Nexode CD226 · exact SKU 15254 · India plug
UGREEN Nexode CD226 100W 4-Port GaN II Charger, India Plug (15254)
One compact wall charger for a laptop and everyday mobile devices. UGREEN 15254 combines two high-power USB-C ports, one lower-power USB-C port and one USB-A port within a shared 100W charging system. The guide below separates single-port ceilings from real multi-device behaviour.
Product overview
Overview
A precise buying guide for the exact fixed India-plug model—not a specification blend from similarly named Nexode chargers.
UGREEN Nexode CD226 model 15254 is a four-output AC wall charger. USB-C1 and USB-C2 are the primary laptop-class ports: either can reach 100W when used alone at the supported 20V/5A profile. USB-C3 and USB-A are each specified up to 22.5W and are better matched to phones, earbuds, watches and other lower-power equipment.
The number printed on the front is a system ceiling, not four separate 100W supplies. When two or more devices are connected, the charger negotiates and redistributes its available power. A brief charging interruption after plugging in or removing a device can be normal while the allocation changes.
At a glance
Key features
The exact port roles and verified boundaries that matter most before purchase.
Laptop-class USB-C1
Up to 100W when used alone with a compatible USB-C PD device and a correctly rated 5A e-marked cable.
Laptop-class USB-C2
The same single-port fixed-voltage ceiling as C1; both ports share one charger budget and cannot each deliver 100W together.
USB-C3 for mobile devices
Up to 22.5W with fixed and PPS profiles suited to compatible phones, tablets and accessories.
USB-A continuity
Up to 22.5W for compatible legacy cables and devices using the supported voltage and fast-charge profile.
GaN II power design
A compact four-port form with UGREEN Thermal Guard monitoring and intelligent allocation.
Charging only
The four sockets supply power; they do not transfer files, drive a monitor or turn the charger into a USB hub.
| USB-C1 / USB-C2 | 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/5A; PPS 3.3–21V/3A; 100W maximum when one of these ports is used alone. |
|---|---|
| USB-C3 | 5V/3A, 9V/2.5A, 12V/1.88A; PPS 3.3–5.9V/3A and 3.3–11V/2A; 22.5W maximum. |
| USB-A | 4.5V/5A, 5V/4.5A, 5V/3A, 9V/2A or 12V/1.5A; 22.5W maximum. |
Maximum single-port charging
Use USB-C1 or USB-C2 when one high-power device has priority
For the highest available output, connect one compatible USB-C PD laptop or other high-power device to USB-C1 or USB-C2 and leave the remaining ports unused. The receiving device requests a supported profile; the charger never forces 100W into equipment that accepts less.
- Confirm that the device accepts USB-C Power Delivery at the wattage you expect.
- Use a 5A e-marked USB-C-to-USB-C cable for a 20V/5A, 100W path.
- Expect the device, battery temperature and charging controller to reduce power as the battery fills.
- Treat UGREEN timing graphics as laboratory examples, not guaranteed results for every laptop.
One budget, four sockets
Multi-device charging and power sharing
All four ports may be occupied, but the charger has one 100W maximum total. As more devices request power, the internal controller reallocates the budget. The exact result changes with the active port combination and each device’s requested voltage and current.
- Place the most power-hungry laptop on USB-C1 or USB-C2.
- Use USB-C3 or USB-A for lower-power phones and accessories when suitable.
- Allow a brief pause or reconnect event when a cable is inserted or removed.
- Check the device’s charging indicator instead of assuming every port retained its solo maximum.
Real-world expectations
Why two laptops may charge differently
Two laptops can have different results even when they appear similar. One may request 20V PD while another reduces input because of battery state, thermal conditions or its manufacturer’s charging policy. Cable capability also matters: a 3A cable cannot provide a 5A path.
The UGREEN dual-MacBook artwork demonstrates a possible controlled scenario, not a universal allocation table. The exact model’s verified rule is simpler: C1 and C2 can each reach 100W alone, while simultaneous use divides the shared 100W system budget.
- A lower-wattage computer will draw only what it negotiates.
- Charging typically tapers near a high state of charge.
- Heavy computer use can make battery percentage rise more slowly even when input power is substantial.
- Adding a phone or accessory can trigger a new allocation for every active port.
Physical format
Compact for a four-port charger—pack the fixed pins carefully
UGREEN India lists approximate dimensions of 7.6 × 6.9 × 3.3cm and a weight of about 310g. The fixed India plug avoids a separate mains cable, but the body is still a high-power 100W adapter and may be too heavy for a worn or loose socket.
- Use a firm socket that supports the charger without sagging.
- Leave space around the body for airflow.
- Pack it so the fixed pins cannot scratch devices or be bent by pressure.
- For international travel, confirm voltage, frequency, socket shape and adapter quality; input-voltage compatibility does not make the plug fit every country.
GaN II and temperature management
Efficient electronics do not mean “heat-free”
GaN II technology allows a smaller high-power conversion stage, and the exact gallery presents Thermal Guard monitoring. Some warmth is normal when converting substantial AC power in a compact enclosure, especially with several devices connected.
- Keep the charger uncovered on a hard, open surface.
- Avoid enclosed drawers, bedding, direct sunlight and other heat sources.
- Disconnect it if heat is excessive or accompanied by smell, discoloration, crackling or intermittent power.
- Do not treat the gallery’s efficiency figure as a guaranteed result at every voltage and load.
Electrical safeguards
Protection features support safe use; they do not replace inspection
The exact gallery identifies overvoltage, overheating, overcurrent and short-circuit protection. These circuits work alongside the connected device’s charging controller and the cable’s rating.
- Inspect the charger, pins, socket and cables before use.
- Keep every connector clean and dry.
- Stop using a cable with exposed conductors, crushed insulation or loose plugs.
- Disconnect the charger during unusual mains behaviour or if protection repeatedly trips.
- Keep liquids, conductive debris and children away from the ports and mains pins.
Where it fits
Use scenarios
The charger is most useful when one wall outlet must cover a changing mix of USB-C and USB-A charging needs.
Single-laptop desk
Give one compatible laptop priority on C1 or C2, adding other devices only when reduced laptop input is acceptable.
Office charging point
Keep USB-C and USB-A cables ready for a laptop, phone, headset and other work accessories.
Family device mix
Charge several lower-power devices while recognising that proprietary fast-charge modes depend on a compatible cable and profile.
Travel kit consolidation
Replace several adapters when the destination socket and plug-adapter arrangement are safe and properly rated.
From socket to charging
Setup and usability guidance
- Inspect first. Confirm the fixed pins, casing, wall socket and all device cables are clean, dry and undamaged.
- Use a firm socket. Insert the India plug fully without forcing it, and ensure the charger does not sag or wobble.
- Connect the priority device. Put a high-power USB-C laptop on C1 or C2 with a 5A e-marked cable if up to 100W is required.
- Add lower-power devices deliberately. Use C3 or USB-A when their profiles suit the phone or accessory.
- Wait for renegotiation. After adding or removing a cable, allow the charging indicators to settle before diagnosing a fault.
- Verify actual charging. Check the operating system or a trusted USB power meter if exact behaviour matters; the front-port label is only a ceiling.
- Disconnect safely. Grip plugs rather than pulling cables, and remove the charger from the socket before cleaning or prolonged storage.
Match protocol, cable and power need
Compatible devices and systems
| USB-C PD laptops | Compatible when the laptop accepts one of the listed fixed profiles. Use C1 or C2; 100W requires a 20V/5A-capable device and 5A e-marked cable. |
|---|---|
| USB-C phones and tablets | Use a compatible USB-C port and cable. PD, PPS or another supported profile determines whether the device shows its branded fast-charge mode. |
| Samsung Galaxy devices | PPS support can enable compatible Samsung fast-charging modes, but the phone model, selected port, cable and firmware determine the actual rate. |
| iPhone and iPad | USB-C models use an appropriate USB-C cable; Lightning models require a USB-C-to-Lightning or USB-A-to-Lightning cable. No cable is listed as included. |
| Handheld consoles / power banks | Usually suitable when they accept USB-C PD within a listed profile. Check the device’s maximum input and pass-through rules. |
| USB-A accessories | Use the USB-A output with the correct device cable; the accessory negotiates within the supported USB-A profiles. |
| Barrel-plug laptops | Not directly compatible. A verified USB-C PD trigger cable may be required and must match the laptop voltage, polarity and wattage; ordinary USB cables will not work. |
| Data / display devices | Not applicable. These ports provide charging power only and do not transmit USB data or video. |
Clear product boundaries
What this product does
What this product does
- Supplies up to 100W from USB-C1 or USB-C2 when either is used alone under compatible conditions.
- Charges as many as four devices from three USB-C ports and one USB-A port.
- Negotiates supported fixed-voltage, PD, PPS and other listed charging profiles.
- Redistributes one shared 100W total as active devices change.
- Provides a compact fixed India-plug solution for home, office and travel use.
What this product does not do
- Does not provide 100W from every port or 200W from C1 and C2 together.
- Does not make USB-C3 a laptop-class 100W port; its verified ceiling is 22.5W.
- Does not transfer files, output video, provide Ethernet or act as a USB hub.
- Does not include device charging cables according to the verified package list.
- Does not guarantee every brand-specific fast-charge mode or every lab timing shown in artwork.
Reliable-use checklist
What to do
What to do
- Use C1 or C2 for the highest-power USB-C device.
- Use a correctly rated 5A e-marked cable above 60W.
- Keep the charger ventilated and the wall connection firm.
- Confirm the device input specification before expecting a wattage or fast-charge label.
- Add devices one at a time when troubleshooting power sharing.
- Carry the fixed pins in a protective compartment.
What not to do
- Do not cover the charger, operate it on bedding or trap it behind insulation.
- Do not use cracked housings, bent pins, frayed cables or loose sockets.
- Do not assume USB-C3 has the same output as C1/C2.
- Do not connect a high-power device with an unrated cable and expect 100W.
- Do not expose the charger to liquids, conductive dust or extreme heat.
- Do not use passive plug adapters or extension boards beyond their safe rating.
Read before connecting
Warnings and limitations
- Shared ceiling: 100W is the charger total; simultaneous devices receive negotiated portions of that budget.
- Per-port difference: C1/C2 are the high-power ports; C3 and USB-A are specified up to 22.5W each.
- Cable dependency: a 5A e-marked USB-C cable is required for a 20V/5A, 100W path.
- Charging interruption: plugging in or removing a device can briefly restart charging while power is reallocated.
- Heat: moderate warmth can be normal; disconnect on excessive heat, smell, noise, discoloration or repeated cut-outs.
- Socket condition: do not use the 310g charger in a loose, scorched or damaged wall outlet.
- Moisture: the charger is not waterproof; keep it away from sinks, spills and humid enclosures.
- International use: 100–240V input does not remove the need for a safe plug adapter or compliance with local electrical rules.
- Profile limits: a connector fit does not guarantee that the receiving device supports a listed voltage or protocol.
- Accessories: no USB-C, Lightning or USB-A device cable is listed as included.
Exact-SKU reference
Technical specifications
Values below come from the CD226–15254 specification sheet and the current UGREEN India product record; multi-port operation remains negotiated within the total ceiling.
| Brand / series | UGREEN Nexode GaN II |
|---|---|
| Model / SKU | CD226 / 15254 |
| Product type | Four-port AC wall charger with fixed India plug |
| AC input | 100–240V~ 50/60Hz, 2.3A maximum |
| Total output | 100W maximum shared |
| Ports | 3 × USB-C and 1 × USB-A |
| USB-C1 / USB-C2 fixed profiles | 5V/3A, 9V/3A, 12V/3A, 15V/3A, 20V/5A; 100W maximum when one is used alone |
| USB-C1 / USB-C2 PPS | 3.3–21V/3A |
| USB-C3 fixed profiles | 5V/3A, 9V/2.5A, 12V/1.88A; 22.5W maximum |
| USB-C3 PPS | 3.3–5.9V/3A and 3.3–11V/2A |
| USB-A profiles | 4.5V/5A, 5V/4.5A, 5V/3A, 9V/2A, 12V/1.5A; 22.5W maximum |
| Listed charging protocols | PD 3.0 / 2.0, QC 4+ / 4.0 / 3.0 / 2.0, PPS, AFC, Apple 5V/2.4A and BC1.2; UGREEN India also lists SCP and FCP support |
| Safety / management | Intelligent power distribution; gallery identifies overvoltage, overheating, overcurrent and short-circuit protection plus Thermal Guard monitoring |
| Approximate dimensions | 7.6 × 6.9 × 3.3cm |
| Approximate weight | 310g |
| Housing | Flame-retardant polycarbonate |
| Certification | BIS certified according to the CD226–15254 specification sheet |
| Data or video | Not supported; charging power only |
Verified included items
Package contents
In the box
- 1 × UGREEN Nexode CD226 / 15254 100W four-port GaN II charger with fixed India plug
- 1 × user manual
Plan separately
- USB-C-to-USB-C 5A e-marked cable for an intended 100W laptop path
- USB-C-to-Lightning, USB-A-to-device or other cables required by each device
- A safe, correctly rated travel plug adapter where the destination socket differs
Straight answers for exact model 15254
Product-specific FAQ
Open each question for a concise answer based on the exact specification sheet and live model imagery.
Can UGREEN 15254 charge a laptop at 100W?
Yes, USB-C1 or USB-C2 can provide up to 100W when used alone with a compatible USB-C PD laptop and a 5A e-marked cable. The laptop may accept less.
Can USB-C1 and USB-C2 each provide 100W at the same time?
No. The charger has one shared 100W total. Each high-power port reaches its 100W ceiling only under the specified single-port condition.
How powerful is USB-C3?
USB-C3 is specified up to 22.5W. It is a lower-power phone and accessory port, not a second 100W laptop supply.
What is the USB-A maximum?
The verified USB-A ceiling is 22.5W using a compatible voltage and charging profile. The connected device and cable determine the actual result.
Why does charging pause when another device is connected?
Adding or removing equipment can trigger power renegotiation. A brief interruption while the charger redistributes its shared budget can be normal.
Does it support PPS?
Yes. C1/C2 list PPS 3.3–21V/3A, while C3 lists 3.3–5.9V/3A and 3.3–11V/2A. The device and cable must support a matching path.
Do I need a special cable for 100W?
Yes. A 20V/5A path requires a USB-C-to-USB-C cable rated for 5A with an e-marker, plus a device that accepts the 100W profile.
Are charging cables included?
No device charging cable is listed in the verified package contents. Supply the correct rated cable for every connected device.
Can it transfer data or connect a monitor?
No. All four outputs provide charging power only. This product is not a hub, dock, card reader or display adapter.
Is some warmth normal?
Moderate warmth can be normal at high load. Keep the charger ventilated and disconnect it if heat is excessive or accompanied by smell, noise, discoloration or intermittent output.
Can it be used outside India?
The input is rated 100–240V at 50/60Hz, but the fixed India plug may need a safe, correctly rated adapter. Confirm destination rules and socket compatibility.
Which devices are compatible?
Many USB-C PD laptops, phones, tablets, handheld consoles, power banks and USB-A accessories can charge within a supported profile. Exact wattage and branded fast-charge modes depend on the device, cable and selected port.
