PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO Review: High Aesthetics + Multi-Protocol Charging

PANDAER's First Desktop Charging Station – Time to Declutter Your Desk

Since its inception in 2022, PANDAER, a trendy and cool brand under Meizu, has launched three major product lines: PANDAER X, PANDAER Trendy Electronics, and PANDAER Life Lab. Among them, PANDAER Trendy Electronics, with its fashionable, trendy, and avant-garde designs and practicality, has gained immense popularity among young people.
Recently, PANDAER Trendy Electronics introduced a new desktop product – the PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO. This super charging station is also Meizu PANDAER's flagship product that won the international design award - Red Dot Winner 2023.

This desktop charging product has arrived at the Fast Technology Review Lab. Next, we will conduct a hands-on experience to see how compatible it is with various devices.
Before testing, let's take a look at the features of the PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO:

1. Pure White Body Inspired by Nordic Architecture
   The PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO features an all-white body inspired by Nordic architecture. The entire panel looks very clean, and the charging station is only the size of a can of soda, taking up minimal space on your desk while significantly enhancing its aesthetics.

2. Compact 2500W High-Power Power Strip
   The charging station has three AC outlets, providing a maximum output of 2500W.
   The power strip's frame is made of V0 material, which is fire-resistant and flame-retardant. The copper wire core material has been increased by 33%, reducing energy loss while ensuring safer electricity usage. Additionally, the charging station supports eight safety protections: short-circuit protection, over-current and over-voltage protection, over-temperature protection, over-charge protection, lightning surge protection, electromagnetic interference resistance, and static electricity resistance.

3. Three Type-C Ports with Up to 120W Power Allocation
   With AC power at the back and DC power at the front, the PRO charging station's front panel integrates three Type-C ports with a total power of up to 120W. It features dual GaN (Gallium Nitride) chips to ensure daily power efficiency and safety.
   Moreover, the three USB-C ports support multiple fast-charging protocols, including PD, PPS, QC3.0, QC4.0, SCP, and FCP. As a Meizu brand, it also fully supports Meizu series smartphones, exclusively adapting to the Super mCharge fast charging of the Meizu 20 series.

Design: Pure White with 3 Type-C Ports + AC Outlets for Easy Use

The PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO adopts a pure white color scheme inspired by Nordic architecture, named Glacier White. This minimalist color helps declutter your desk, making it look clean and organized regardless of your desk's style.
Additionally, the Meizu PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO is the first product to win the international design award - Red Dot Winner 2023.
The charging station's top-right corner features the PANDAER logo, which doubles as a white breathing light when powered on.

The bottom-left corner integrates three GaN USB-C output ports with a total power of up to 120W. Each port has a corresponding indicator light to display the real-time charging power range: blue for 50-100W, green for below 50W, and red for low-speed charging.

The charging station's shell is made of V0-grade material, ensuring fire resistance and prevention. The power cord's copper wire core material has been increased by 33%, effectively reducing energy loss and ensuring safer usage with high-power devices.

The 1.8m power cord length is suitable for most desktop setups.

On the back of the power strip, there is an independent power switch. Above it is a large heat dissipation panel that maximizes cooling when high-power devices are connected.

The power cord head features a flat, square design, making it easy to use in tight spaces like near sofas or wardrobes.

The PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO comes with only a user manual as an accessory.

Experience: Multi-Protocol Fast Charging – Plug and Play

The charging station's power indicator light emits a soft white glow, ensuring it doesn't feel harsh even at night.

The charging station uses an adaptive PPS protocol, compatible with multiple charging protocols. It automatically allocates the optimal power based on the connected device, eliminating the need to search for specific protocol-compatible ports and reducing charging anxiety.

When powering three devices simultaneously, the three USB-C ports can provide power in three configurations: 60W/30W/30W, 45W/45W/30W, or 40W/40W/40W, with a total power of up to 120W.

When powering two devices, any two ports can output power in 60W+60W or 100W+20W configurations.

When using a single port, the maximum power output is 100W, suitable for charging devices like the MacBook Air.

As a PANDAER product under Meizu, the charging station exclusively supports the Super mCharge fast charging for the Meizu 20 series.

Using the original cable to charge the Meizu 20 Pro, the Super mCharge protocol is triggered, fully charging the 5000mAh battery in just 35 minutes.

We tested the USB-C port's charging power for the Meizu 20 Pro using the original cable. Using POWER-Z for power detection, the PRO charging station's single-port output can reach over 67W.

When charging the iPhone 13 Pro, the charging station automatically matches the PD 3.0 protocol, providing a peak charging power of nearly 20W.

We also tested charging a lightweight laptop via the USB-C port. In the shutdown state, the charging station recognized the 100W PD protocol, with a maximum output power of 58.18W.

Additionally, the 120W multi-protocol fast charging allows the station to intelligently match charging power. The independent RGB indicator lights clearly display the charging status.

We tested the supported fast-charging protocols, including 18W Huawei FCP, 20W Huawei SCP, 24W Samsung AFC, 24W Qualcomm QC3.0, 100W PD3.0, PPS, Apple 2.4A, and SAM 2A. Unfortunately, it does not support OPPO's VOOC or vivo's FlashCharge protocols.

Conclusion: The Ultimate Solution for a Cluttered Desk – One Power Strip for All Devices

Still struggling to organize your messy desk? Tired of constantly switching adapters due to different charging protocols?
With the PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO, these worries are a thing of the past.
If I were to recommend a must-have desktop accessory, the PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO would undoubtedly top the list. Its stunning white design and multi-protocol-compatible USB-C ports alone are enough to capture your attention.

With this desktop charging station, you can charge various digital devices without worrying about charging protocols. The three USB-C ports allow for fast charging, and the red, green, and blue indicator lights add a tech-savvy vibe to your desk.

Moreover, the PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO not only simplifies your desk but also adds a touch of technology. In our tests, it accurately paired with fast-charging protocols for devices like smartphones, lightweight laptops, headphones, power banks, and cameras – as long as they support USB-C fast charging.

The 120W multi-protocol fast charging ensures seamless switching between devices, intelligently matching the optimal power. When charging devices like headphones or smartwatches, the three-color indicator lights let you easily monitor the charging power. You no longer need to worry about device compatibility or potential damage from excessive power – just plug and charge with peace of mind.

With a maximum power output of 2500W, the charging station provides a solid foundation for your devices. Its eight safety protections ensure efficient power usage in various scenarios. One power strip is all you need to power and charge all your home appliances and digital devices, bringing a sense of satisfaction.

In summary, the Meizu PANDAER 120W Desktop Super Charging Station PRO is a compact, stylish, and easy-to-use desktop power solution. With its design and functionality, the crowdfunding price of 399 yuan is well worth it. Most importantly, its exclusive support for the Meizu 20 series' Super mCharge ensures peak power charging from any USB-C port. With this charging station, it's like having three original chargers for your phone, allowing you to carry your phone's charger with you and enjoy high-power fast charging anytime, anywhere.