Remember the old wall wart? That little charger you plugged into an available wall outlet, needing one for each device you owned, and used to get so hot you couldn't touch it? How times have changed! Now, you can get your hands on a charger that can happily -- and cooly -- power and charge multiple devices at once. It's not just smartphones -- most modern chargers can handle heavier loads such as tablets and laptops.
With the transition from silicon transistors to gallium nitride (GaN) transistors, chargers have become smaller, more efficient, safer, and run cooler. This advancement in technology has revolutionized the way we charge our devices, making it easier than ever to stay powered up without the clutter of multiple chargers.
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What is the best GaN charger right now?
For quite some time now my top pick for the best GaN charger has been the Ugreen Nexode 300W GaN 5-Ports Desktop Charging Station, which was powerful enough to replace an entire array of standalone chargers. This month, we have a new top pick -- Ugreen's monster Nexode 500W 6-port GaN charger. For me, that extra power output is a much-needed boost. But fear not, because this means that the Nexode 300W unit is cheaper than ever. So, whether you're searching for a sleek, portable charger or a powerful desktop option capable of charging multiple devices simultaneously, this list is crafted to help you find the perfect charger to meet your needs.
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The best GaN chargers of 2025
Show less View now at Amazon My favorite charger just got better. The Ugreen Nexode 300W got an upgrade in the form of an extra USB-C port and an extra 200W of output. The six ports split up this way: a single USB-C port that can push out a maximum of 240W, another four USB-C ports handling up to 100W, and a legacy USB-A port that's good for up to 22.5W. The maximum total power output, as the name suggests, is 500W. Read the Review: Ugreen Nexode 500W Powering the unit are six separate Ugreen GaNInfinity chips, which allows the unit to push charging efficiency up to 95 percent, better dissipate the heat generated by charging, and allow the unit to be as compact as it is. The charger is not cheap, but this is as cutting edge as chargers get, packing a lot of power and safety features into a small -- albeit weighty -- unit. Ugreen Nexode 500W tech specs: Ports: 5 x USB-C and 1 x USB-A | Max single port output: 240W | Total power output: 500W | Dimensions: 146 x 60.6 x 114.6mm/5.75 x 2.39 x 4.51 inches | Weight: 2,200 g/77.6 oz Pros Massive power output, allowing it to replace an array of chargers
Runs very cool considering the colossal power it can push out
Absolutely flawless in use Cons Definitely not a travel charger
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