Power Banks / Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) vs UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W
Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) vs UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W
Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289)
140W and 86.4Wh — charges a 16-inch MacBook Pro and still flies.
Wins overall by 0.0 points
Quick Verdict
This is close. The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) edges ahead by 0.0 points, but that margin is inside the noise — the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W is a defensible pick on its own terms. 200W across three ports and 90Wh — the best watts-per-dollar big bank.
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are both closely matched power Bank models, and the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W is $20 cheaper than the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) ($129.99 vs $149.99). On Value, the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W leads (8.5 vs 7.5/10) — capacity and output relative to price. On Build Quality, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) leads (8.5 vs 8.0/10) — materials, finish and how well it survives a bag. On Display, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) leads (9.0 vs 8.5/10) — how clearly it tells you what charge is left. Overall, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores 8.1/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 8.1/10 for the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W, though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. 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 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) | UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.99 | $129.99 |
| Release Year | 2022 | 2024 |
| Capacity (mAh) | 24000 | 25000✓ |
| Capacity (Wh) | 86.4 | 90✓ |
| Max Output (W) | 140 | 200 total, 140 from a single port |
| Ports | 2x USB-C, 1x USB-A | 2x USB-C, 1x USB-A |
| Built-in Cable | No | No |
| Pass-Through Charging | No | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Display | Colour smart display | TFT smart display |
| Weight (g) | 630 | 600✓ |
| Recharge Time | 60 | Not published; input is capped at 65W per port |
| Airline Carry-On Safe | Yes | Yes |
| Magnetic Wireless | No | No |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Black | Black |
Category Scores
Capacity
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are level here, at 9.0/10 each. how many full phone or laptop charges it actually delivers is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Charging Speed
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are level here, at 9.5/10 each. output wattage and how fast it refills your devices is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Portability
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are level here, at 4.0/10 each. weight and size relative to the capacity you get is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Build Quality
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 8.0 — a 0.5-point margin on materials, finish and how well it survives a bag. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W does not close the gap elsewhere.
Display
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 8.5 — a 0.5-point margin on how clearly it tells you what charge is left. If that is what you are buying for, the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are level here, at 8.0/10 each. pass-through, built-in cables, app control and extras is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Versatility
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) and UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W are level here, at 9.0/10 each. range of devices it can usefully charge, from earbuds to laptops is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on capacity and output relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) if…
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores 8.5/10 here (materials, finish and how well it survives a bag).
- • Display matters most to you — the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores 9.0/10 here (how clearly it tells you what charge is left).
Choose the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W if…
- • Value matters most to you — the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W scores 8.5/10 here (capacity and output relative to price).
- • You want to spend less — it's $20 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289)
Pros
- +140W genuinely charges a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed, which almost nothing else at this size does
- +86.4Wh is published, so airline compliance is provable
- +Recharges itself in about an hour
- +The smart display shows real per-port wattage rather than a vague percentage
Cons
- −No pass-through — it cannot charge itself and a device at the same time, which is unusual at this price
- −630g is a brick; this is a bag item, not a pocket item
- −Four years old with no successor announced
- −Frequently discounted, so the $149.99 list is misleading
UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W
Pros
- +200W total means you can run a laptop, a phone and a tablet at once without throttling
- +90Wh published and airline-legal
- +140W single-port matches the Anker 737 for $20 less
Cons
- −65W maximum input per port makes recharging slow for a 90Wh pack
- −600g
- −UGREEN's own US and EU pages disagree on the weight
- −Pass-through is not documented
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FAQs
Is the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) or UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) 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 Value, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) or the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W scores higher on Value (8.5/10 vs 7.5/10) — capacity and output relative to price.
Which is better for Build Quality, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) or the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores higher on Build Quality (8.5/10 vs 8.0/10) — materials, finish and how well it survives a bag.
Which is better for Display, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) or the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores higher on Display (9.0/10 vs 8.5/10) — how clearly it tells you what charge is left.
Which is better for Capacity, the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) or the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) scores higher on Capacity (9.0/10 vs 9.0/10) — how many full phone or laptop charges it actually delivers.
Is the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) worth the price difference over the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W is the cheaper option at $129.99 versus $149.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Value.
What's the warranty on the Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) vs the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W?+
The Anker 737 Power Bank / PowerCore 24K (A1289) ships with a 12-month warranty; the UGREEN Nexode 25000mAh 200W ships with a 12-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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