If you have more than one battery-powered device at your desk, such as a MacBook Pro for heavier work, an iPad for lighter work, and an iPhone for on-the-go, then chances are you could benefit from a desk charging setup such as the Ugreen Nexode 300W USB-C GaN Charger.
A powerful, but compact charger for your desk
Ugreen’s Nexode 300W USB-C GaN Charger features five individual charging ports on the front, including:
- USB-C (1) 140W
- USB-C (2) 100W
- USB-C (3) 100W
- USB-C (4) 60W
- USB-A (1) 25W
These are, of course, the maximum outputs of each port, when all or some of the ports are used at the same time, the device intelligently throttles certain ports to prioritize others and provide its maximum 300W output via multiple ports simultaneously. The power ratios vary depending on which port(s) and the number that are being used, and we’ve included Ugreen’s graphic below depicting how this works:
This port flexibility and power range is ideal for even the most power-demanding MacBook Pros, the most power-sipping iPhones, and everything in between. Think Nintendo Switches, iPads, that USB-C powered shoulder massager you bought on Amazon, and anything else that takes USB-C power delivery. The Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger is ready for it.
When you notice your devices’ battery levels getting low, this convenient little charging box sits on your desk with its beautifully weighted stature, ready to accept and power them on demand. In fact, it even puts out enough power to charge three laptops at the same time. But who’s doing that anyways; most people have a laptop, maybe a tablet and a smartphone, or other devices like digital cameras, power banks, game consoles, etc.
Ugreen has built its Nexode 300W USB-C Desktop Charger with efficiency and heat dissipation in mind, utilizing dual Gallium Nitride (GaN) chips to make this possible. And for a 300W power adapter, we dare say it’s particularly compact as well with dimensions of just 4.37 x 3.75 x 2.08 inches. As far as weight goes, it’s 1.85 pounds – stout enough to stay put on your desk instead of shifting around.
My experience with the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger
I’ve been using the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger as my primary means of charging my devices every evening after a day’s worth of heavy work. Just as you’d expect from such a hefty charger, it keeps up with all of them, charging everything up quickly enough to put it all away again before I go to bed so it can be ready for the next day of work.
In the box, you get the Charger itself, the power cord, and a 240W USB-C cable. Everything you receive from Ugreen has a premium build quality, right down to the heavy-duty power cable that feels like it’s built to take some abuse. Of course, we’d certainly hope that would be the case if it’s supporting this much of a power demand. It plugs right into a Mickey Mouse-style port on the back of the unit:
I especially appreciate the tiered power port approach Ugreen uses (slowest charging at the bottom and fastest at the top) because this makes it easy to remember where the high and low-power ports are so I can plug things in to the most efficient port even when the room is dark and I can’t see all that well. The inclusion of the lone USB-A port is also convenient for those few legacy devices you might still have that haven’t adopted the newer USB-C standard.
Users will also notice at the bottom of the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger has rubberized feet. Combined with the 1.85-pound weight, these rubber feet keep the unit firmly planted wherever you put it on your desk. It won’t be suddenly shifting to the right or to the left because you nudged the device you’re charging, and that’s something that I think makes this thing feel quite premium.
Another thing about the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger that I really like is how it doesn’t ever seem to get ultra-hot. Digging deeper, it appears that Ugreen is using always-on temperature detection, which detects when the device starts to warm up and then adjusts power output accordingly to keep temperature in check.
So who is the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger for? In essence, if you have a power strip at your desk that’s all cluttered up with both larger and smaller power adapters, then this compact yet delightful-looking beast is likely to benefit your desk space. Not only is it powerful enough to charge most USB-C devices on the market today, but it does so in a small footprint, giving you more space to work.
If you only have a computer and an iPhone, then you probably don’t need this behemoth of a charger sitting at your desk. But maybe you still would just for the coolness factor; I would.
My thoughts
Below, I’ve compiled a list of pros and cons regarding the Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger:
Pros:
- Extremely premium build quality & slick aesthetics
- Fantastic range if ports with various charging speeds
- Powerful enough to power even the most demanding MacBook Pros
- Helps de-clutter a desk
- Included 240W USB-C cable to get you started
- GaN technology is highly efficient in heat dissipation and keeps the device compact
Cons:
- Some ports throttle charging speeds if you use several ports at the same time
- The price tag
How to get one
Now for the fun part. You’ve reviewed what I have to say about Ugreen’s Nexode 300W Desktop Charger, and now you’re weighing whether you need this kind of power on your desk to begin with. I’ll be the first to admit it’s a niche charger designed for someone who has a lot of devices (like I do), but there’s a coolness factor to it too. And more than that, the power output seems future proof for consumer electronics, so it’ll be of use to you for quite a while.
If you’re interested in acquiring a Ugreen Nexode 300W Desktop Charger of your own, then you can pick one up from Amazon for approximately $200 with the included one-click coupon (regularly $270) or from Ugreen’s own website for approximately $200 when you use the limited-time 26% off coupon UG300W (this includes free shipping). Personally, I prefer the Amazon method because you get faster shipping that way.
Considering what Apple’s single-device USB-C chargers are selling for, especially one meant to be a replacement for the 16-inch MacBook Pro, I consider this price point for such a versatile accessory with multiple ports to be an absolute steal.
Conclusion
Ugreen’s Nexode 300W USB-C Desktop Charger is an excellent charging choice for someone with a wide variety of USB-C devices. Its powerful GaN-based electronics ensure high performance while remaining efficient, and it looks great on any desk too.
Are you going to be adding one of these to your setup? Be sure to let us know why or why not in the comments section down below.