CES 2022: Satechi Launches 165W USB-C 4-Port GaN Charger

[MacRumors]

Satechi today announced the launch of a 165W USB-C GaN charger that's equipped with a total of four ports, making it an ideal desktop charging option for those with multiple USB-C devices.

The charger is using Gallium Nitride technology that's popular with modern power adapters because it allows for better power efficiency that results in smaller product designs. Satechi has built a power distribution algorithm into the charger so it adjusts the power provided to each port based on what's plugged in.

100W, 100W/60W, 60W/60W/45W or 100W/30W/30W, and 60W/45W/30W/30W splits are available, so if you're charging the maximum number of four devices at one time, you can only get up to 60W for the main device. 165W is available in total, but the maximum charging available is 100W. That should power all of Apple's laptops, though it won't provide the fastest available charging speeds for the M1 Pro/Max 16-inch MacBook Pro machines.

Satechi says that the charger includes CE and ETL certifications for safe charging for all connected devices. It is powered by a single power cord, and has a space gray aluminum finish that compliments many Apple products.

The 165W USB-C 4-Port PD GaN Charger is available from the Satechi website for $120. Until January 13, it can be purchased at a 20 percent discount using the code CES20.

Article Link: CES 2022: Satechi Launches 165W USB-C 4-Port GaN Charger

 

[HowardEv]

Very cool. I bet it can charge the new Mini and the new Display with one power plug, and also charge a laptop.

 

[SactoGuy18]

But this is not compatible with the new USB-IF Power Delivery 3.1 standard. I'll wait until a real PD 3.1 charger becomes available later in 2022.

 

[Lwii2boo]

Meh. I mean yes I get GaN chargers have a great power/volume ratio, but $120 seems overpriced IMO. Would be probably worth half of that in 6-12 months

 

[aajeevlin]

But this is not compatible with the new USB-IF Power Delivery 3.1 standard. I'll wait until a real PD 3.1 charger becomes available later in 2022.

Can you educate me as to what that will offer us? Thanks.

 

[_Spinn_]

GaN is a game changer.

 

[DanteHicks79]

Apple figure out how to not let third-party chargers brick MacBooks yet?

 

[thenahon]

Wait why wouldn’t this work with an M1 MBP 16”?

 

[SD449]

Anything similar on the market, would like something like this

 

[SD449]

Also does it come with the 4x USB C cables?

 

[Jonas Danielsson]

wow Done Understanding that some people don’t need usb-A. Will order one as soon as EU version will be available.

Now some need to make this +2 ports as a usb hub

 

[thomasjpr]

Wait why wouldn’t this work with an M1 MBP 16”?

It will work just fine with the 16", but it won't charge it at the full 140w rate that the new 16" permits. It would only charge the 16" at a max of 100w -- which for the vast, vast majority of workloads is probably just fine.

 

[svish]

Seems like a good charger. Satechi designs some good looking and very useful products.

 

[Macintosh TV]

It maxes out at 100W max for a single port, so it can't fast-charge the new MacBook Pro. Something to be noted. It's 165W overall.

 

[Macintosh TV]

Also does it come with the 4x USB C cables?

No. It does not include any USB-C cables.

 

[coolfactor]

Also does it come with the 4x USB C cables?

Beautiful hardware! That's all I can see!

 

[GtrDude]

Would be nice if the iPhone had USB-C too.
But once Apple finally starts making iPhones with USB-C Apple will act like it's some new and awesome invention and they'll pride themselves on how "we listen to our customers"...yep, they listen, mhmm...

 

[rui no onna]

Meh. I mean yes I get GaN chargers have a great power/volume ratio, but $120 seems overpriced IMO. Would be probably worth half of that in 6-12 months

Doesn't really help if you need a solution now. It's $96 with coupon right now so not too bad.

I think I paid like $90 for the RAVPower 120W with 2x USB-C and 2x USB-A ports. I don't even use the USB-A ports. Got it so I could fast charge my ThinkPad (60W) and iPad Pro (30W) at the same time. I also have a $40 RAVPower 65W but that's limited to 45W/18W when both USB-C ports are in use. The Satechi can replace both with better power split: 60W/45W/30W/30W.

 

[warpdrive]

Can you educate me as to what that will offer us? Thanks.

Most notable change. Output per port is up to 240W, up from 100W.

 

[jaytv111]

Anything similar on the market, would like something like this

There's a new Hyperjuice 245 watt charger, it's on Indiegogo. But people around here say to avoid Hyperjuice. And avoid Indiegogos, ha.

It's similar to this but a bit larger and a lot more power available. It'll ship in the next few months, if you back it. Hyper is kind of a sketchy company but they will ship it as promised, they have bad customer service so that's the reason for caution. Satechi seems to be a better company with better practices (no Indiegogos!) but I don't know about their customer service.

 

[AndrewWx]

This looks nice - and the preorder discount tipped me over. It will replace a bunch of single chargers.

 

[SactoGuy18]

Can you educate me as to what that will offer us? Thanks.

Sure. USB-IF Power Delivery 3.1 allows charging wattages using Type C connectors on both ends to be as high as 240 watts. Ratified only in May 2021, there's yet to be chargers, let alone connectors and cables, that can handle up to 240 watts charging power. (I think the need for 140 watt charging was why Apple revived the MagSafe connector in the new MacBook Pros.) I don't expect PD 3.1 compliant chargers, cables, and connectors until probably summer 2022 at earliest.

 

[Populus]

Hey, Juli, the comments appear as disabled when you click on the header of the post. I’ve managed to get here by doing a weird bypass that I’m not gonna reveal to allow more fellow members to comment if they reach their way here. On the other hand, not being this a political post, I honestly don’t see the need to disable the comments, even if some people want to criticize the brand.

Now, on-topic, I’m looking for one of this GaN compact charger with protection for electrical peaks and to provide the healthiest charge to my devices. However, most of this chargers offer high wattage (+18W) and that could degrade my iPhone’s battery quicker than using a 12W or even a 5W charger. Are there any multiple output charger with lower wattages? I’m specially interested in one that has a 5 or 12W output for my iPhone, a 18W for my iPad Pro, and maybe another one with lower wattage (preferably 5W) for my AirPods and Beats.

I guess the lower I can buy from Satechi includes 2x 12W USB-A and 1x 18W USB-C and 1x 60W USB-C, which could work for me. I would like to know if, case I am only charging one device, if the charger will deliver more than 12W (or 18 on the USB-C output), because if it delivers more than that, it would probably decrease the lifespan of my devices. I’ve never needed the fast charge tbh, and prefer to make my batteries last many years.

 

[rui no onna]

I guess the lower I can buy from Satechi includes 2x 12W USB-A and 1x 18W USB-C and 1x 60W USB-C, which could work for me. I would like to know if, case I am only charging one device, if the charger will deliver more than 12W (or 18 on the USB-C output), because if it delivers more than that, it would probably decrease the lifespan of my devices. I’ve never needed the fast charge tbh, and prefer to make my batteries last many years.

If you’re referring to this, I think the 2nd USB-C port provides 18W max so it won’t deliver higher wattage.

75W Dual Type-C PD Travel Charger - Satechi

satechi.net

 

[The Barron]

Way too expensive - Hard pass