What can I use instead of a Nintendo Switch charger?

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.

Can a Nintendo Switch be charged 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.

Can you use a regular Type C charger for Switch?

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.

Can I use an Android charger to charge my Switch?

Idk if anyone else already knew this, but it possibly could be helpful for newer people.

How do I connect my Nintendo Switch to my TV without a charger?

Sadly not. Currently, it is not possible to wirelessly connect or cast the Nintendo Switch display to your TV. However, a device called the Genki ShadowCast will let you hook any game console up to a computer with a USB-C input (and doubles as a video capture card).

Can You Charge The Nintendo Switch With A Phone Charger? (Or Without A Dock?)

Can you use a phone charger for Switch dock?

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.

Can you use Switch dock without charger?

No, when the Switch is in the dock, it's charging for handheld use, the dock also puts the console into TV Mode, and when it has a full battery, it'll stop charging, because it's using the dock as an AC adapter instead of a charger by that point.

Can you charge a Switch with a outlet?

Directly with the Nintendo Switch AC Adapter.

Connect the USB plug from the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002) into the USB connector on the bottom of the console, then connect the AC adapter directly into a wall outlet.

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.

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.

How long does it take for a Nintendo Switch to charge from dead?

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.

What is the best 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.

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.

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.

Can you charge a Nintendo Switch with a Chromebook charger?

by Google Inc. 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).

Can you connect Nintendo Switch to TV without AC adapter?

Connect one end of the HDMI cable into the bottom terminal of the dock labeled "HDMI OUT," then connect the other end into an HDMI port on your television or monitor. Close the back cover of the Nintendo Switch dock.

Can you hook a Nintendo Switch to a TV wirelessly?

Unfortunately, there's really no useful way to wirelessly connect your Nintendo Switch to your TV. While you can use a wireless HDMI adapter, you'd still need to connect a wired transmitter dongle to your Switch, which sort of ruins the "wireless" portion of this idea.

Can you play Nintendo Switch without a cable?

Important: A USB LAN Adapter can be connected to Nintendo Switch Lite using a licensed accessory, such as the Dual USB PlayStand for Nintendo Switch Lite from HORI. Nintendo Switch can connect online with a wireless connection or, when through use of a LAN adapter, a wired connection.

Can you mirror your phone to Nintendo Switch?

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Can I use iPad charger for Nintendo Switch?

Can you charge a Nintendo Switch with an Apple charger? A 10 or 12 watt iPad charger works. You need a usb to usb-c cable. It won't charge as fast as the more powerful charger included with the Switch.

How many watts does it take to charge a Nintendo Switch?

What kind of charger does a Nintendo Switch use? 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.