Anker Nano 65W Charger Review: Is It Worth It?
A small single-port GaN charger that can run a USB-C laptop, a tablet or a phone. Here is who it suits, what it cannot do and how it compares with two-port models.
Worth it if you want one small brick for a USB-C laptop and a phone, one at a time. People who charge two devices at once every night should pick a two-port charger instead.
By Andrew Pataleta, GiftX founder · Updated October 28, 2026 · Sources
Specs at a glance
| Max output | 65W [2] |
| Ports | One USB-C [2] |
| Fast charging | USB Power Delivery, PPS [2] |
| Plug | Foldable prongs [2] |
| Cable | Not always included, check the listing [1] |
Pros and cons
- Small enough for a jacket pocket or a pencil case
- One charger for a laptop, tablet and phone
- Foldable plug keeps bags scratch-free
- One port, so no charging two devices at once
- Large laptops charge slower than with their own brick
What the Anker Nano 65W is
It is a wall charger with one USB-C port and a maximum output of 65W, according to Anker's product page [2]. It uses GaN parts, which is why it is much smaller than the square bricks that used to come with laptops, and the plug folds flat so it does not scratch the inside of a bag.
It speaks USB Power Delivery and PPS, the fast-charging standards used by MacBooks, iPads, iPhones, Pixels and Samsung Galaxy phones, so one charger covers most of a household's USB-C gear [2].
Who it is a good gift for
Students and remote workers who carry a MacBook Air, a Chromebook or a small Windows laptop get the most out of it: the laptop charger stays at home and this one lives in the backpack.
It also suits frequent travellers who are tired of carrying a separate phone and laptop charger, and anyone who already has a cable but keeps borrowing bricks.
What it cannot do
With a single port it charges one device at a time. If the person charges a laptop and a phone together at a desk or in a hotel, a two-port model is the better buy.
Bigger laptops that ship with a 96W or 140W charger [3], like the larger MacBook Pro models, will still charge on 65W, just more slowly than with their own adapter, as Apple notes in its power adapter guidance [3].
FAQ
Can the Anker Nano 65W charge a MacBook? [2]
Yes. A MacBook Air charges at full speed, and larger MacBook Pro models also charge, only more slowly than with the bigger adapter Apple ships with them, according to Apple's guidance on USB-C power adapters [3].
Does it work with Samsung phones?
Yes. It supports PPS, the standard Samsung uses for Super Fast Charging, as listed on Anker's product page [2]. Use a USB-C to USB-C cable rated for the speed you want.
Is a cable included?
It depends on the bundle. Some listings include a USB-C cable and some sell the charger alone, so check the Amazon listing before you order as a gift [1].
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Sources and how we checked
- Amazon.com listing
- Anker, Nano 65W charger product page, www.anker.com
- Apple Support, About Apple USB-C power adapters, support.apple.com
Source check: Amazon prices and contents above were checked on October 28, 2026. We did not test these products hands-on. Picks are based on manufacturer specs, Amazon listings and the reasons people actually give these gifts.
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