{"id":25038,"date":"2021-08-02T00:05:20","date_gmt":"2021-08-01T22:05:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/?p=25038"},"modified":"2021-08-02T13:06:09","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T11:06:09","slug":"bye-bye-apple-adapter-anchor-nano-ii-chargers-in-the-test","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apfelpatient.de\/en\/tests-erfahrungsberichte\/bye-bye-apple-adapter-anker-nano-ii-ladegeraete-im-test","title":{"rendered":"Bye Bye Apple Adapter: Anker Nano II chargers in test"},"content":{"rendered":"

The accessories manufacturer Anker presented brand new chargers based on GaN technology - the Anker Nano II - at an online event at the end of May. The new accessories are now also available in Germany. You will find out below whether they are any good.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Before we get started, we should first clarify what GaN technology is all about. Gallium nitride technology (GaN) uses fewer components overall than standard silicon chargers, which is why GaN-based power supplies require much smaller housings and can still offer a lot of power. Back in 2018, Anker replaced the traditional silicon of the chip with the more efficient GaN (gallium nitride). Now the technology has been further developed - the result is called "GaN II" and works even more efficiently. Steven Yang, CEO of Anker, explained:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

GaN II is the next big step towards an effortless, lightning-fast charging experience. With the new generation of GaN II technology, the Anker Nano II charging series is not only smaller and more portable but also takes a leap forward in terms of compatibility and charging safety.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

With the advent of gallium nitride chargers, USB-C adapters have been shrunk to a size that fits in the palm of your hand. So they're compact, fast, and pack a ton of power. This naturally makes them attractive - especially when traveling. This is where Anker comes in, as the latest models have become even more compact. Anker's 2021 versions no longer compromise between low weight and high-end features.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anker Nano II chargers compared to Apple's versions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Anker's range is constantly growing. The latest are three chargers that are suitable for everyone - including Apple users. The Anker Nano II series includes a total of three chargers with 30W, 45W and a whopping 65W. Anker's 30W version is around 59% smaller than Apple's own 30W charger and can charge not only iPhone and iPad, but also a MacBook Air or a Nintendo Switch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Regarding the 45W charger, Anker states that the power adapter is about 34% smaller than Apple's version. It supports charging mobile devices and a range of laptops, including the MacBook Air 2020, Macbook Pro 13", Dell XPS 13 9360 and 9380, ThinkPad X390, Google Pixelbook and Microsoft Surface Book 2. If you compare the 65W power adapter with Apple's 61W charger, Anker's version is about 58% smaller and therefore much more compact. In addition to mobile devices, it can also charge a range of different laptops - ideal for traveling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Below are the dimensions and prices:<\/p>\n\n\n\n