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Black Friday power bank deals: What to expect and early sales

We've found the best early Black Friday deals on power banks, from small and portable battery packs to high-capacity chargers.
Sam Singleton
By Sam Singleton
Assistant Editor, PCWorld Nov 16, 2023 4:01 pm PST
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See our separate article on the best power bank deals for Amazon Prime day in July 2024.

It might be early, but Black Friday power bank deals have already begun. Retailers have started offering early deals on some great portable chargers, and we’ve scoured all the sales to share the best values.

We’re already seeing some great discounts on power banks from the likes of Mophie and Anker, two highly respected names in the portable charging game. We’ll continue to track down and highlight the best power bank deals leading up to and during Black Friday 2023.

Best early Black Friday power banks deals

Amazon and BestBuy currently have the best deals going on power banks. The Mophie Powerstation XL PD for $20 off on BestBuy is a great all-around choice with a solid 20,000 mAh capacity and options for both USB-A and USB-C charging. I would opt for this model over the other Mophie Powerstations on sale this week, as it’s only a little bit more expensive, but gives you double the power.

Additionally, the Anker 511 PowerCore Fusion 5K for $10 off on Amazon is our favorite budget USB-C power bank. It’s a fantastic portable charger while on the go or travelling, as it easily fits into your pocket and comes with a wall charger for added convenience.

FAQ

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When is Black Friday?

Black Friday 2023 will fall on Friday, November 24. However, many retailers have already begun offering great discounts on power banks. Keep your eyes tuned to PCWorld for the best deal alerts. We’ll be covering discounts now through the weekend, and on to Cyber Monday, November 27.

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What should I look for in a portable power bank?

Quality can differ greatly among power banks, so it’s best to stick to recognizable brands like Anker, Mophie, Belkin, and the like. That said, there are a few things you should always look for when shopping for a power bank.

First, make sure the battery pack is Quick Charge 2.0, 3.0, or PD certified. Next, don’t put too much confidence in a company’s claims that it can charge certain devices in a specific amount of time, such as the pack can charge an iPhone 15 in two hours. Focus more on the battery capacity, along with weight and size. Larger capacities in the 20,000 mAh or higher range should be enough for most small devices such as tablets or smartphones. Finally, make sure that the power bank comes with all of the correct connectivity options you need—USB-A or USB-C, etc.

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What battery capacity should you look for?

For a portable power bank that you can easily travel with, you should look for a minimum of 10,000 mAh. Most models these days even offer 20,000 mAh for reasonable prices. The more mAh, the better. Just be sure to weigh your capacity needs against the physical size of the power bank.

Generally, the more mAh a power bank has, the larger its physical size and the heavier it is, as well. Therefore, we recommend when looking at a power bank, you first consider the amount of power you need to charge your devices, and then adjust your expectations according to the size and weight you are willing to carry around with you.

, Assistant Editor, PCWorld

Sam Singleton is PCWorld's VPN beat reporter and jack of all trades. When he's not on the hunt for the best computer deals he's covering VPNs, productivity software, laptops, and a wide gamut of consumer-grade hardware and software.

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