This metric is based on how easy it is to carry each battery pack, its volume, and its weight, with this trio of tests combining to account for 40% of the total score. The charging speed of this power bank takes portable mini chargers into faster rates by being able to have an Output charging speed at 5V/2. A capacity of 5,000mAh, the PowerCore is able to charge some smartphones 2 times and maybe even more.

Loading… RatingLet us know what you think about the Anker PowerCore 5000 Portable Charger by leaving a product rating. While this battery doesn't have a ton of extra features, it's ultra portable, performs well, and is affordable.Tablets aren’t competitive or really used with a power bank of this capacity, although it will charge a tablet like an iPad about 3/4 of the way through; And well, the power bank can charge a tablet quite quickly as well. On a full charge, you can get up to 2 full charges (depending on the device) with this Anker Portable Charger.

It is therefore not possible to charge another device at the same time, thus no pass through charging. However, as small as the power bank is, it’s still bigger than Anker’s premiere PowerCore+ Mini and other small power banks like the Tylt 3,200 power bank. This portable battery outperformed the OtterBox Power Pack 10000, but fell short of the Anker PowerCore 5000. With at least one complete charge for any phone, PowerCore 5000 is perfect for work, travel or at home on the couch.The PowerCore 5000 power bank is an example of the kind of innovation that Mini power banks are starting to unlock now. This put the Anker PowerCore II slightly below average, when compared to the other batteries of the group. Since 2016, Usman has flourished as an independent tech journalist, reveling in the evaluation of diverse tech gadgets, with a particular fondness for charging technology to ascertain product performance.

That’s why the PowerCore 5000 is a step in the right direction because it increases its power capabilities such as capacity and charging speed while still providing a great portable experience. The PowerCore 5000 did a bit better in our capacity test and is slightly more portable, though it also lacks any convenience features, giving it an edge over the PowerCore II Slim.Thus, overall providing a faster-charging experience for all devices that are connected to the power bank. If you’re using a wall charger that has an Output of 5V/1A, then the power bank will recharge at that speed. The build of the power bank is outstanding with a hard plastic shell and charging components that provide a trustworthy user experience.