“Giant” CdSe@CdS QDs sensitized TiO<sub>2sub> photoanode is applied for efficient H<sub>2sub> production.
Electronic band structure can be modulated and regulates the efficiency of charge transfer.
Unprecedented photocurrent density (~10 mA/cm<sup>2sup>) for “giant” QD-based PEC is obtained.
Pt-free and highly stable devices are produced using low-cost materials.