Need a Powerbank for My Laptop

jlim87 on 12/02/2020 - 21:08

Hi all,

I use a ASUS ZenBook Pro Duo UX581GV which doesn't charge in planes which really sucks when I'm on a long flight and want to get some work done. Apparently there's powerbanks that can charge laptops, such as : https://www.auspowerbanks.com.au/product/asus-87w-pd-laptop-…

There's others, but a little worried of them not working for my laptop.

Would love to hear some suggestions on what power bank to get, what's a decent price for one and where! Was hoping to pick one up in person as I may not get it in time for travels next week.

Thanks in advance to anyone with suggestions/advice.

Find Me A Bargain ASUS Computer Laptop Power Bank

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Mechz on 12/02/2020 - 21:56

Probably get something decent on Amazon Prime very quickly. Cheaper than bricks and mortar for sure.

https://www.amazon.com.au/Satechi-Type-C-Travel-Charger-Adap…

That one looks pretty good.
- jlim87 on 12/02/2020 - 22:07
  
  This looks good, but it's not going to charge the ASUS zenbook pro duo as it's not USB C. Unless I'm missing something.
  - Mechz on 12/02/2020 - 22:12
    
    What's so weird about it that it won't charge on a plane?
    - cameldownunder on 12/02/2020 - 22:17
      
      charger probably draws too much power and the power outlet on the plane shuts down. Max output might be around 70W.
      My sons laptop could not be charged, my tablet could.
  - Numlock on 12/02/2020 - 22:14
    
    Buy the one that Asus Recommends. Don't buy 3rd party crap.
    
    Dell have their own line of power banks for all their power connectors.
    - jlim87 on 12/02/2020 - 22:27
      
      totally don't mind paying for it, business expense. Just unsure what will work.
      
      This is the only ASUS one i found but like i mentioned above, my laptop isn't USB C, so this leaves only 3rd party ones available.
      https://www.asus.com/Phone-Accessories/ASUS-ZenPower-Max/
      - spal on 13/02/2020 - 05:14
        
        @jlim87: Would a USB-USB C cable work?
        
        lunchbox99 on 13/02/2020 - 08:38
        
        @spal: normal USB A ports don't support power delivery
CheepAsChips on 14/02/2020 - 20:32

You certainly have a serious piece of valuable hardware.

As stated above by Numlock on 12/02/2020 - 22:14, I also wouldn't mess around, talk to tech staff at ASUS about your exact requirements & have reply confirmed in writing.
Model suggests you have Thunderbolt3 USB C but for data & external display only.
8 cell battery that can charge to 50% in 15 minutes.
20 years ago our mission critical equip had second batteries.
Curious - how long does a fully charged battery last.
Would you be kind enough to post ASUS response.

Need a Powerbank for My Laptop

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