Zpacks
Nitecore NB Air 5000mAh Power Bank
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Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$39.95
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Overview
Engineered for endurance athletes and ultralight purists, the Nitecore NB Air delivers 5,000mAh of reliable power in a featherweight 3.1 oz form factor. Its carbon fiber frame and USB-C fast charging ensure you're always powered up without the burden of bulk. Whether you're tracking GPS, lighting your camp, or capturin
Specs
- Brand
- Zpacks
- Weight
- 89 g · 3.1 oz
- Type
- Power bank
Weight vs. category
50% lighter than the category average.
How it measures up
Against every one of the power in the RidgeNote register with a published figure. Manufacturer-listed; sources and dates are on this page.
- Weight
- 3.1 oz (89 g)
- Lighter than 86% of 7 weighed · #1 lightest
- -44% vs the median 5.6 oz
- Price
- $39.95
- Cheaper than 71% of 7 priced · #2 cheapest
- -33% vs the median $59.95 · $12.73/oz (median $10.62/oz)
The cheapest is INIU Portable Charger at $27.99 — $11.96 less and 106 g heavier.
RidgeNote verdict
Similar — lighter or cheaper
Compared with
Side by side on weight, list price and cost per ounce.
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Manufacturer list price (MSRP)
$39.95