Read more about the condition New: A brand-new, unused, unopened and undamaged item in original retail packaging (where packaging is applicable). Besides power usage how well the Switch draws power is also a factor in how long it takes to charge. First off - my bad, I mentioned the Moto G6 above, but I actually have a G8 (the G6 was my previous phone).

Personally, I only use Nintendo licensed chargers, even though my Apple one is a lot more convenient. This Nintendo Switch Charger Adapter is small and lightweight, making it an ideal option for gamers who are always on the go. My best guess is that the system can be charged at 5V, but charges faster (and probably while playing it) at 15V.

What I think it is is that the switch system it's self takes only 5 but the switch dock runs the hdmi output and 3 usb ports so the 15 has to suppily power to all that in dock mode. AC Adapter Power Supply Fast Travel Charging Kit for Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite Support TV Mode Product Details Support TV Mode - This nintendo switch charger supports handheld mode, also works for nintendo switch docking and playing on a TV.

I've tried a few different solutions: this specific dock, then a USB C to USB A converter with an ancient 10/100 interface that even works on the Wii U and has been in the Linux kernel for over a decade, and also using that interface plugged into the USB C dock. The charger and the device will negotiate and (usually) pick the highest voltage/current that the device and the charger can handle.If the item comes direct from a manufacturer, it may be delivered in non-retail packaging, such as a plain or unprinted box or plastic bag. I’ve had a little more experience with the USB-C and USB-PD ecosystem, having already gone through a year and a half of accessory growing pains with owning the Google Nexus 6P and Pixel XL.

That’s only “not a USB-C issue” if you fail to understand the central complaint about USB-C - that ports that support, say, video output (or input) are visually identical to ports that do not, and cables that can carry video are indistinguishable from those which only support USB 2, or those which only support charging at 15 W, or those that support charging at 100 W or or or. And you can plug a power strip into the inverter's outlet to plug in more things at a time, just try to keep it under 175 Watts or you will blow the cigarette lighter fuse in your car. The Nintendo Alt Mode prevents most third-party USB-C to HDMI adapters from working with the Switch, even if they support DP Alt Mode. Furthermore, any compliant USB C power supply will not *burn out* a Switch as they will only switch to a higher voltage once the Switch requests it.When you plug it into the AC adapter the Switch pulls 5V but then asks the PSU "Do you support USB PD? Mr Gadget Solutions is a wholesaler and distributor of All Kinds of Original Mobile Phone Accessories including Apple, Samsung, Blackberry, LG, Sony, Nokia, Huawei, HTC, etc. But if I understand the spec correctly, there's nothing in it that forces a charger to implement all the intermediate voltages that USB-C defines support for. As you can see from the play times above, making changes to your Switch’s settings can have a big impact on total playtime. And finally, add on the final fact that the Nintendo Switch does not take all the power a charger might support.