This is the English edition of a review from my Japanese YouTube channel, iestaLife. I review gadgets from my home studio in Japan, so product links go to Amazon Japan.
Quick take
I bought two 65W chargers with almost the same specs: the UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W (5,880 yen at the time of recording) and a JACESS 65W charger (1,700 yen in white). In everyday use I could not find a real difference. The cheap JACESS was even lighter. The UGREEN feels nicer in the hand and comes in a better box, and that is about it.
What I tested
- UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W: two USB-C ports and one USB-A port
- JACESS 65W charger: the same port layout
- Charging a MacBook, an iPad and an iPhone at the same time
- A Sony camera DC coupler that only powers on with a 65W charger
What I found
- Weight on my scale: JACESS 96.4 g, UGREEN 113.5 g.
- Both split power the same way: up to 65W from one port, 45W + 20W across two USB-C ports.
- With three devices connected, both kept everything charging, with the MacBook at around 40W.
- The Sony DC coupler blinks and refuses to start on a 45W charger. On both of these chargers it lit up and the camera started.
- The UGREEN has the better finish and packaging. The JACESS does not feel cheap, though.
Side by side
| UGREEN | JACESS | |
|---|---|---|
| Photo |  |  |
| Price | 5,880 yen | 1,700 yen |
| Weight | 113.5 g | 96.4 g |
| Ports | 2C + 1A | 2C + 1A |
| 65W test | Passed | Passed |
Who it’s for
- JACESS: you want a light, inexpensive 65W charger that simply works.
- UGREEN: you prefer a well-known brand, a nicer finish, and some peace of mind on durability.
Watch the video
The video is in Japanese. The charging tests start at about 6:30, and the DC coupler test at about 8:00.
Limitations
This was one sample of each charger over a short period, so I cannot say anything about long-term durability. Prices are Amazon Japan prices at the time of recording; only the white JACESS was 1,700 yen. JACESS is a brand I had not heard of before, and it may be hard to find outside Japan.
Products
JACESS 65W charger (white): on Amazon Japan
UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W: on Amazon Japan
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