The Zime Z5 has a capacity of 25,000 mAh (90 Wh) and a total output of up to 145 W. Its two USB-C ports and one USB-A port can charge a laptop, phone and tablet, with the first USB-C port delivering up to 140 W on its own. A digital display shows the battery level and charging information.
The Zime Z5 has a capacity of 25,000 mAh (90 Wh) and a total output of up to 145 W. Its two USB-C ports and one USB-A port can charge a laptop, phone and tablet, with the first USB-C port delivering up to 140 W on its own. A digital display shows the battery level and charging information.
Capacity and air travel
The 90 Wh capacity can recharge a smartphone multiple times or replenish a laptop’s battery. According to the manufacturer, the power bank can charge an iPhone around five times, an iPad Pro almost twice and a smaller MacBook at least once. The actual number of charges depends on the device’s battery capacity, its power consumption while charging and energy losses.
At 90 Wh, the Zime Z5 may also be suitable for air travel. Before flying, check your airline’s current rules for carrying power banks in hand luggage and using them on board. Capacity alone does not guarantee that every carrier will permit them in all circumstances.
Three ports and up to 145 W output
The power bank has the following outputs:
- USB-C1: up to 140 W with Power Delivery 3.1 support, suitable for charging more powerful laptops.
- USB-C2: up to 100 W, enough to charge many laptops.
- USB-A: up to 65 W with support for several fast-charging protocols, including those used by compatible smartphones.
When charging multiple devices at once, the total output is up to 145 W. For example, this could mean charging a laptop at 100 W and a smartphone at 45 W, although the actual power distribution depends on the ports used and the supported modes. The individual port maximums therefore cannot simply be added together. Actual output also depends on the connected device and cable.
Protocols and display
The Zime Z5 supports PD2.0, PD3.0, PD3.1, PPS, QC2.0, QC3.0, AFC, FCP and SCP. This allows it to use fast charging with a range of compatible devices; the charging speed depends on the protocol also supported by the device being charged.
The digital display shows the power bank’s charge level, voltage and power at each port. This lets users monitor the remaining charge and see how much power connected devices are receiving.
Recharging the power bank and dimensions
The power bank recharges via USB-C. USB-C1 supports an input of up to 100 W, while USB-C2 accepts up to 65 W. A higher input can shorten recharge time if the charger and cable also support it.
The power bank measures 160 × 80.8 × 26.7 mm. Its body is made from a combination of ABS and PC plastics. Its size makes it better suited to a larger bag or backpack than a small pocket.