There are products that people test mainly because it is their job. And then there are products that they look forward to the moment the first information about their existence appears. This was exactly the case with the new magnetic power banks LINQ powered by Xtorm, which try to attract not only the performance but also theonem, but also the battery technology, materials used and design. And it was the last two things mentioned that made me curious whether the manufacturer was really bringing something new, or if it was just another MagSafe power bank, of which there are already a lot on the market today.
I've tried quite a few magnetic power banks over the past few years. Some were cheap and surprisingly good, while others were expensive and full of compromises. I often encountered weak magnets, plastic processing, slow charging, or unnecessarily heavy weight. I admit that I was quite skeptical about the new products from LINQ before the test. When a manufacturer starts talking about revolutionary battery technology, premium design, or a new wireless charging standard, in practice it usually just means a nice marketing sauce. But this time I was wrong.
Two arrived at the editorial office varianty – a model with a capacity of 5,000 mAh and a larger 10,000mAh version. Since both power banks are practically identical in terms of construction and differ mainly in capacity, dimensions and weight, I decided to consider them as one joint review. KoneAfter all, that's exactly what I think makes the most sense in testing them. In the end, it's not about which one is better, but rather which one will better suit a specific use case.
I used them for a few days with iPhonem 17 Pro, which I charged almost exclusively wirelessly. I carried power banks in my backpack, in my pocket, used them at home at work and during car trips, trying to simulate situations that people find themselves in every day. And I have to say that they managed to surprise me in several ways.
Technical Specifications
On paper, both power banks look very similar. The manufacturer has opted for an aluminum body for both, support for the latest Qi2.2 standard with wireless charging.onem up to 25 W, USB-C toonewhich supports Power Delivery, pass-through charging or Semi-solid State technology, which is supposed to offer better thermal stability and significantly longer life compared to classic lithium-ion cells. The manufacturer even states more than one and a half times the number of charging cycles compared to conventional magnetic power banks.
The main differences are mainly in size. Smaller varianta will offer a capacity of 5,000 mAh, a thickness of only 8 mm and a weight of 118 grams. The larger model has a capacity of 10,000 mAh, a thickness of 13 mm and a weight of 188 grams. Neither of the values seems excessive and both power banks maintain very compact dimensions. So, everything looks very good on paper. But specifications are one thing and actual use is another.
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Testing
The first contact with both power banks was perhaps the biggest surprise of the entire testing. Before I even connected them to the phone, I held them in my hand and one thing immediately occurred to me - this is exactly what I think a premium iPhone accessory should look like.
Aluminum, precise fit of individual parts, pleasant surface finish and subtle knurling on the back really look luxurious. It is not a product that would try to draw attention to its presence at all costs with distinctive logos or extravagant shapes. On the contrary. The design is very restrained and that is exactly why I was attracted to it. It looks just as nice in combination with iPhonem 17 Pro. After snapping it onto the back of the phone, I didn't feel like I was holding two devices connected by a magnet. The whole thing feels like one compact unit. That's something I think a lot of manufacturers still don't do.
Another thing I was curious to test were the magnets. Although manufacturers these days often promise stronger holds than Apple, reality is often different. But I didn't have a single complaint here. The magnets hold really well. I took the phone out of my pants pocket, out of my backpack, or carried it with one hand several times, and not once did I feel like the power bank wanted to move or even fall off. This is exactly the type of feature that may not seem important when reading the specifications, but in everyday life it decides whether you will enjoy using the power bank or put it in a drawer after a week.
I was also very pleasantly surprised that it didn't get in the way even during normal use. With the smaller 5000mAh variaAfter a few minutes, I practically stopped noticing that it was connected to my phone at all. It did not significantly limit texting, browsing the Internet or taking photos. On the contrary, with the larger 10,000mAh variaOf course, you can already feel the difference. After all, it is five millimeters thicker and about seventy grams heavier. But even here I didn't feel that the phone felt unbalanced or was difficult to handle. If I had both variaIf I had to describe them in one sentence, I would say that the five thousand is ideal for everyday wear, while the ten thousand is a companion for longer trips or days when you know you won't be able to get to a socket easily.
The charging itself also deserves praise. In recent years, I have had the opportunity to try out several magnetic power banks, and with some I felt that they only slowed down the discharge of the phone. Here, the situation is completely different. Thanks to Qi2.2 support and a power of up to 25 W, I felt from the beginning that iPhone It charges really fast. ProThe display screen dimmed faster than I was used to with similar products, and there wasn't a single moment during use where I thought I'd rather reach for the cable.
A nice bonus is also the USB-C toonewhich supports Power Delivery. So it's not just MagSafe accessories for iPhone, but a full-fledged power bank that you can use to charge other devices if necessary. It comes in handy when you need to charge an iPad, headphones or other electronics that do not support wireless charging. I also appreciate the support for pass-through charging. In the evening, I connected the power bank to the charger several times, left it magnetically attached to it iPhone and in the morning both devices were charged. It's a small thing, but exactly the kind of thing you start using automatically after a few days.
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As for capacity, it was exactly what I expected. The smaller model was enough to fully charge my iPhone 17 without any problems. Pro. In the end, I think that's exactly the amount of energy that most people need during a normal day. When you leave the house in the morning with a 100% charged phone,oneThis evening you know that you still have a few more hours away from home, five thousand varianta is an ideal insurance. The ten thousand version offers a completely different comfort. During testing, I managed to get about two full phone charges and I admit that thanks to this, I completely stopped worrying about how many percent I had left in my iPhone for a few days. And in my opinion, that is exactly the main point of a quality power bank. Not chasing every percent of the battery, but simply knowing that energy will always be at hand.
An interesting chapter is the Semi-solid State technology, which the manufacturer presents as one of the main advantages of the entire line. I admit that I am always a little cautious about such claims. You simply cannot verify a longer battery life or a higher number of charging cycles during a week of testing. However, I noticed one thing. Even with longer charging, the power banks did not heat up significantly. Of course, they were warm, which is normal with wireless charging, but I never felt that they reached uncomfortably high temperatures. If better heat management is really one of the benefits of this technology, then it was not noticeable during my testing. miniat least partially confirmed.
I also like that the manufacturer did not underestimate the details. The LEDs informing about the charge status are discreet and do not disturb in any way. The surface of the power bank also keeps itself clean surprisingly well. Even though I carried it around in my pockets and backpack for several days, it was not scratched or stained as is usual with shiny plastic models. So does this pair have any weaknesses at all? Honestly, yes, but there are not many of them.
The biggest one is undoubtedly the price. LINQ powered by Xtorm is not one of those power banks that you buy just because it's on sale for a few hundred. This is a premium accessory and the price tag reflects that. Therefore, you need to ask yourself a simple question - are you just looking for the cheapest possible power source, or do you want a product that you will use without problems for several years and whose workmanship will match a phone costing tens of thousands of crowns? Personally, I am more of the latter case.
Summary
After a few days of testing, I have to say that the LINQ powered by Xtorm is one of the best magnetic power banks I've ever used. Not because it offers any one revolutionary feature, but because it does everything well. It looks great, sticks well to your phone, charges really fast, and feels like a product that will last for years of use.
If you're looking for the smallest possible power bank for everyday use, I would definitely recommend a 5,000mAh model. It's light, thin, and you'll barely notice it on the back of your phone after a while. But if you travel a lot, spend all day away from home, or just want to make sure your phone never lets you down, I'd go for the 10,000mAh model. variaThe difference in dimensions is not dramatic, while the double capacity is really noticeable in practice.
Yes, you pay extra for both power banks. But as with many other accessories, quality comes at a price. And in this case, after testing, I had the feeling that the higher price is not just a marketing sticker, but reflects what you really get for your money. If I had to choose a magnetic power bank for my iPhone from today's market for my own use, the LINQ powered by Xtorm would definitely be among the very first models I would reach for.
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