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How fast do Nintendo controllers charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers. The Joy-Con Charging Grip
Joy-Con Charging Grip
The Joy-Con charging grip allows you to keep playing while you're charging your Joy-Con, so you don't have to miss a minute.
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(model No. HAC-012) is not included in any Nintendo Switch bundle. This product is sold separately.
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How long does it take for Nintendo Switch controllers to charge half?

The Joy-Con controllers take approximately three and a half hours to fully charge. When fully charged, the battery duration for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This can be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo to charge to 1%?

How Long Does it Take for a Nintendo Switch to Charge to 1-Percent? A Switch will usually charge to 1-Percent in 10 to 15 minutes. The results will vary and depend if the dock is used or wall charger as well as the health of the battery.
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How long does the Switch take to charge from dead to 1?

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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How long does a Nintendo controller battery last?

When fully charged, the battery duration for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller can last approximately 40 hours.
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How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch controller to charge to 100?

It takes approximately six hours in order for the Nintendo Switch Pro Controller to fully charge. Once the Pro Controller is fully charged, the recharge LED beside the USB connector will shut off.
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How long do JoyCons last on a full charge?

When fully charged, the battery for the Joy-Con controllers can last approximately 20 hours. This may be shorter depending on the software application and functions being used.
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Is it OK to play Switch while charging?

Yes, it is safe to play the Nintendo switch while it is charging(hence that it charges while in TV mode).
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Does the Switch charge faster in the dock?

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Oddly the Switch actually charges faster when you are playing games in docked mode. This may sound country intuitive, you'd think all the extra power was being used to power the gaming, not filling the battery. But this faster charging actually makes sense.
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Why does the Switch charge so slow?

The base USB-C uses the older USB standard of 1-2 amps @ 5V. You'll note even the standard Switch chargers offer that. The reason for that is that immediately offering more amps or voltage could destroy the device. You can plug any USB-C device to a Switch charger and get a "slow charge" of 1.5A @ 5v.
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What charges Nintendo Switch faster?

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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How many times can you charge a Nintendo Switch?

After about 800 charge cycles, the console battery life will decrease to about 80% compared to the battery on a new console. This is normal and does not represent an issue with the console or with the battery.
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How long do switches last?

I saw an article recently in which Nintendo said that they aim to increase the life expectancy of the Switch beyond the normal 6 years a console tends to be around for.
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Do JoyCons charge in Sleep Mode?

Joycon doesn't charge in sleep mode.
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Do JoyCons drain Switch battery?

If your JoyCons are already fully charged, then it will use less battery to keep them charged, but if they are on 0%, then you can expect the Switch battery life to drain faster to simultaneously fill up those JoyCons.
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Do Switch controllers lose their charge?

Nintendo Switch Pro Controller

If not charged for an extended period of time, the battery may lose its ability to retain charge. * If the usage time after a full charge reduces dramatically, or if your battery can no longer retain charge at all, it means the battery is reaching the end of its life.
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Is it bad to leave Switch in dock too long?

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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Does the Switch charge faster without the Joycons?

The Switch will charge connected Joy-Cons from its battery if they are below 50% charge. Otherwise, it will only charge the Joy-Cons when the console has a power source. There is no power savings advantage between keeping the Joy-Cons connected.
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How long do Switch controllers take to charge?

It takes approximately 3 ½ hours to fully charge the Joy-Con controllers. The Joy-Con Charging Grip (model No. HAC-012) is not included in any Nintendo Switch bundle. This product is sold separately.
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Can you play the Switch on a TV without the dock?

If you want to connect your Switch to your TV without using the dock, you'll need a USB-C to HDMI adapter. Thankfully, buying one of these will set you back far less than shelling out for an official replacement dock.
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Will leaving Switch plugged in ruin battery?

Does leaving your Nintendo switch in dock ruin battery? No, because it stops charging the battery once it's full.
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How many joy cons can you use at once?

How many Joy-Con controllers can be paired to a Nintendo Switch system? Up to eight wireless controllers can be paired to a Nintendo Switch system at a time.
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How many joy cons can you charge?

Smart charging station. Powered by USB, the quad charger can support the simultaneous charging of up four Nintendo Joy-Con Controllers.
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Do Joycons charge while playing?

The Joy-Con Charging Grip (model No. HAC-012) is sold separately and allows you to keep playing while you are charging your Joy-Con. While the Joy-Con controllers are charging, the recharge LED on the Charging Grip will remain lit. Once they are fully charged, the recharge LED will shut off.
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