Charging Stations / Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128)
A real 65+65W split and 140W total — but no surge protection at all.
Wins overall by 1.8 points
Quick Verdict
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) takes this by a clear 1.8 points. A real 65+65W split and 140W total — but no surge protection at all. The Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station only makes sense if it wins on a category you care about more than the total.
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) and Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station are both closely matched charging Station models, and the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station is $30 cheaper than the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) ($49.99 vs $79.99). On Power Sharing, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (9.0 vs 5.0/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. On Features, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (8.5 vs 5.0/10) — displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras. On Output Power, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads (9.0 vs 7.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum. Overall, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 7.9/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 6.1/10 for the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) | Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.99 | $49.99 |
| Release Year | 2023 | 2025 |
| Type | Power strip with USB | Multi-port desktop charger |
| Max Total Output | 140 across USB | 120 |
| USB-C Ports (ports) | 2 | 4✓ |
| USB-A Ports (ports) | 2 | 2 |
| AC Outlets | 2 | 0 |
| Wireless Pad | No | No |
| Devices at Once (devices) | 6 | 6 |
| Apple Watch Charging | No | No |
| Cables Included | No — a 5ft detachable AC cord only | No — AC cord only |
| Surge Protection | None — Anker states explicitly that this model has no surge protection | Not applicable — no AC outlets |
| Power Sharing | Two USB-C gives 65W plus 65W. One USB-C plus two USB-A gives 120W plus 12W. All four gives 65W plus 60W plus 15W. A 5A e-marked cable is required for 60W or more | 65W maximum from a single port and 120W total, but Baseus publishes no per-combination table |
| Display | Smart display showing per-port wattage, voltage and current | None |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Output Power
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 7.0 — a 2.0-point margin on total wattage and single-port maximum. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Port Variety
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on mix of USB-C, USB-A and AC outlets. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Power Sharing
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 5.0 — a 4.0-point margin on how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.5 — a 2.0-point margin on materials, heat handling and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Cable Management
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 4.0 against 3.0 — a 1.0-point margin on built-in, retractable or included cables, and how tidy the result is. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 5.0 — a 3.5-point margin on displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Design
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 6.5 — a 1.5-point margin on footprint and how it looks on a desk or nightstand. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on ports and wattage relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) if…
- • Power Sharing matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 9.0/10 here (how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached).
- • Features matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 8.5/10 here (displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras).
- • Output Power matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 9.0/10 here (total wattage and single-port maximum).
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 8.5/10 here (materials, heat handling and warranty).
- • Design matters most to you — the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores 8.0/10 here (footprint and how it looks on a desk or nightstand).
Choose the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station if…
- • You want to spend less — it's $30 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128)
Pros
- +A true 65W plus 65W split across two USB-C ports — the most even division of any station here
- +140W total runs a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed
- +The smart display shows real voltage and current, not just wattage
Cons
- −No surge protection at all despite having two AC outlets, which Anker states plainly but most buyers will assume otherwise
- −Needs a 5A e-marked cable to reach 60W or more, and none is included
- −Only two AC outlets
Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station
Pros
- +Six ports and 120W for around $30 street is strong value
- +Four USB-C ports is more than most rivals
- +Compact enough for a bedside table
Cons
- −Baseus publishes no power-sharing table, so you cannot know what each port gives with several devices attached
- −No model number on the US Amazon listing
- −No AC outlets
- −No display
- −No cables included
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FAQs
Is the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Power Sharing, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Power Sharing (9.0/10 vs 5.0/10) — how much of the headline wattage survives when several devices are attached.
Which is better for Features, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Features (8.5/10 vs 5.0/10) — displays, surge protection, wireless pads and extras.
Which is better for Output Power, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Output Power (9.0/10 vs 7.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum.
Which is better for Build Quality, the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) or the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) scores higher on Build Quality (8.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — materials, heat handling and warranty.
Is the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) worth the price difference over the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station is the cheaper option at $49.99 versus $79.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Power Sharing.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) is the better fit if you mainly care about laptop. The Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station is the better fit for desk or multi-device.
What's the warranty on the Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) vs the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station?+
The Anker Prime 6-in-1 Charging Station 140W (A9128) ships with a 18-month warranty; the Baseus 120W 6-in-1 Charging Station ships with a 18-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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