Verdampfer vs alternatives in Beijing (2025) (v7)
Verdampfer advice for Beijing, covering tracking, what to look for and where the trade-offs actually sit.
The gap between a mid-range and a premium verdampfer narrows once you know which components you actually use. Worth noting that the 510 bottom pin takes a small amount of care to keep clean, which we cover in the maintenance section below.
We spent weeks putting verdampfer options through their paces so the recommendations here reflect real use. Charging over USB-C takes about 49 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries.
The throat hit is noticeably firmer than a 55:45 PG/VG blend, so if you prefer a smoother draw, mix accordingly. Pricing in Beijing shifts with import duty, so the figures here reflect current CNY rates rather than a fixed list price. Airflow control on the RELX Pro is adjustable enough to move from a warm, restrained draw to something far more open without removing the tank.
Comparing this against a 55:45 PG/VG setup shows the difference clearly: one favours flavour, the other favours volume. The 2.5 ml capacity is a genuinely useful middle ground: enough liquid for a long session without turning the device into a pocket problem. Expect roughly 498 full puffs from a charge at 0 mg/ml, based on average session length in our testing.
The instruction booklet is thin, but the diagrams are clear enough that most people set the device up without further help. Flavour tracking stays consistent from the first day to roughly the 0.2 Ω dual mesh mark before the profile flattens and a swap makes sense. In Beijing, availability of the 0.2 Ω dual mesh coil is the practical bottleneck, not the device itself.
Charging over USB-C takes about 49 from empty, and the pass-through means the device can be used while plugged in on the smaller batteries. Two things to check before ordering: the USB-C socket on the base and whether the 0.2 Ω dual mesh coil is the newer generation. Battery behaviour is where the RELX Pro earns its keep: the 650 mAh cell holds a usable charge for most of a day at 90 and recharges over USB-C.
Specifications
The specification sheet is where the real trade-offs show.
| Reference model | RELX Pro |
|---|---|
| Brand family | Asvape |
| Battery capacity | 650 mAh |
| Power range | 90 W |
| Liquid capacity | 2.5 ml |
| Coil | 0.2 Ω dual mesh |
| Bottle size | 1.0 ml |
| Liquid ratio | 55:45 PG/VG |
| Nicotine strength | 0 mg/ml |
| Material | polycarbonate |
| Charge port | USB-C |
| Connector | 510 bottom pin |
| Airflow | adjustable sliding |
| Mouthpiece | mesh tip |
Flavour and performance notes
A representative profile is Kiwi Lime: tangy, green, described as tart kiwi balanced by lime. On a 55:45 PG/VG ratio this reads clearly on the first day and holds its character to roughly the 0.2 Ω dual mesh mark before the coil begins to mute it.
Practical considerations in Beijing
Availability in Beijing is the factor that decides most outcomes here. Confirm the 0.2 Ω dual mesh and the USB-C are both in stock before committing, and check that the 510 bottom pin matches your existing device if you already own hardware. Duty and CNY rates move, so treat prices as current rather than fixed.
Questions about a specific configuration? Send the model name and we will confirm the parts that fit.
