Do desks with built-in power outlets and USB-C ports actually work well?

Reviewers who bought the integrated-power L-shaped models generally like the convenience of charging without an extension strip, citing the AC outlets plus USB-A/USB-C ports as a genuine perk. The cautions across communities are that these are basic pass-through strips, cord placement isn't always ideal, and a built-in strip ties one more failure point to the desk.