Which is better for a Samsung phone?

The Nano with cable. It lists PPS 5.0-11V at 5A, which is what Samsung Super Fast Charging uses. The Smart Display model does not list PPS.

Which is better for an iPhone?

The Smart Display model. It recognizes iPhone 15/16/17 and iPads, and Care Mode lowers charging temperature by up to 9°F, which suits overnight charging.

Is the Smart Display worth the extra?

Its best new price is $32.49 at eBay as of November 7, 2026. You pay for the display, foldable prongs and Care Mode. If you mainly need a cable and Samsung speed, the Nano with cable covers that.

Do both charge at 45W?

Yes. Both are rated 45W max. The Nano with cable lists PPS profiles; the Smart Display adjusts output by battery level and charges an iPhone 17 Pro to 50% in about 20 minutes in Anker's lab tests.

Which is easier to travel with?

The Smart Display model, because its prongs fold 180°. The Nano with cable has fixed prongs and adds a 6 ft cable, about 2.05 oz more in the bag.

Neither maker states a lifespan. Both use GaN and include temperature protection: ActiveShield on the Nano with cable, TÜV-certified Care Mode on the Smart Display.

Anker Nano 45W Charger with USB-C Cable vs Anker Nano Charger 45W Smart Display

Both are 45W Anker GaN chargers, so the choice comes down to the cable and the display. The Nano with cable (B2692) is the simpler buy for Samsung phones and anyone who wants a 6 ft cable in the box. The Smart Display model adds a status screen, foldable prongs and iPhone Care Mode, and its best new price is $32.49 at eBay as of November 7, 2026.

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