Best iPhone SE fast chargers
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Apple didn't include a charger in the box of its $429 iPhone SE, and most other companies from the Android world have now followed by ditching any brick in the box. Thankfully, the GaN charger revolution from the likes of Anker means that you don't even have to bother with Apple's official chargers now as there are much cheaper and no less capable alternatives.
Apple advises that you can charge the iPhone SE 3 to half of the battery's capacity in 30 minutes with a 20W brick, so at least that charging speed is supported unlike its predecessor that shipped with a 5W unit that took forever to pump up even this puny battery.
If you are looking to get the best quality for the least amount of money, look no further than Anker’s PowerPort Mini in a pack of two chargers that come out to $11 each at Anker's current promo. Granted, it is not as fast as the new Nano 3, but has a tiny footprint that gets even tinier with the included foldable plug. You will barely feel it when on the road or your daily commute.
The new Nano Pro is now called the Anker 521 and offers up to 40W of fast charging abilities for any Apple product you may throw at it. It comes with a protection system called ActiveShield, which intelligently monitors temperature and manages power to protect your iPhone from overheating or charging excessively.
Just like the ArcStation Pro from Spigen, Anker’s Nano Pro is also a GaN charger, which is what allows its small size and low power consumption. The Nano Pro also comes with a worry-free 18-month warranty.
Apple makes its own 20W fast charger block, which is a great choice in terms of compatibility. If you are planning on using any of the wireless chargers offered by Apple, this 20W USB-C charger block is guaranteed to work perfectly with them.
Spigen’s ArcStation Pro is a 20W Gallium Nitride (GaN) charger. These types of chargers offer much more efficient power consumption and therefore stay significantly cooler while being used. More efficient charging means less electricity used to juice up your iPhone and longer life for the power adapter itself. A win-win situation.
Belkin’s GaN wall charger is perfect if you find yourself tight on space. It is longer than the rest of the options in this list, but it compensates that with being thin. Belkin has added their own form of protection to this fast charger, which will keep your iPhone safe from overcurrent and overvoltage damage.
Charging cables
Cables sometimes end up being surprisingly expensive when you start looking for a new one. This one from AmazonBasics is affordable, double-braided, and is MFi certified, which means guaranteed compatibility with your iPhone.
The Belkin Boost Charge is just another similar option to the Anker Powerline Plus II that is slightly longer but also a bit more expensive.
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You'd have to buy the iPhone SE charger separately, as is the trend, so below are your options besides Apple's official 20W brick that will also serve you well for numerous other iPhones, at least until Apple finally decides to move away from its shamefully slow charging ways with future ones.
Best iPhone SE chargers
Anker 511 Nano 3
A new compact addition to Anker's roster, the powerful 30W 511 Nano 3 charger stands out in the value-for-money realm with foldable prongs and, surprise, a housing that can be bought in various colors.
So far, the Anker 511 Nano 3 comes in Lilac Purple, Misty Blue, Natural Green, Phantom Black, and the not-so-orthodox Aurora White color, so you can match every hue your iPhone SE 2022 comes in at least approximately. The new Anker motto is "Nano now charges everything," as you can only carry the 511 Nano 3 for your iPhone, iPad, AirPods, Apple Watch and even Mac on longer trips.
The Anker 511 Nano 3 also comes with the next version of Anker's proprietary ActiveShield tech that continuously monitors its temperature over 3 million times per day for extra safety.
Anker PowerPort Mini 2-Pack with foldable plug
If you are looking to get the best quality for the least amount of money, look no further than Anker’s PowerPort Mini in a pack of two chargers that come out to $11 each at Anker's current promo. Granted, it is not as fast as the new Nano 3, but has a tiny footprint that gets even tinier with the included foldable plug. You will barely feel it when on the road or your daily commute.
Anker 521 Charger (Nano Pro)
The new Nano Pro is now called the Anker 521 and offers up to 40W of fast charging abilities for any Apple product you may throw at it. It comes with a protection system called ActiveShield, which intelligently monitors temperature and manages power to protect your iPhone from overheating or charging excessively.
Amazon Basics 30W GaN charger
Compatible with all iPhones, this is the best price for a compact GaN charger to go with your budget iPhone SE. It delivers USB-C PD speeds above and beyond what's needed to top up your iPhone SE, and you don't pay the brand premium of other chargers despite that the internals are the same. Did we mention that this basic charger is foldable for compact storage, too? Well, it is, and not so basic anymore.
Apple 20W USB-C power adapter
Apple makes its own 20W fast charger block, which is a great choice in terms of compatibility. If you are planning on using any of the wireless chargers offered by Apple, this 20W USB-C charger block is guaranteed to work perfectly with them.
Spigen ArcStation Pro
Belkin GaN wall charger
Belkin’s GaN wall charger is perfect if you find yourself tight on space. It is longer than the rest of the options in this list, but it compensates that with being thin. Belkin has added their own form of protection to this fast charger, which will keep your iPhone safe from overcurrent and overvoltage damage.
Charging cables
PowerLine+ II Lightning Cable 3-Pack
The Powerline Plus II is Anker’s best offer when it comes to charging cables and this one here comes in a pack of three that offer various lengths for all you Apple charging needs. They boast incredible durability and support speeds that are much higher than the ones the iPhone can handle, which means you can also use it to charge other devices. Anker is so confident in the durability of the Powerline Plus II line that it offers a lifetime guarantee with it.AmazonBasics nylon braided USB-C to Lightning cable
Cables sometimes end up being surprisingly expensive when you start looking for a new one. This one from AmazonBasics is affordable, double-braided, and is MFi certified, which means guaranteed compatibility with your iPhone.
Belkin Boost Charge USB-C cable
The Belkin Boost Charge is just another similar option to the Anker Powerline Plus II that is slightly longer but also a bit more expensive.
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