UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 145W Review (2026): Laptop Power

If you travel with a laptop, a phone and maybe a tablet, one big battery that can feed all of them is appealing. That is the idea behind this UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 25000mAh 145W review. The pack pairs a 25,000mAh (90Wh) cell with a 140W USB-C port and a total output of 145W. It is aimed at travelers and remote workers who want to fast-charge laptops and phones from a single pack, and it sits in the mid-range part of the market.

This review is based on UGREEN's published specifications and on what independent expert reviews report. It is not hands-on testing. The aim is to explain what the numbers mean in daily use and where reviewers say the compromises are.

How the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 145W is built

The pack has two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, and an LED display that shows how much charge remains. It has no wireless charging, so everything goes through a cable. That suits a pack built for laptops, but it matters if you like to drop a phone on a charging pad.

The obvious design talking point is weight. At 513g, the Nexode is heavy and fairly bulky, and reviewers say so. That follows from the capacity: a 90Wh cell is never going to be pocket-sized. Think of it as something that lives in a backpack or laptop bag, not a jacket pocket.

The other common criticism is the finish. Reviewers say the plastic casing scratches easily and could be more rugged. If it will rattle around a bag with keys and cables, a pouch or sleeve is a sensible precaution. The pack carries multiple safety protections, but a tougher shell would have been welcome.

Features and what they mean day to day

Three ports, one big battery

The headline feature is that the pack charges three devices at once through its two USB-C ports and one USB-A port. A typical setup would be a laptop on the main USB-C port, a phone on the second and something small, like earbuds or a watch, on the USB-A port. For a desk-free day working from an airport lounge, train or café, that covers most of what you carry.

Two-way fast charging

The Nexode supports two-way fast charging, so you can charge devices from the bank while the bank itself is recharging. This helps in a hotel room with one wall socket: plug the pack in, plug your devices into the pack, and everything fills together. It is less of a concern if you only charge the bank overnight.

Low-current mode for small devices

UGREEN includes a low-current mode for small devices. Some small gadgets draw very little current and can be treated badly by power banks that assume a larger load. A dedicated mode for them is a useful addition if you carry fitness trackers or similar accessories.

Digital display

The display shows remaining battery. It shows how much battery remains, so you can judge whether a laptop top-up is worth doing before a flight or a meeting.

Power delivery: where the 145W figure applies

The numbers need careful reading, because the headline figures apply under different conditions.

• Single port: the main USB-C port (USB-C1) delivers up to 140W. That is the figure that makes the pack interesting for demanding laptops, and reviewers praise it.
• Two USB-C ports together: the pack delivers 100W on USB-C1 and 45W on USB-C2, for the 145W total.
• Second USB-C port on its own: USB-C2 tops out at 65W.
• USB-A: up to 22.5W.

Whether the pack runs a given laptop at full speed depends on the laptop's own charging requirements. If your laptop wants close to 140W, the main port is the one to use. Many ultraportables need less, so the 100W and 45W split is enough for a laptop plus a phone.

The caveat reviewers raise is that output on the second USB-C and USB-A ports drops when all three are in use. The pack can run three devices, but not all at full speed. If your plan is a power-hungry laptop, a tablet and a phone all at maximum rate at once, this is not the pack for that.

Capacity and recharging

The 25,000mAh (90Wh) capacity is the other half of the appeal. It is a large reserve for phones, and it can also give a laptop a meaningful top-up. The Nexode is also listed as airplane friendly, which matters for frequent flyers. Airline and airport rules vary, so check yours before you fly.

UGREEN says it recharges in about 2 hours with a 65W PD charger. The flip side is that input is capped at 65W through USB-C1. A bigger charger will not speed it up, and reviewers note the cap. Two hours is still practical for an overnight top-up or a quick refill before a trip.

What experts like and what they criticise

Across published reviews, the Nexode averages 8.8/10 from five expert scores:

• Creative Bloq: 4.5/5
• T3: 5/5
• Pocket-lint: 9/10
• CleverHiker: 3.6/5
• Mighty Gadget: 90/100

The spread is worth noting. T3, Pocket-lint and Mighty Gadget sit at the top end, while CleverHiker's 3.6/5 is the lowest of the group. Reviewers describe strong power and capacity on one side and weight and bulk on the other.

What reviewers praise:

• The 140W single-port output for demanding laptops.
• Three devices charging at once.
• The 25,000mAh (90Wh) capacity and its airplane-friendly listing.
• The digital display.
• The roughly two-hour recharge with a 65W PD charger.

What reviewers criticise:

• The 513g weight and bulk.
• A plastic casing that scratches easily.
• The 65W cap on recharge input.
• Output that falls on the second USB-C and USB-A ports when all three are used together.

None of these are hidden surprises, since the spec sheet shows most of them. The weight and the output split are the two that most affect whether the pack suits you.

Who should buy it, and who should skip it

Buy it if:

• You travel or work remotely and need to fast-charge a laptop and one or two other devices from one pack.
• Your laptop charges over USB-C and benefits from a high-output port.
• You want a large reserve and a clear readout of what is left.
• You are happy to carry a heavy pack in a bag.

Skip it if:

• You want something light and pocketable. At 513g, this is not that.
• You need full power on every port at once, since the second USB-C and USB-A ports drop when all three are used.
• You want wireless charging built in.
• You need a rugged, scratch-resistant shell without a case.
• You only charge a phone or earbuds. A smaller pack would carry less weight for the same job.

How it fits in the power bank market

In general terms, power banks split into slim pocket packs for phones and larger packs that can run laptops. The Nexode is firmly in the second camp. It trades portability for output and capacity, and its three-port design is meant to replace a bag full of chargers. If you only need a phone top-up, you are paying in weight and size for output you will not use. If you carry a USB-C laptop regularly, it is the kind of pack worth shortlisting.

Verdict

The UGREEN Nexode Power Bank 25000mAh 145W does what its spec sheet suggests. It combines a 140W USB-C port, a 90Wh battery, three outputs and a recharge time of about 2 hours. It is a capable travel companion for people who carry a laptop. The compromises are real: it is heavy, the casing scratches, recharge input stops at 65W, and the second USB-C and USB-A ports slow down when all three are in use. With a 8.8/10 average across five expert reviews, it is well regarded, and it makes most sense if you value laptop-class output over a slim, light pack.

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