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Can you charge a Switch without the dock?

By connecting an AC adapter directly to the console
Simply connect this to the console.
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Can you charge the Switch with a phone charger?

In most cases, you can use your phone or tablet charger to recharge the Nintendo Switch due to how the USB Power Delivery specification is designed. Many Switch owners report doing this.
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Will leaving the Switch docked ruin the battery?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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How long does a dead 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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Can I charge the Switch with any USB-C?

The PDP Gaming USB Type C Charging Cable is officially licensed by Nintendo and can be used to charge your Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch Lite, the Pro Controller, or even just your cell phone.
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Can You Charge The Nintendo Switch With A Phone Charger? (Or Without A Dock?)

Can I charge my Nintendo Switch with my laptop charger?

Most USB-C PD power banks will work. Most phones and laptops will not work. Best to keep the Switch's charger with the Switch's dock full time. Get a third-party USB-C charger for your needs.
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Is it safe to charge Switch with Apple charger?

A USB-C cable is a USB-C cable. So long as you are using the original charger or one with equivalent charging capacity, it should be fine.
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Can I use a 65W charger on Nintendo Switch?

Wide Compatibility: The 65W USB type-c charger adapter is compatible with Steam Deck/Nintendo Switch dock station/Nintendo Switch/Switch Lite/PS5/XBX/Switch Pro controller and USB C Phone/Tablet/Laptop.
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What happens if you use a regular charger on Nintendo Switch?

You can use any charger for a Switch that can connect to USB-C. However, the rate it charges will vary. Some may simply make the battery drain slower if they don't output that much and you're playing at the same time.
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Can I use a 30W charger for Nintendo Switch?

The Nintendo Switch charges through a USB-C port with a max power draw of 18W for the original and OLED models, and 13.5W for the Lite device. For the fastest charging results, we'd recommend using a 30W or 45W charger to juice up quick.
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Can Nintendo Switch be charged by USB?

By connecting to a Nintendo Switch dock using a USB charging cable. Ensure the AC adapter [HAC-002] supplied with your console is connected to your Nintendo Switch dock [HEG-007]/[HAC-007], then connect the USB charging cable to the dock. *A USB charging cable is supplied with the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller.
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Why is my Switch not charging with USB-C?

The outlet might need to be reset. There might be something wrong with the outlet, like a burnt fuse. The contact points within the Nintendo Switch's USB-C charging port might have gotten dirty or damaged. The charging adapter might have gotten dirty or damaged.
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Can I use a fast charger on my Switch?

Luckily there's a wide range of third-party chargers available. The best fast chargers for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch Life can all fast charge them while you play. Many are available in a smaller size and cheaper price than Nintendo's official charger.
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How do I know if my Switch is bricked?

What is “bricking”? The term means a device won't function and isn't recoverable. “It is as useful as a brick.” For the Nintendo Switch, this often appears as stuck in the boot screen or not booting at all.
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How long does Switch battery last?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours. For Nintendo Switch Lite, model number: HDH-001, the battery life is approximately 3 to 7 hours.
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What type C charger is best for Switch?

The YCCSKY Nintendo Switch charger is the best money can buy. It's a 5-foot USB-C cable with 15 volts of power. It doesn't get better than this. This officially licensed portable charger will help charge your Nintendo Switch, or many other devices, if you find yourself nowhere near a plug.
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How long does it take to charge a Nintendo Switch with USB-C?

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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Will any USB-C work for switch dock?

Most USB-C PD power banks will work. Most phones and laptops will not work. Best to keep the Switch's charger with the Switch's dock full time. Get a third-party USB-C charger for your needs.
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Can I use any power bank for Nintendo Switch?

If the power bank uses a Type-A USB port (a Standard-A receptacle), use the USB charging cable (HAC-010) included with the Joy-Con Charging Grip and Nintendo Switch Pro Controller when connecting it to your console. When using a third-party USB cable, ensure it has a 56 kilo-ohm resistor.
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What is the fastest way to charge a Nintendo Switch?

Charging in Console mode

For effectively charging your device when in console mode, insert the original Nintendo Switch dock inside the device and let it remain connected with the T.V. You should be able to see the charging icon over the T.V and once it is full you can get back on wild gaming.
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Can I use a 5V charger for Switch?

All three Switch models include the same AC adapter, model HAC-002(USZ). It supports 5V/1.5 and 15V/2.6A power profiles under USB-C Power Delivery 2.0.
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