Description
The Anker Charger (140W, 4-Port, PD 3.1) with USB-C Cable (Model A2697) is a high-performance, multi-device desktop/wall charger. It leverages advanced Gallium Nitride (GaN) architecture and USB Power Delivery (PD) 3.1 Extended Power Range (EPR) technology to deliver massive power outputs in a compact footprint.
Key Specifications & Features
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Total Max Output: 140W
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Port Configuration (4 Ports Total):
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2 × USB-C (PD 3.1): Capable of up to 140W max individually (e.g., for high-end MacBook Pros).
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1 × USB-C (PD): Capable of up to 40W max.
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1 × USB-A: Capable of up to 33W max (supports Quick Charge and various proprietary fast-charging protocols).
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Dimensions: $2.72 \times 2.72 \times 1.42$ inches ($69 \times 69 \times 36$ mm)
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Weight: Approx. 13.93 oz (395 g)
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Included Accessory: Comes with a high-grade 240W USB-C to USB-C E-Marker cable, which is required to safely unlock speeds beyond 100W.
Detailed Breakdown
1. Power Delivery 3.1 (PD 3.1) Support
Unlike older legacy chargers capped at a 100W ceiling, PD 3.1 EPR allows the charger to push up to 28V at 5A (140W) out of its primary USB-C ports. This makes it fully optimized for power-hungry laptops like the 16-inch MacBook Pro, high-end Dell XPS, and gaming laptops.
2. Smart Dynamic Power Distribution
When multiple devices are plugged in simultaneously, Anker’s intelligent internal distribution shifts wattage dynamically based on demand:
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Dual Ports (USB-C1 + USB-C2): Splits evenly at 70W + 70W to fast-charge two laptops at once.
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Triple/Quad Ports: Intelligently allocates power across the remaining USB-C and USB-A ports to keep phones, tablets, and accessories charging concurrently without dropping connections.
3. High-Definition Smart Display
The charger features a built-in real-time OLED/color screen that visually provides:
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Live power output/draw metrics per port.
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Real-time internal temperature monitoring status.
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Total operating time counters and dynamic power-sharing maps.
4. Advanced Safety (ActiveShield 2.0)
Anker’s proprietary safety suite monitors temperatures over 3 million times per day. If heavy loads cause a spike in heat during extended multi-device usage, ActiveShield automatically throttles or scales back power output to protect your devices’ battery health and prevent thermal runaway.
5. Physical Design & Portability
Despite packing 140W of capability, GaN componentry keeps the size remarkably small compared to standard OEM power bricks. It features a foldable wall plug (ideal for travel) and a stable stacked layout designed to stay firmly planted in wall outlets without sagging.
Ideal Use Cases
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The Single-Brick Traveler: Ideal for professionals carrying a MacBook, tablet, phone, and wireless earbuds who want to pack just one wall charger.
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Desktop Workstations: Clears up desk clutter by replacing up to four separate charging bricks with a single organized hub.






