Anker Nano 3 (511)
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Tiny but mighty: the Anker Nano 3 (511) packs 30W into a body 70% more compact than a standard charger, with prongs that fold flat for travel.
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Characteristics
- Power: 30W
- Port: 1 x USB-C
- Technology: GaN, PowerIQ 3.0 PPS
- Format: 70% more compact, foldable US plug
- Fast 30W in an ultra-compact pocket body
Detailed overview: Anker 511 Charger, 30W GaN wall charger
The Anker Nano 3 (511) is a 30W USB-C wall charger that makes compactness its whole pitch. Thanks to GaN (gallium nitride) technology, Anker shrinks the electronics dramatically: the Nano 3 is up to 70% more compact than a standard charger of equivalent power, while delivering the same energy. The case stays small enough to disappear into a bag or a pocket.
On performance, it relies on Anker's own PowerIQ 3.0 with PPS. In practice, it recharges an iPhone up to 3 times faster than a stock 5V charger, and handles fast charging for Samsung Galaxy (PPS compatible), Google Pixel, iPad, AirPods, and other USB-C devices. Its 30W is enough to quickly charge most smartphones and even top off a tablet or a small laptop.
The US model adds one real upgrade over its European sibling: foldable prongs that tuck flat against the case, instead of the fixed prongs used on the UK and EU version. That makes the ultra-compact format an even better fit for a travel pouch or a bag pocket, neatly replacing a bulky stock charger. Anker includes its usual protections against overvoltage and overheating for safe charging.
Note: the cable is not included, so you will need a USB-C cable that matches your device (USB-C to USB-C, or USB-C to Lightning for older iPhones). For anyone after a fast, reliable, and genuinely tiny charger, the Nano 3 is a safe bet.
Full specifications
Detailed characteristics
Power input
| Power source?Mains wall socket or the vehicle's 12/24 V car socket. | Wall socket (AC) |
|---|---|
| Input voltage?Accepted input voltage range; 100-240 V allows use abroad. | 100-240 V |
Output and ports
| Total power?Maximum power delivered across all ports. | 30 W |
|---|---|
| USB-C ports?Number of USB-C ports and the fastest port's power. | 1 × 30 W |
| Fast-charge protocols?Supported fast-charge standards (PD, PPS, QC, SCP…). | USB PD, PPS |
Technology and format
| GaN technology?Gallium nitride: more compact and efficient than a classic silicon charger. | Yes |
|---|---|
| Foldable prongs?The prongs fold in to protect the bag during transport. | Yes |
Our tester's review: Christophe Delpuech
We put the Nano 3 (511) through its paces on several devices, and it holds up to its 30W claim: an iPhone 14 Pro pulls around 20W, a Pixel 7 close to 18.7W, and even a MacBook Air picks up roughly 26.5W for a quick top-up. Thermal behavior stays steady too, with the case settling around 160°F (71°C) under sustained full-power use and no drift. Good news for US buyers: unlike the fixed-prong unit sold in the UK, our American unit ships with the folding plug tucked into the case, genuinely handy for a pocket or a laptop bag. The safety margin before the charger cuts out under overcurrent felt a touch tight on our sample. No cable is included and there is only one port, so it charges one device at a time. For a small, fast, dependable everyday charger, it remains a safe bet.
In-depth review Anker Nano 3 (511) 30W: our full review 4.3/5 Read our full review → Actual charging current not measured Battery compatibility not measured Safety and protections 4.2 Build and endurance 4.0 Cables and connectors not measured Actually delivered power 4.4 Multi-port power sharing not measured Protocol compatibility 4.4 Size and technology 4.4Frequently asked questions: Anker 511 Charger, 30W GaN wall charger
Yes. With its 30W and PowerIQ 3.0 technology, it recharges an iPhone up to 3 times faster than a stock 5V charger, reaching about 50% in roughly thirty minutes on compatible models.
Yes. It supports PPS, the fast-charging protocol used by Samsung Galaxy phones, and also charges Google Pixel, iPad, AirPods, and most USB-C devices. Its 30W suits these uses well.
No, the cable is not included. You will need a USB-C cable that matches your device (USB-C to USB-C, or USB-C to Lightning for iPhones up to the 14). The charger's port is USB-C.
Yes. The American unit ships with foldable prongs that tuck against the case, a design not used on the fixed-prong version sold in the UK and EU, and a real plus for a bag or pocket.
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Published on 02/09/2026