Anker Prime 100W vs UGREEN Nexode 100W: Best GaN Charger in 2026
Anker Prime vs UGREEN Nexode. Ports, size, heat, and charging speed compared for 100W GaN USB-C chargers.

The Anker Prime 100W and the UGREEN Nexode 100W are the two chargers that keep showing up in every "best GaN charger" list. Both promise to replace your laptop brick with something smaller, charge multiple devices at once, and not catch fire doing it.
They are close in price, close in total wattage, and both use GaN technology. The differences are in the details: port count, size, thermal behavior, and how they split power when everything is plugged in at once.
SolderMag Take: the Anker Prime is the safer buy, the UGREEN is the better deal
The Anker Prime 100W is the more refined charger. It runs cooler under sustained load, the build quality feels a notch above, and Anker's customer support has a longer track record. If you want to buy one charger and not think about it again, this is the pick.
The UGREEN Nexode 100W gives you an extra port (four total vs three), often costs less, and delivers comparable charging speeds. It runs slightly warmer and the plastic feels a half-step cheaper, but the functional difference is small. If you charge more devices simultaneously and want to save $10 to $15, the UGREEN is the practical choice.
For a travel charger or a laptop-primary setup: Anker. For a desk where you charge four things at once: UGREEN.
Ports and power allocation
Anker Prime 100W: Three ports total: two USB-C and one USB-A. The primary USB-C port delivers 100W solo. With two devices connected, it splits to roughly 65W + 30W. All three ports occupied drops the primary to about 65W, with the remaining ports sharing 35W. Anker publishes a clear power allocation table, which is refreshing.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Four ports total: three USB-C and one USB-A. The primary USB-C port does 100W alone. Two USB-C ports split to 65W + 30W. With all four ports used, the allocation gets tighter, and USB-A takes a smaller share. UGREEN also publishes its allocation table, though the four-port juggling is more complex.
Winner: UGREEN for port count. Anker for cleaner power allocation with fewer compromises when fully loaded.
Charging speed
Anker Prime 100W: Charges a MacBook Pro 14-inch from 0 to 50% in about 35 minutes on the primary port solo. Phone charging on the secondary port hits standard USB-PD speeds. The Anker negotiates power delivery quickly and does not stutter during device handshakes.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Comparable laptop charging times on the primary port. Phone and tablet charging on secondary ports is similarly fast. In single-device use, the two chargers are nearly identical in speed. The gap only appears when you load up all four ports simultaneously, where the UGREEN has to slice thinner.
Winner: Tie in single-device use. Anker has a slight edge when multiple ports are in use because there is less power splitting to manage.
Size and portability
Anker Prime 100W: Compact for a 100W charger. Foldable prongs, roughly the size of a thick deck of cards. It fits in a laptop bag pocket without much fuss. The matte black finish resists scuffs.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Slightly larger than the Anker, which makes sense given the extra port. Still smaller than any laptop brick it replaces. Foldable prongs keep it travel-friendly. The size difference is noticeable side by side but irrelevant in a bag.
Winner: Anker, by a small margin. One fewer port means a slightly smaller body.
Thermals
This is where charger quality separates from charger marketing.
Anker Prime 100W: Runs warm under heavy load but stays within comfortable territory. Sustained laptop charging plus phone charging does not make the charger hot to the touch. Anker's GaN implementation and thermal design have improved with each generation, and the Prime reflects that.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Runs warmer than the Anker under equivalent load. When charging a laptop and two phones simultaneously, the surface gets noticeably warm. It is not dangerous, and thermal protection will throttle before anything goes wrong, but the warmth is real. In hot environments or enclosed spaces, this matters more.
Winner: Anker. Cooler operation under sustained load is a meaningful quality-of-life difference.
Build quality
Anker Prime 100W: Dense, well-built, with tight seams and a satisfying weight. The prongs fold cleanly. The USB ports have firm insertion and no wobble. It feels like a product that went through multiple design iterations.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Good build quality but slightly less refined. The plastic has a faintly cheaper feel, and the prong mechanism is not quite as smooth. These are minor complaints. The charger works well and nothing feels fragile. But if you put both chargers on a table, most people would guess the Anker costs more.
Winner: Anker. The fit and finish are a step ahead.
Safety and certifications
Anker Prime 100W: Supports USB-PD 3.0, PPS, and includes Anker's ActiveShield 2.0 temperature monitoring (which checks output temperature multiple times per second). UL listed. Anker's warranty and return process are well established.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Supports USB-PD 3.0, PPS, and QC 4.0+. UL listed. UGREEN has expanded its warranty support in recent years and now offers solid coverage in the US and EU. No complaints on the safety front.
Winner: Tie. Both chargers meet safety standards and carry reputable brand warranties.
Price and value
The Anker Prime 100W typically sells for $55 to $65. The UGREEN Nexode 100W usually lands at $45 to $55. That $10 to $15 gap is consistent, and for many buyers, it is the deciding factor.
You get an extra USB-C port with the UGREEN and save money. You get better thermals and build quality with the Anker. Neither is a bad deal.
Compatibility
Anker Prime 100W: Works with any USB-PD device: MacBooks, Windows laptops, iPads, iPhones, Android phones, Steam Deck, Nintendo Switch. No compatibility surprises in our testing. The charger negotiates cleanly with every device we connected.
UGREEN Nexode 100W: Same broad compatibility, plus QC 4.0+ support for older Android devices that use Qualcomm Quick Charge rather than USB-PD. This is a minor edge, but if you have an older Samsung or Xiaomi phone that supports QC, the UGREEN will charge it faster than the Anker.
Winner: UGREEN, by a narrow margin. QC 4.0+ adds compatibility the Anker lacks.
Quick spec comparison
| | Anker Prime 100W | UGREEN Nexode 100W | |---|---|---| | Total wattage | 100W | 100W | | Ports | 2x USB-C, 1x USB-A | 3x USB-C, 1x USB-A | | Max single port | 100W USB-C | 100W USB-C | | GaN | Yes (GaN III) | Yes (GaN II) | | Foldable prongs | Yes | Yes | | USB-PD | 3.0 + PPS | 3.0 + PPS + QC 4.0+ | | Weight | ~200g | ~220g |
The verdict
Best overallAnker Prime 100W GaN Charger (3 Ports)
Best valueUGREEN Nexode 100W GaN Charger (4 Ports)
Decision checklist
Buy the Anker Prime 100W if you:
- Primarily charge a laptop and one or two other devices
- Want the charger that runs coolest under load
- Travel frequently and value compact size
- Prefer Anker's established warranty and support
- Care about build quality and materials
Buy the UGREEN Nexode 100W if you:
- Charge four devices regularly (laptop, phone, tablet, earbuds)
- Want to save $10 to $15 without a major quality drop
- Need QC 4.0+ for older Android devices
- Value port count over thermal headroom
- Use the charger at a desk rather than in a bag
Consider something else if you:
- Need 200W+ for multiple laptops (see our best 200W multi-port chargers roundup)
- Want a single-port charger for maximum simplicity (the Anker 317 in our 100W GaN charger guide is solid)
- Are unsure what wattage you need (start with our USB-C charger wattage guide)
For the full ranked list of 100W chargers, see our best 100W USB-C GaN chargers in 2026 guide. And make sure you pair any charger with a cable that can handle the power. our USB-C cable guide covers that.