How long will my Switch run playing X game?Ĭheck out this Switch game battery life chart. See How Switch Charging Works for more details. Will Quick Charge/PowerIQ/etc help or harm the Switch?
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Best to keep the Switch’s charger with the Switch’s dock full time. Get a power bank.Ĭan I use the Switch’s AC adapter on other USB-C devices? But don’t count on it being there and outputting sufficient power. If one is available that charges your Switch, great. Most USB ports built into vehicles or public spaces are designed for phones and offer low out. Results will vary, but more often than not you won’t be able to charge the Switch unless it is asleep. Can I use the USB port in a car, bus, plane, etc? You can judge any USB charger you have based on its connection type and power output specs, which should be printed directly on it. How can I tell how well my charger will work with the Switch? It can output more than 3A, which is one of the conditions under the “overdraw by 300%” warning. The fastest charge is possible in handheld mode. Apple 61W – Charges Switch under all gaming conditions. Apple 29W/30W – Charges Switch under all gaming conditions. Apple 12W – Charges Switch under most gaming conditions. Only known USB-A charger to support 10W for the Switch. Google Pixel 18W – Charges Switch under all gaming conditions. Android: LG G5, LG G6, LG V30, Moto G6, Samsung Galaxy Note 8, Samsung Galaxy S8, Samsung Galaxy S9 – Charges Switch while asleep. What’s with the 56k Ohm resistor I’ve read about? With USB-C to USB-A cables uses one with a 56k Ohm resistor or USB-IF certification. USB-C to USB-A cables carries less current because the USB-A power source handles less current. USB 2.0/3.0/3.1 denotes data transfer rates. What’s the best USB-C cable for the Switch?Īll USB-C to USB-C cables is the same for power. There is also a list of stand out chargers at the end of both guides. Check out my Charger Buying Guide and Power Bank Buying Guide to help narrow down what would be best for you. There is no one best, as it depends on your needs, safety demands, other USB devices, and budget. What’s the best charger/power bank for the Switch? What chargers/power banks are safe to use with the Switch? If you know of a charger I may have missed you can contact me. Their specs determine their Switch ratings, and I note anything special or unusual.Īs new chargers/power banks come on the market I plan to maintain and expand these lists. Any with bad specs or red flags I dismiss. I go over their specs, reviews, and review analytic scores. I’ve also followed up on chargers mentioned by other Switch owners. I check the online retail market for USB-C chargers and power banks. That would be an expensive proposition. I have tested any product which has its own review posted (see the Reviews menu above). Have you tested all of these chargers/power banks? Good charges in handheld mode while playing, but slower. Great is as good as Superb in handheld mode. Pick the speed rating that meets your needs, charge habits, and budget. Should I only look at Superb rated chargers/power banks? If you’re open to using other third-party accessories then you’ll probably be comfortable with a Safe or higher safety rating. If you only want to deal with Nintendo licensed accessories, then yes. Should I only look at Nintendo licensed charges/power banks?
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