How Does a Small Solar Cell Achieve High Amperage?

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dear experts

i saw a solar charger the size of an iphone that has high amperage rating of over 1000mA to 2000mA.

Based on the solar cell size i estimate it to produce at most 250mA at around 5 volts.

I like to know how the high amperageis derived.

is it using super capacitors ?
if so , is it charging up the sc and them discharging to battery at high amperage like 1000mA?

Thanks for reading.

best regards
Ramone
 
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