If you’re looking for a high-capacity power bank that can charge not just your phone, but your laptop and Steam Deck too, the T130LP 65W PD 20000mAh USB-C power bank is one of the great and affordable choices. It’s sold under various brand names like USAMS, TECHSMARTER, and Boste, and also comes in a 30000mAh version. I got my hands on the Boste-branded model, and here is what I found.
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Important note: As already mentioned in the beginning, this product is available under many different brands, from many resellers. Although my review unit was distributed under the Boste branding, you can find the exact same (or very similar) T130LP power banks sold under brand names such as TECHSMARTER, USAMS, and many more. This is the case with many Chinese manufactured products like this. There may be some minor differences between these seemingly identical products. Be mindful of this when shopping around.
First – The Specs
| Model: | T130LP |
| Battery Capacity: | 20000mAh / 3.7V 74Wh |
| Rated Capacity: | 12000mAh (5V/3A) |
| USB-C Input: | 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/2.25A (45W Max) |
| USB-C Output: | 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/3.25A (65W Max) |
| USB-A1 Output: | 4.5V/5A, 5V/4.5A, 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A (22.5W Max) |
| USB-A2 Output: | 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A (18W Max) |
| Total Output (all ports): |
15W (5V/3A) |
| Weight: | ~440g |
| Material: | ABS+PC |
| Battery Type: | Lithium Polymer |
What’s In The Box & Build Quality
Inside the box, you’ll find the T130LP power bank itself and a durable, braided USB-C to USB-C cable capable of charging your devices with 65W of power. The unit feels solid, is reasonably heavy which is expected from a battery of this capacity (it weighs about 440g), and has a matte finish that does catch some fingerprints.
Despite its size and weight it’s still pretty pocketable, and its 20000mAh version is also TSA/airplane friendly, as it doesn’t exceed 100Wh (~27,000mAh) in capacity. It’s compact enough to easily fit into a backpack or laptop bag. The front features a small digital display, which we will cover in a bit.
Ports & Functionality
On the bottom of the power bank, you can find two USB-A ports and one USB-C port. You can use all of the ports to charge your devices, but the power bank itself can only be charged via the USB-C input.
- USB-C (In/Out): Delivers up to 65W of power, sufficient to charge many modern laptops. It also serves as the only power input on this device, accepting up to 45W to recharge the power bank quickly (which should take up to 3 hours).
- USB-A1 Output: Supports fast charging up to 22.5W.
- USB-A2 Output: Provides up to 18W of power.
The detailed electrical specifications are conveniently printed on the bottom of the device, and you can take a look at them below (you can click on the image to enlarge it).
One important detail to note is that while the USB-C port can output 65W on its own, the total output is limited to just 15W when all three ports are used simultaneously. This is a common limitation in multi-port power banks but is nevertheless important to mention here.
It’s also important to understand the difference between the battery capacity (20000mAh) and the rated capacity (12000mAh). The rated capacity reflects the actual power available to charge your devices after accounting for voltage conversion and efficiency losses, which is a standard characteristic of all power banks. A 12000mAh rated capacity is typical for a 20000mAh battery, indicating normal and expected efficiency of this kind of battery pack.
The Display & Real-World Performance
The digital display is a neat feature. When a device is fast charging, small “PD” or “QC” icons appear next to the percentage, confirming that the highest charging speed is being delivered and an appropriate charging protocol is in use.
This small screen will be on throughout the entire charging process, and will turn off after a while once the device you’re charging is disconnected. A small button on the right side of the power bank allows you to wake the display when no device is connected to see how much charge you have left.
Final Verdict – Is It Worth It?
It’s reasonably well-designed, has a built-in display, comes in both a 20000 and 30000 mAh versions and is able to quick charge my smartphone, laptop and Steam Deck, supporting both PD and QC standards. It’s also pretty handy for charging my retro emulator handhelds on the go, although it might be a little bit overkill for that purpose.
For me, it’s just enough, especially considering its price, which fluctuates at about $50, depending on the model and the exact branding. Pretty good for a no-name design like this!