Under a thousabd: Lots of battery, decent wireless charging for not too much

Under a thousabd: Lots of battery, decent wireless charging for not too much

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Portronics is making waves in the budget-friendly mobile accessory market with its Luxcell range of power banks. Known for being compact, lightweight, and stylish, these power banks stand out with their eye-catching designs and decent charging speeds, all while maintaining an affordable price point—a hallmark of Portronics. The latest addition, the Portronics Luxcell Wireless Mini, continues this trend by offering wireless charging at a remarkably low price. In a market where wireless charging power banks typically exceed Rs 2,500, the Luxcell Wireless Mini is available for Rs 1,250 and often dips below Rs 1,000 with the right offers.

Feature-Packed and Stylish

The Portronics Luxcell Wireless Mini offers impressive features for its price. Unlike many affordable wireless charging power banks with smaller capacities, this one boasts a 10,000 mAh battery. It includes a USB Type-C port, a Type-A port, and a wireless charging pad. Notably, it supports MagSafe charging, attaching magnetically to compatible phones. Charging speeds are commendable: up to 15W for wireless charging, 20W for the Type-C port, and 20W for the Type-A port. The power bank itself charges at 18W through the Type-C port, exceptional for a power bank priced around Rs 1,000.

Despite its capabilities, the Luxcell Wireless Mini is compact and colorful. Measuring 136 mm in length—similar to an iPhone 13 mini—it’s 21 mm thick and weighs just 210 grams. It fits comfortably in the palm of your hand or a pocket. Made entirely of plastic, it features striking yellow and light blue Under a thousand: Lots of battery, decent wireless charging…for not too much

shades, with a raised striped portion and a transparent panel showing some internal components. This panel also houses four LEDs indicating battery levels and charging status. It's a sleek, portable package.

Efficient Charging, With or Without Wires

Performance-wise, the Luxcell Wireless Mini excels. The 22.5W and 20W wired charging options are fast, while wireless charging is also efficient. An iPhone 15 Pro Max charged from 22% to 52% in about 30 minutes, and AirPods charged easily on the wireless pad. Wireless charging was slightly faster on Android devices like the Nothing Phone (2), but the difference was negligible. The power bank can charge three devices simultaneously, though this slows down charging speeds considerably.

Charging the power bank itself takes about 4-5 hours with a 33W charger. A Type-C to Type-C cable is included, though it’s only about six inches long, making it less useful for charging the power bank. The battery life LEDs become less accurate when multiple devices are connected. There’s a button next to the ports for switching the power bank on and off, though it activates automatically when connected to a device—convenient. The magnet is strong, securely attaching to an iPhone 15 Pro Max even through a cover.

Overall, the Portronics Luxcell Wireless Mini is an excellent choice for those seeking a light, portable power bank with wireless charging support. It offers decent charging speeds, a reasonable number of ports, and a stylish design. While some might prefer two USB Type-C ports instead of a Type-C and Type-A, this is a minor issue given the prevalence of Type-A to Type-C cables. A magnetic disk for attaching to non-magnetic phones would have been a nice addition, but it’s a small compromise for the affordable price.

Even without wireless charging, the Luxcell Wireless Mini would be a sound investment at around Rs 1,000. With wireless charging, it’s arguably one of the best value-for-money power banks available. Combining portability, power, and style at a great price, it’s a standout accessory.