In South Africa, energy is a scarce commodity and we often have to find solutions to these problems. While consumers have many options for home and office use, there is also value in looking toward more portable options. Smartphones have become even more important in recent times, providing support to our workday even during power outages. With Xiaomi's range of Power Banks, there are plenty of solutions to suit your needs, portability and budget.
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Xiaomi's range of Power Banks offers excellent value for money and supports a large number of modern technologies. If you're looking for 50W fast charging options, increased battery capacity, or a simple solution to add flexibility to your workday, there's an option available for you. Here are five power bank solutions for consumers to consider, based on their specifications.
Xiaomi Redmi 10,000mAh 10W Power Bank
As the name suggests, this power bank has a capacity of 10,000 mAh. It has a rechargeable Li-Poly battery and Type-C and microUSB ports.
Additionally, the unit also offers 10W fast charging support, with low-current charging for devices like headphones, fitness trackers, and smartwatches.
The power bank has an affordable retail price of R399 and is available from Takealot and Makro. This is the ideal entry-level power bank for those on a tight budget.
Xiaomi Redmi 20,000mAh 18W Fast-Charge Power Bank
The Xiaomi Redmi 20,000 mAh, with its Li-Poly battery, goes up another notch. It also includes Type-C and microUSB ports and fully charges in 7-10 hours.
It offers dual USB charging to charge up to two devices simultaneously. Both feature 18W fast charging support for good measure, as well as low-current charging for smaller devices.
The recommended retail price is R799. It is also available from Takealot and Makro.
Xiaomi 10,000mAh 22.5W Fast-Charge Power Bank
If you are looking for a reliable fast charging power bank, the Xiaomi 10,000mAh 22.5W is the option for you. This is an everyday device that offers great portability and capacity.
Like the others, it supports low-current charging for some devices. However, it goes even further with its 22.5W fast charging capabilities and the 10,000mAh capacity of its Li-Poly battery.
The power bank is available from Takealot and Makro at a recommended retail price of R499.
Xiaomi 10,000mAh 22.5W Fast-Charge Power Bank 3
Xiaomi offers a second 10,000mAh power bank with 22.5W fast charging capacity. It has similar features while being ultra-portable thanks to its lightweight design. It has similar features while being ultra-portable thanks to its lightweight design.
It weighs just 200g, which is lighter than many modern smartphones, and it's compact enough to fit in the palm of your hand or your pants pocket. It is the ideal power bank for users who are always on the go or who travel often.
This power bank variant is again available from Takealot and Makro. Its recommended retail price is R599.
Xiaomi 20,000mAh 50W Fast-Charge Power Bank
For heavy users, you'll definitely want to get your hands on the Xiaomi 20,000 mAh power bank. With its 50W fast charging option, it will have you fully powered and back to your activities in no time.
It uses Type-C support for input and output for its 50W fast charging offering. With its high-end capacity, it is powerful enough to charge various laptops and MacBooks. Additionally, it also offers low current charging for smaller devices.
If you are looking for a professional option, this is the power bank for you. Its recommended retail price is 1,499 euros and it is available from Makro and Takealot.
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