USB Chargers / Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port vs Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)
Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port vs Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)
Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port
140W with a real 70+70W split and a colour display — the power user's pick.
Wins overall by 3.5 points
Quick Verdict
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port is the stronger all-round pick, ahead by 3.5 points. 140W with a real 70+70W split and a colour display — the power user's pick.
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port and Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) are both closely matched USB Charger models, and the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is $81 cheaper than the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port ($19 vs $99.99). On Features, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads (9.5 vs 2.0/10) — displays, protocol support and extras. On Ports, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads (9.0 vs 2.0/10) — how many devices it can charge at once. On Output Power, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads (9.5 vs 3.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum. Overall, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 8.6/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 5.1/10 for the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305). Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port | Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $99.99 | $19.00 |
| Release Year | 2026 | 2020 |
| Max Total Output (W) | 140✓ | 20 |
| Single-Port Max | 140 from C1 or C2, 100 from C3, 44 from USB-A | 20 |
| Ports | 3x USB-C, 1x USB-A | 1x USB-C |
| GaN | Yes | No |
| USB-PD & PPS | PD 3.1 with PPS, plus QC3.0, SCP, AFC and UFCS | PD 2.0 and 3.0, no PPS |
| Foldable Prongs | Yes | No |
| Dimensions | 75.74 x 59.66 x 36.02mm | Not published by Apple |
| Weight (g) | 248 | Not published by the manufacturer |
| Laptop Charging | Yes — both 14-inch and 16-inch at full speed | No |
| Power Sharing | Two USB-C gives 70W plus 70W or 90W plus 45W. Three USB-C gives 65W plus 45W plus 30W. All four ports gives 65W plus 45W plus 12W plus 12W | Not applicable — single port |
| Display | Colour smart display with touch control | None |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | Black, Grey | White |
Category Scores
Output Power
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 9.5 against 3.0 — a 6.5-point margin on total wattage and single-port maximum. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Ports
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 9.0 against 2.0 — a 7.0-point margin on how many devices it can charge at once. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Power Sharing
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) leads clearly here, 10.0 against 8.5 — a 1.5-point margin on how well it holds wattage when several ports are in use — the spec buyers most often get caught by. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port does not close the gap elsewhere.
Portability
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) leads clearly here, 6.5 against 6.0 — a 0.5-point margin on size, weight and whether the prongs fold. If that is what you are buying for, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 8.0 against 7.5 — a 0.5-point margin on materials, heat handling and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 9.5 against 2.0 — a 7.5-point margin on displays, protocol support and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Compatibility
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 9.0 against 6.0 — a 3.0-point margin on PPS, PD version and support for Samsung, Pixel and Apple fast charging. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port leads clearly here, 9.0 against 4.0 — a 5.0-point margin on watts and ports relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port if…
- • Features matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 9.5/10 here (displays, protocol support and extras).
- • Ports matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 9.0/10 here (how many devices it can charge at once).
- • Output Power matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 9.5/10 here (total wattage and single-port maximum).
- • Value matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 9.0/10 here (watts and ports relative to price).
- • Compatibility matters most to you — the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores 9.0/10 here (PPS, PD version and support for Samsung, Pixel and Apple fast charging).
Choose the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) if…
- • You want to spend less — it's $81 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is compact.
Pros & Cons
Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port
Pros
- +A genuine 70W plus 70W split across two ports, which almost nothing else here achieves
- +The colour display showing real per-port wattage is the best implementation at this price
- +PD 3.1 at 140W handles a 16-inch MacBook Pro
- +The most thoroughly documented sharing table in this list
Cons
- −248g and noticeably chunky
- −All four ports loaded drops two of them to 12W
- −Baseus uses two different SKU codes for the same product, which makes cross-checking confusing
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)
Pros
- +Apple's own brick, so compatibility is never in question
- +Sold everywhere and easy to replace
- +Still one of the best-selling chargers on Amazon
Cons
- −Only 20W, and no GaN — the 30W Anker and UGREEN cost the same and are smaller
- −No PPS at all, so it will not fast-charge Samsung or Pixel phones properly
- −Fixed prongs, so it does not pack flat
- −2020 silicon, functionally superseded by Apple's own 40W Dynamic adapter
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FAQs
Is the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port or Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port 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 Features, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port or the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores higher on Features (9.5/10 vs 2.0/10) — displays, protocol support and extras.
Which is better for Ports, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port or the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores higher on Ports (9.0/10 vs 2.0/10) — how many devices it can charge at once.
Which is better for Output Power, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port or the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores higher on Output Power (9.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum.
Which is better for Value, the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port or the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port scores higher on Value (9.0/10 vs 4.0/10) — watts and ports relative to price.
Is the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port worth the price difference over the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is the cheaper option at $19 versus $99.99. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Features.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port is the better fit if you mainly care about laptop or multi-device. The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is the better fit for compact.
What's the warranty on the Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port vs the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)?+
The Baseus PicoGo AH11 140W 4-Port ships with a 18-month warranty; the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) 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.
Premium Option
UGREEN Nexode X 160W 4-Port — $119.99
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