Which charges a MacBook Pro faster?

The 737. Its single USB-C port pushes 140W, while the 165W model caps each USB-C port at 100W. A 16-inch MacBook Pro charges noticeably faster on the 737.

Can the 165W model charge a laptop and two phones at once?

Yes. It has three 100W USB-C ports and one USB-A port sharing 165W total, so a laptop plus two phones fits comfortably. The 737 has only two USB-C ports and one USB-A, all sharing 140W.

Is either allowed on a plane?

The 165W model is 90Wh, under the common 100Wh carry-on limit, and Anker markets it as flight-approved. The 737 is 24,000mAh, about 86Wh, also under 100Wh. Confirm with your airline.

Do I need to buy a charger to recharge them?

Neither includes a wall charger. The 165W model recharges in about 2 hours with a 100W USB-C charger. The 737 needs a high-wattage USB-C charger to refill quickly; a low-wattage one will take much longer.

Which is better for a camera bag or day pack?

The 165W model, because the retractable built-in cable means one less thing to pack and lose. The 737 is the better pick if you want to see exact remaining charge and wattage at a glance.

Is the 165W model worth it over the 737?

Only if you regularly charge three or more devices at once or want built-in cables. For a single laptop, the 737's 140W output and display are the more useful features.

Anker 737 Power Bank (PowerCore 24K) vs Anker 165W Laptop Power Bank

Both are Anker laptop power banks, but they solve different problems. The 737 PowerCore 24K delivers 140W from a single USB-C port, enough for a 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed, and its digital display shows exact wattage and remaining charge. The 165W model spreads 165W across four ports with three 100W USB-C outputs and built-in retractable cables, so it charges a laptop and several phones at once. No prices were provided for either, so compare live store prices on Deal.ai before deciding.

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