Technical Details
Chinese company Ugreen has introduced a new charging device with a gallium nitride and 160W power. The device has five ports, allowing for simultaneous charging of multiple devices. The price is relatively low — 279 yuan (approximately $40). Image: Ugreen via Gizmochina The device's feature is a built-in display that shows charging parameters in real-time: current power, energy distribution between ports, and fast charging protocol status. This allows the user to literally 'see' how energy is distributed between connected devices.
Background and Context
The device is equipped with four USB-C ports and one USB-A port. According to the company, the proprietary SmartCharge system automatically determines the requirements of connected devices and dynamically distributes power. The maximum output power when using one USB-C port is 140W. This allows for powering even quite powerful laptops.
Industry Impact
The maximum output power when using multiple USB-C ports is 160W, and the maximum power when connecting devices to all five ports is 155W. The weight of the new device is only 320 grams. Ugreen also introduced an unusual mobile power bank, the Ugreen PB610. It has a metal body, a 1.47-inch screen with emojis, and a capacity of 10,000 mAh.