How do you charge a Nintendo Switch on the road?

To charge on the go, all you need is USB Type-A to Type-C cable.
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We've tested where to charge on:
  1. a USB power outlet.
  2. a smartphone USB charger plugged into a power outlet.
  3. a laptop USB port.
  4. a portable USB charging brick.
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How do you charge a Nintendo Switch when traveling?

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  1. The Switch charges when connected to the dock, and you can plug the Joy-Cons into the console's side for a recharge.
  2. In portable mode, plug a USB-C cable into the USB port on the Switch's bottom and connect the other end to a power source.
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Is there a way to charge a Nintendo Switch in the car?

Connect one end of the USB Type-C cable to your Nintendo Switch Console. Connect the other end of the USB Type-C cable to the port on the Car Charger. Connect the Car Charger power plug to the car's power outlet.
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Can you charge a Nintendo switch with a phone charger?

Charging your Nintendo Switch with a phone charger is not recommended. The company strictly recommends that you only use the charger provided with the console or purchase a replacement from Nintendo.
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Can you charge a Switch without the dock?

All models of Nintendo Switch use USB-C for the charging port on the bottom of the unit. So, in a pinch, you can charge it with any USB-C cable plugged into a power source, such as a tablet/smartphone charger, battery pack, PC, or USB hub.
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Can you charge a Nintendo Switch with an Iphone charger?

You can charge your Nintendo Switch with any USB-C type phone charger. However, using a phone charger brings some downsides, such as slow charging speed and dock incompatibility. Nintendo recommends using their Switch-specific AC adapter, but phone chargers remain a solid backup option.
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Can I use a Samsung charger for Nintendo Switch?

This low charging power results in the Switch Console being able to snail charge with the Samsung 25W USB-C Fast Charging Wall Charger at just 2.5 watts, which is much less power than the >15 watts that the Nintendo Switch Console pulls from its own Nintendo Switch AC Adapter as seen in this review.
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Can I use a regular USB-C charger for Nintendo Switch?

The PDP Gaming USB Type C Charging Cable for Nintendo Switch can charge your Pro Controller or console while you play and is also compatible with any USB Type C devices. The PDP Gaming USB Type C Charging Cable is 8 feet long, so you'll have plenty of room to plug and play!
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Can I charge my Switch with a power bank?

It is safe to charge the Nintendo Switch with a third-party USB charger or power bank.
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What kind of charger can I use for Nintendo Switch?

Not only for Nintendo Switch - This Nintendo switch ac adapter comes with an extra-long 5 Feet type C Integrated cable, you can charge any devices with a Type C connection, like Switch Dock Station and Pro controller, PC, SAMSUNG S8 and so on.
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How long does Switch battery last?

For Nintendo Switch – OLED Model with a serial number that starts with “XT”, the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch consoles with a serial number that starts with “XK”, the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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Does Switch charge faster in dock?

Nintendo Switch Battery Analysis Reveals No Quick Charge Technology, Faster Charging Through Adapter Than On Dock | Tech Times.
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How long does a Switch take to charge?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Does the Nintendo Switch come with a USB charger?

The Nintendo Switch comes with one USB Type C charger that can connect to the tablet portion of the system, or directly to the dock. If you're playing on the go you can connect the USB charger to the bottom of the Switch and continue to play if you have a wall outlet nearby.
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Does the Switch have a lithium battery?

The Nintendo Switch OLED and other versions of the Switch have a lithium battery, so you must bring it with you on the plane, either in your carry-on bag or as your personal item.
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Can I use my laptop charger to charge my Switch?

You can only use a USB-C type laptop charger because the Nintendo Switch has the same technology; otherwise, any other cord type may not work. However, the good news is that you can use a USB with support at both ends to transfer the charge from your laptop to your gaming device.
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Can I use my iPad charger for my Switch?

Yes, it's all safe to use. The 5W iPhone charger is too weak to be particularly useful. It gives Switch poor charging speeds. Every other USB charger for iPad and MacBooks works pretty well.
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Do I have USB A or C?

If the cable has a Type-A connector at one end (as in the above image), that will usually be the first type. The second will be the shape of connector that will plug into your device. Some cables have the same connector at both ends and are named accordingly—for example, a USB Type-C to USB Type-C cable.
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Do you have to use the AC adapter that comes with the Switch?

Unlike today's other consoles, the Switch doesn't require a custom power adapter. Instead, it uses an ordinary USB Type-C tip for charging. This means it's usable with a wide variety of third-party power supplies. By comparison, if your Xbox or PlayStation adapter breaks, you have to buy one from the manufacturer.
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Does playing the Switch while charging damage battery?

Although you will not damage the Nintendo Switch Lite if you use it while it is charging you will realize that the device will not charge very quickly while you are using it. Some games that you are playing may even actually drain the battery faster than the charger is able to charge the device.
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How do I know my Switch is charging?

Thankfully, Nintendo has made it very easy to tell if your console is charging or not. No matter the charging method you're using, you'll notice that, in the top left corner of the screen, a small battery symbol will appear. In turn, a flash of lightning will also appear next to it.
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What is the Type C charger?

A USB-C cable is a recent type of USB connector that's easier to use and more powerful than older USB types. USB-C cables can be used to quickly charge many popular devices, including the MacBook Pro and Nintendo Switch, and transfer data faster than any other USB type.
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How do you charge a Switch controller without a dock?

If you're using portable mode, you can charge the unit and Joy-Cons without the dock. Connect the USB plug for the AC adapter into the USB port on the bottom of the Switch. Then plug the adapter into an outlet.
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Can you charge a Nintendo Switch with a Chromebook charger?

The Nintendo Switch allows support of other USB Power Delivery chargers like the Google Universal Type-C Charger 60W that is shipped with the Google Chromebook Pixel (2015).
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