREEN Nexode / compact, Japanese = CIO QUAD II.
- The cable must be 100W-rated too. Check first whether 65W class is enough.
Related: choosing a 65W USB PD charger / charging brands compared
Related: for 16-inch laptops, 140W+ chargers compared; on the go, laptop power banks compared.
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