Baseus packs dual built-in cables into a $14 power bank
Baseus has launched a 20,000mAh power bank with two built-in cables — USB-C and Lightning — for roughly $14 (99 CNY) on JD.com. That price puts it well below comparable all-in-one options from Anker or INIU, which typically start around $20–35. The catch: it's a China-only launch for now, with no confirmed listing on Amazon.com, Amazon.co.uk, Currys, or John Lewis.
The cables
A built-in Lightning cable in 2026 is increasingly rare — most manufacturers have dropped it entirely as iPhones have shifted to USB-C. Baseus kept it here, which makes the power bank useful for anyone still running an older iPhone or maintaining a mixed-device bag. The USB-C cable is bidirectional at 30W, meaning it can both charge the bank and output power. Lightning tops out at 20W, which covers most charging scenarios for compatible devices.
Beyond the built-in cables, two additional ports sit on the body: a second USB-C at 30W and a USB-A at 22.5W. All four connections can run simultaneously, though the 30W total output is shared across active ports — so speeds drop when everything is plugged in at once.
The specs
The internal capacity is 74Wh, which sits comfortably under the 100Wh FAA and IATA carry-on limit. Baseus estimates roughly 3.8 full charges for an iPhone 17, and around 2–2.5 charges for a current Android flagship depending on battery size. A small LED display shows exact battery percentage rather than the usual four-dot indicator.
Charging protocol support covers PD 3.0, PPS, and QC 3.0 — broad enough to work with virtually any modern smartphone. Dimensions are 152.2×69.6×30.7mm at 435g, compact enough for a carry-on or daily bag.
The power bank is airline carry-on compliant at 74Wh. Illustration: Baseus
Availability
Gizmochina reports the power bank is live on JD.com at 99 CNY. No US or UK retail date has been announced. Baseus does sell through Amazon in both markets, so a wider rollout is plausible — but for now, importing from China is the only route. Worth noting: the fixed cables can't be replaced if they wear out, which is a longevity trade-off that removable-cable rivals avoid.
