If there’s one thing I don’t want to worry about when I travel, it’s whether I have enough juice to keep all my devices running. Power banks are supposed to fix that problem, but a lot of them fall short when it comes to battery capacity, charging ports and charging speeds.
Not this one.
I bought the Xiaomi 212W HyperCharge Power Bank 24500 just before the Raya holidays, and after using it for the Raya break—on the road, charging multiple devices (my kid’s, my wife’s, mine)—I can confidently say it’s money well spent.
Enough power for all your devices
The headline spec here is right in the name: 212W total charging output. That’s enough to charge a laptop, a phone, and a pair of earbuds—all at once! It has two USB-C ports and one USB-A port, and you can use all three at the same time. The maximum output per port is:
• USB-C1: up to 140W – good for charging power-hungry laptops like the MacBook Pro 16 or gaming notebooks that support USB PD.
• USB-C2: up to 45W – ideal for tablets, smaller laptops like the MacBook Air, or fast-charging smartphones.
• USB-A: up to 18W (Note: the USB-A port supports up to 120W in Xiaomi HyperCharge mode for compatible Xiaomi devices) — suitable for older devices, accessories, or fast-charging earbuds and phones.
The power bank supports a wide range of charging protocols:
- USB PD 3.0 (Power Delivery)
- Xiaomi HyperCharge
- Quick Charge 3.0
- Apple 2.4A
- Samsung AFC
- Huawei FCP/SCP
- And more…
That means whether you’re charging a MacBook, a Samsung Galaxy, an iPhone, or even a Nintendo Switch, this power bank is likely to deliver the right kind of fast charging your device supports.
24,500mAh is big—but still flight safe
With 24,500mAh (89.0Wh) of rated battery capacity, I’ve been able to charge my laptop once and my phone twice on a single cycle, with juice left over. The best part? It’s still within the official 100Wh aviation limit for carry-on batteries. That’s a huge plus for travellers.
To clarify the battery specs:
- Rated capacity: 14,000mAh (5V/6A) – this is the usable capacity under standard conditions.
- Typical energy: 90.8Wh 3.63V 25,000mAh (89.0Wh 3.63V 24,500 mAh) – well below the airline carry-on threshold of 100Wh
(Battery Capacity Policy: Malaysia Airlines, Air Asia, Batik Air). - Labelled capacity: 24,500mAh – total nominal capacity of the battery cells.
This is not a small unit. At 315g, it is slightly heavier than a typical smartphone and bigger than your average power bank. But given what it can do, I’m willing to make the trade-off — weight and size for power!
Fast in, fast out
Another underrated feature: 90W max input via USB-C. It even comes with a 100W USB-C charging cable. With a compatible charger, you can fully recharge the power bank in 2.5 hours. That makes it super practical to use on-the-go—top it up whenever you can, and continue using it when you’re away from a plug point.
Thoughtful design touches
There’s a small colour display on the front panel that gives you real-time info: remaining battery %, charging speed in watts, estimated time to full charge, and even the protocol in use (like PD or SCP). This might sound like overkill for non-techy people, but it’s super helpful for those who want to know exactly what’s going on.
For its size and weight, it’s nice and easy to hold. The matte finish and clean lines also make it look sleek—not like something you’d hide away in your bag.
It has replaced my wall plug, really
That might sound dramatic, but it’s true. I leave this power bank by my bedside ready for when I need to charge my phone and earbuds—it’s easier than reaching over to turn on the power point behind my bedside table. When I leave the house, I just unplug it and throw it in my bag—it’s ready to go. It has replaced the need for a wall charger and power socket for me.
Downsides?
Not many. Yes, it’s big and heavy, but that’s to be expected given the 24,500mAh capacity and 212W output. The other thing I would like is more info on the colour display, like output per charging port. Among its class of high-capacity, high-power power banks, the Xiaomi 212W HyperCharge holds its own.
An alternative to this would be the UGreen Nexode 200W 24500mAh power bank. It’s lighter, has a more detailed TFT display that shows specific power output for each port and is also flight safe. On the flip side, it has a slower charging speed overall (In: 65W vs 90W. Out: 200W vs 212W). Price-wise, it’s cheaper at the time of writing (with a limited-time Shopee Shocking Sale discount: RM308.57) but its list price is almost double the Xiaomi at RM747.50.
Final thoughts
If you’re looking for a power bank that can charge everything from your phone to your laptop, supports the latest charging standards, and recharges fast—the Xiaomi 212W 24,500mAh HyperCharge Power Bank is hard to beat.
This is one of those rare gadgets that does exactly what it promises. It’s earned a permanent place in my bag and on my bedside table. Highly recommended.
• Price: RM469. RM332.10 (during sale)
