The Pt catalysts supported on CQD/RGO hybrids are prepared by one pot method.
Pt nanoparticles around 2–3 nm disperse uniformly on substrate.
More than 2 times mass activity and 3 folds specific activity of Pt/C in MOR.
Clear tendency of the improving MOR performance with the increasing content of CQD.
Enhanced performance roots in the multibenefits from the adding of CQD.