Gray cables are data; one to my Switch's dock for a controller, "two" for my mini wireless keyboard, and one micro-USB and one USB-C going to my computer. The red ones are all for charging and connect to an Anker charger I have mounted under my desk. One for USB-C PD, two USB-C, and one micro-USB.

I feel like I'm posting about USB too much here, but people keep asking because it's easy to get confused about it. I just copied the table I made a while ago in a comment and added FAQs and notes for outside the US.

I hope this answers what people are really looking for better than the other threads.

Do you have some specific need I didn't answer? Have a USB-C charger you're curious about that isn't listed? Ask in a comment. Just keep in mind that (other than the iPad one) USB-A chargers won't give you good speeds. This includes the chargers bundled with even the most recent phones by Samsung, Apple, Sony, LG, and HTC.

I'll use this comment to note some USB-C chargers I'm aware of but don't recommend:

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Charging speeds vary

These chargers can give the Switch great speeds sometimes, but usually they're closer to just "okay". It seems to be random every time you plug it in. If the Switch is completely turned off (not just in sleep) when you plug it in, you'll almost always get those "great" speeds for as long as you keep it plugged in even after turning the Switch back on and playing. This happens because Nintendo's implementation of USB Power Delivery (USB PD) is very buggy. They're a hassle to use right for now, so I don't recommend them, especially since there are better alternatives now.

Charger|Price (USD)|Link|Notes
--|--|--|--
Anker PowerPort+ 5|$39.99|Amazon|Use the USB-C port. It also offers 4 USB-A ports. No USB cables included.
RAVPower 26800mAh USB-PD battery|$79.99|Amazon|
UGREEN 30W USB-PD charger|$17.99|Amazon|No cable included.

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Safety issues

These don't damage the Switch, but they can damage other USB-C cables and devices, especially if you plug them in to something that doesn't make sense, like another charger. If you know how to use them right and you're careful, you won't damage anything, but why risk it? Get something else.

Charger|Link|Notes
--|--|--
CHOETECH USB C 15W charger|Amazon|
Anker PowerPort+ 1 USB-C QC3.0|Amazon|Any USB-C port that offers QC3.0 has known issues

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Great but expensive

If you have a USB-C laptop, feel free to get one of these, but otherwise don't bother. Plenty of chargers in my OP work just as well with Switch and are much cheaper.

Charger|Price (USD)|Link|Notes
--|--|--|--
Google 60W USB-C charger|$59.99|Google|Bundled with Chromebook Pixel 2, great for laptops, very long 12ft cable
Apple 61W USB-C charger|$69|Amazon, Apple|Bundled with 2016 13" MacBook Pro, no cable included when bought on its own. The 15-inch model's 87W charger is probably great too.
Apple 29W USB-C charger|$49|Amazon, Apple|Bundled with non-Pro MacBooks, no cable included when bought on its own. Poor speeds with most other non-Apple devices.
Innergie 45W USB-C charger|$59.99|Amazon|Works with the dock, great with laptops and phones too.

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Unconfirmed speeds (and expensive)

These chargers are also too expensive to recommend. They probably work great, but I haven't seen any reports of people actually trying any of them. They all probably work with the dock too. If anybody has one of these, please tell me if it works with the dock.

Charger|Price (USD)|Link|Notes
--|--|--|--
Dell 45W charger|$49.99|Dell|Included with some Dell laptops.
Dell 45W Plus|$59.99|Dell|Use the USB-C cable. There's also a USB-A port for charging other devices.
Dell 65W charger|$69.99|Amazon|Included with some Dell laptops.
Dart USB-C charger|$99.99|FINsix|
Razer 12800mAh battery|$149.99|Razer|Use the USB-C port.

I always do carry-on only, with either a 20L Osprey Daylite Plus, or 38L Osprey Farpoint 40 (S/M size). Same tech loadout for a 3-day or 3-week trip.

Personal travel loadout:

• 143g - Google Pixel
  
• 127g - iPhone 6 Plus
  
• 50g - 1x USB-C cable, 1x Lightning cable, 1x Micro-USB cable
  
• 23g - Aukey 2-port compact wall charger
  
• 209g - Anker Powercore II Slim
  
• 45g - Panasonic RP-HJE120-K earbuds
  
• Total: 552g
  
  
  Work travel loadout:
  
  
• 1830g - MacBook Pro 15" 2017
  
• 93g - Logitech M325 mouse
  
• 143g - Google Pixel
  
• 127g - iPhone 6 Plus
  
• 65g - 2x USB-C cable, 1x Lightning cable, 1x Micro-USB cable
  
• 212g - Anker 5-port wall charger with USB-C
  
• 209g - Anker Powercore II Slim
  
• 45g - Panasonic RP-HJE120-K earbuds
  
• 15g - Single (non-converting) international power adapter
  
• Total: 2739g
  
  I used to carry a Kindle Paperwhite, but I have a knack for falling asleep on planes before even taking off. So after a handful of trips where I never even cracked it open, I ditched it.

I've used quite a few different chargers with my MacBook and MacBook Pro. Yes, a 3A charger for a phone or Chromebook will work fine to charge it overnight or keep it topped up while you work under most scenarios. If you're running VMs, software builds or video editing, the Pro will eat more than 12W and you'll be at a minor deficit but it I'll get you those extra hours. I've also used the MacBook 30W charger (with a PlugBug for travel) with the Pro.

My favorite chargers now, though, are the Anker USB bricks with a type C port on them for travel and home. I use the 40W for travel. It only drives the 3A/12W on the C port but it is nice to have the other ports to charge a phone, headphones, watch and spare battery. Then I keep the 60W version at my nightstand. The USB port on that drives 30W (verified with the System Information app). I use their USB C cable as well. It doesn't do 3.0 transfer speeds but for charging it is perfectly fine and super durable.

> New USB3 Charger

That could be a positive. 3rd party chargers are super cheap, and you have cross compatibility with Apple, Dell, HP, etc USB-C 20vPD chargers. And wildly useful chargers like https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

This is what I use, and I love it... charges at 45W and Benson Leung approved:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO

You also need to understand the reasons why the chargers didn't get a perfect 3. Usually it's not a dangerous issue, just a technicality that won't really affect you.

As for recommendations, the best overall charger I got is the Anker Powerport+ 5 USB-PD one, it compensates for the inevitable voltage drop in the cables. The non-PD one is also good, but the C port is 15W max (3A), which is fast enough, but for some reason it doesn't charge at all with the supposedly fully compliant Apple USB-C charging cable (the revised version). In my testing I haven't really noticed much difference in charging times, especially to 100%, since 18W tends to heat up the phone more and throttle charging, and after about 30-40% the phone doesn't seem to ask for 18W anymore at all.

Also bear in mind that if the voltage is not high enough, the phone will request less power. For instance, I have a RAVPower USB-C battery (non-PD), and it barely reaches 5V out of the C port (measured with the Plugable USB-C meter). Depending on the cable used (generally speaking longer is worse), the phone may request something like 7.5W (USB BC 1.2 spec I guess). I need to use an extremely short 6-inch Amazon to be sure it requests 15W. Longer cables are not surefire that they will make the phone request full charge speed.

I'd also recommend getting a USB-C and maybe a USB-A power meters to test.

This thing is the bomb. Charge all of what you said simultaneously and at full speed, especially the Switch when you use the USB-C port.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO

There are smaller/cheaper chargers that have a USB-C port and one USB-A port on Amazon, I just haven't tried them.

The rapid charging the Pixel uses is Power Delivery (PD) and it will only be delivered via USB Type C to C cable. NOT Type A to C.

By description, the second link should give you rapid charging. However, I don't know if it's actually a good charger.

The third link, again, by description, it should give you rapid charging. But, I don't think it's advisable having a Qualcomm Quick Charge port same as the PW port because they have their own different configuration.

If you're ready to buy a $30 charger (referring to the $27 dollar item) from Amazon, might as well get it from the Google store.

If you're looking for another charger with multiple ports I would suggest this one:
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

Ah, that's a "fancy" charger. :) Yes, I saw that one, but it was way too big for me. Also, that has "Intelligent Charge" on the A ports, not QuickCharge. That basically means it alternates between Apple/BC1.2/Samsung signaling in quick succession until a device draws current. QC is completely different. (Tronsmart was the ONLY maker with a potentially compliant QC3.0+C product, but messed up at the last minute. They said they're fixing it. If they do I'll buy the fixed one on principle.)

>Qualcomm Quick Charge not supported. For QC charging, see Anker's PowerPort+ 1 with Quick Charge 3.0.

They also make a 60W that GTrusted said is PD-functional, and Benson seemed to approve of. Again, it was way too big for what I needed. However, I do admit both are very compelling from a sheer economical perspective! Thank you very much for pointing them out.

• https://plus.google.com/+BensonLeung/posts/71FgNerD8TB
  
• http://gtrusted.com/review/anker-powerport-5-usb-c-with-usb-power-delivery
  
• https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/

Anker. Specifically:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B014ZO46LK/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B071XYBPMN/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06Y25Y6WX/

The charger and battery are specifically listed on the SoundDevices page as supported for the MixPre-6, which requires a lot of power to run in normal mode. See the SoundDevices recommendations here:

https://www.sounddevices.com/tech-notes/mixpre-3-mixpre-6-powering-options

The MixPre-3 isn't quite so aggressive but USB C is a standard that is all over the place with regard to data speeds and power carried. The MixPre recorders are USB 2.0 so power is the real concern and not speed.

Edit: The reason the cables are so stiff is the wires have to be beefy to carry that much power without overheating and failing. Most USB A ports and chargers only carry 10-12 watts. The full USB C spec goes to 100. Everything should fall back to the lowest common safe value if it all works. If you need flexible, then you will have to get shorter cables.

Edit2: I just plugged the supplied USB C to dual USB A cable into a mid-2010 MBP and plugged in my MixPre-6. I got a green battery indicator with two and one USB A connector attached and the mics all responded correctly. I didn't actually record as it was inconvenient.

I had a cheap generic USB A to C cable from a few years ago I had and it produced an amber battery display indicating lower power mode and only the first two preamps were functioning as ex[ected. I suspect I have another similar cable in a tablet box but I've never used it. I'll break it out if you wish.

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This Anker charger is one of my favorite USB Type-C chargers. It's bulky for traveling with when you're looking for something slim, but it's great for in a hotel or at home/work on your desk. It sometimes goes on sale for ~$35, but not too often.

https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO

I use this one for home. No problems with it. They make a car charger as well.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DDDmybASCK21H

Does the anker charger also have power delivery? Please be aware that not all USB C chargers are the same. Standard USB C does 5A but PD allows much higher Amperage for charging bigger devices. The ones that do have PD are typically much more.

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

This one? $50 with Power delivery; the apple one OP linked also uses PD. Feel free to link which one you speak of.

so this one and NOT this one?

This seems to be one of the only options.

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

But just keep in mind that the fastest charge can only happen with a USBC to USBC setup. While I got a bunch of Anker USB A to C cables, it's annoying as hell the speed is quite a bit slower than the C to C setup.

At home with multiple devices, this is my go to charger.

Anker USB Type-C Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, iPhone X / 8 / 8 Plus, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_hz8FAb5VSF17K

Here's a cheaper option for XPS 13s

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/

I picked up the Anker 60W charger. (4 x USB-A IQ ports and 1 USB-C with Power Delivery port) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

So, the answer is "yes, but-"

The USB-A to USB-C cable that comes with the pro-controller doesn't support the new USB Power Delivery standard. While it will charge the Switch, it will do so fairly slowly, and only when the Switch is in sleep mode. The Switch will more than likely drain battery if played while connected to it.

If you're looking for something to charge while you play, you'll need an adapter and cable that can provide full USB-PD support. Something like this Anker and a good USB-C to USB-C cable.

I have the Anker that includes a USB-C charging port. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The important thing to look at is which USB-C Power Delivery profiles both you device an charger support. Your device will usually fast charge at the highest profile booth devices support, then drop to 5v once the battery is mostly charged. Chargers usually have the supported profiles written in tiny text on them. Devices you usually have to Google around to figure out what they support.

I really like the this Anker charger that will charge my Pixel, Switch, and MacBook pro (though only at 2A@15v):

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO

I would avoid mixing devices and charger that do and don't support Power Delivery, like Nexus 5x/6p era stuff and 2016+ stuff.

If you really want to go down to rabbit hole, you can get one of these devices to see what's going on:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01MT8MC3N/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1497123782&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=usb+c+power+meter&dpPl=1&dpID=31YLC7vMnbL&ref=plSrch

I have a 9360 which requires 45W via 20v @ 2.25a (2.5a?). This Anker did not work, this ZMI (Xiaomi) did.

I ended up keeping both, but would have preferred to carry the multiport anker. The ZMI is nice and compact and comes with a USB-C cable that works and can carry that amount of power. I had to buy a 100w USB-C cable for the Anker just to test it.

Edit: just saw this at the bottom of the ZMI description:

> (Note: The USB-C to Lightning cable for iPhone/iPad/iPad Pro is NOT included. Dell XPS 15 NOT supported.)

Sad trombone

I got the Anker multi-port 60w one and couldn't be happier. My 6P + my bfs iPhone6+ + tablet + 2 battery packs all charging fast at once... Using one outlet? Win. Granted, we don't normally have that much plugged in at once, but it's really nice to keep things together.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO?vs=1


Edit: it was "Benson approved" when I got it, I assume it still is :-)

Can it be USB-C? This one works great for me. I'm sure the newer one works the same.

Quality USB-C chargers aren't cheap. The least expensive quality charger I can think of is this one from Anker: https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

I have this one. Works great, USB-PD compliant and rapid charges my Pixel XL and Nexus 6P.
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_pAgezbHHT2QTT

I have one 2m cable for near my bed, the google one is a good length for my car, but what I'd really like to find is a high quality cable about 1.5' for my charging station (Anker w/ power delivery). Any recommendations?

I was looking for a USB charger and came across the Anker PowerPort 5+ which has Power Delivery. Using it in conjunction with a Belkin USB 3.1 cable I'm able to charge my X15C. I thought I'd share as this setup is a great alternative to using the AC adapter. It charges a little slower but you also have 4 additional USB charging ports that can be used for charging other devices simultaneously. Will be great for traveling!


https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

https://www.amazon.com/Belkin-USB-IF-Certified-USB-C-Meters/dp/B00WJSPCSG

Anker USBC PD. It puts out 29/45w

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1493396200&sr=8-1&keywords=anker+usb+c+pd

The Anker Powerport+ 5 might have been perfect for you as it has USB-C/PD and regular USB-A, but strangely Amazon doesn't sell it anymore and the product page has been pulled down.

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

Perhaps they will be releasing a replacement soon.

Hey guys, I'm completely new to USB C accessories and just wanted to know if this was a good purchase for a Nintendo Switch wall charger

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO

I bought a Benson approved USB C cable to go with it. My concern is that the output on that USB C plug is 3A...is that too much for the Switch? Or will it intelligently charge at 2.6A (like the official charger)?

Thanks in advance!

USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/

The mate 9 is also compatible with USP-PD and charges almost as quickly as supercharge.

https://www.amazon.com/AUKEY-Charger-Delivery-Output-MacBook/dp/B01LGO9LE4/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487105039&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=Aukey+USB+PD

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1487105092&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+power+delivery

DO NOT get the one you linked to. It's only got Type-A ports, it supports Qualcomm Quick Charge, which Chromebooks, because they follow the Type-C spec closely, will never support.

If you use that charger with your Chromebook, you'll likely only charge at 1.5A at 5V, or 7.5W, which is almost assuredly not enough to keep the battery charging while you are using the thing.

Buy USB Type-C and PD compliant chargers.

This one is pretty good, and charges the Asus at the same 45W like its included charger, plus gives you 4 other Type-A ports to charge your other things :
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO

Hey u/TeebsGaming - I also made the switch to a USB-C laptop recently, and think I found the near ideal solution for chargers and cables for one bagging - here's my setup:

• This Anker USB charging hub which charges my laptop via the USB-C port, and then my phone, Kindle, backup battery, etc. through the others. Since it has a normal plug and cable, you don't end up blocking the other plugs. I pair with this set of travel plugs.
  
  
• Because sometimes you just want to charge one device at a time, I use this Aukey 2-in-1 duo wall charger, which charges my laptop on its own, or you can plug in the included adapter and charge one or two USB 3.0 devices at the same time.
  
  
• The final pieces of the puzzle are Anker's Powerline USB-C cable (I get a nice long one so if the plug is on the other side of the room, its no problem), some velcro cable keepers, and usually one small single USB plug (like what comes with an iPhone or Android device) just in case.
  
  The bigger hub is really the game changer. My power set up for all my devices now fits into a tiny bag about the size of small paperback.

http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1464378751&sr=8-7&keywords=anker+usb+c

Also, note that there are not multiple USB-C charging standards. There's just one, but some A->C cables don't implement the standard properly.

Multiple port-USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_PgYaAb24NBWGZ


Single port-Anker USB Type-C with Power Delivery 30W USB Wall Charger, PowerPort Speed 1 for Nexus 5X / 6P, LG G5, Pixel C, Samsung W700, MacBook 2015 / 2016, Mate Book, Moto Z and more https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y427WT7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jhYaAbQ6XZEZD

I use one of these on my 8th gen 13"

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

Best I figure is something like this, but it's only for charging. Aside from that, USB-C is still a bit specialized, so it gets pricey.

There are quite a few all in one adapters that have a card reader, video out in some format (maybe HDMI? never looked too hard), USB ports... all sorts of stuff.

What I was hoping to see is that Apple would put a USB port in the power brick or that some third part would build a whole hub thing in a power brick.

Edit: Here is a basic USB hub power adapter

I'm looking for something like this https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/ref=ask_ql_qh_dp_hza

But that doesn't support USB-PD over a USB-C to lightning cable for some reason.

I take it you are asking about the current generation with usb-c charging?

In that case you have plenty of options. The laptop will charge via virtually any usb power supply, but if the power output it too low it may only charge when the laptop is asleep. I have been experimenting with a couple of alternative options.

First is the Anker 5-port 60W charger with Power Delivery This is more of a desktop charger, but it can perform fine as a portable model, especially if you add a shorter cord and it is replacing several chargers you would otherwise be carrying. This charges the X1 at 45W.

My preferred travel option at the moment is this Dell unit which is 45W, compact, and includes a usb-a port for charging a second device (although only at 5W). I added this folding adapter replacing the AC cord, and now I have a compact travel unit that wraps the cord nicely and can charge two devices.

There is also the FINsix Dart-C which is the most compact option available, and can also charge a second device, but it's expensive and currently estimated to be at least 10 weeks of lead time for shipment.

I don't have any experience with battery packs, but any pack that includes the usb-c Power Delivery spec should do the job.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
I have this one, and I absolutely love it. It was also listed on the USB-C approved devices list

I don't think there is a charger that can fast charge both at once. The closest option might be this:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492174681&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=usb+pd+charger

Use the USB C port for the MacBook and charge the Nexus with the regular USB A ports.

I've bought the Anker PowerPort 5+, and it works well! I just wish there were more usb c connectors, but I didn't find better...

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO

I have yet to see a link to an official charger. Having said that, I bought this one, as it's one of the top-rated USB-C PD chargers out there. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01D8C6ULO/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1485411833&sr=8-1&pi=SL75_QL70&keywords=anker+powerport%2B

This Powerport is the one I use with my C302. No issues, although I can't tell you if it charges slowly or not because I charge it overnight.

Correction: it isn't this one. I bought this:
USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_nMZVzbFDZSJP6

So, it's the first one mentioned in the thread. Charges at 30W over USB-C.

Mine is similar, I have this Anker one which is the older version of this new one that actually supports USB-PD (from comments: According to the labeling on the device, it supports USB Power Delivery with outputs 5V @ 3A, 9V @ 3A, 15V @ 2A, and 20V @ 1.5A.).

But look at your specs:

Input :AC 100-240V ~ 1.7A 50 - 60Hz
Quick Charge 3.0 Output :3.6-6.5V=3A, 6.5-9V=2A, 9-12V=1.5A
PowerIQ Output :5V=4.8A (2.4A Max Per Port)
Size :102 x 75 x 28mm / 4.0 x 3.0 x 1.1in
Weight :205g / 7.2oz

(Qualcomm) Quick Charge is not compatible with USB-PD so you can throw those specs out the window. PowerIQ (your blue ports) are 2.4A each max, so drawing 2A is close to your expected max.

For cables, 5A cables seem to be the latest best high end multi-use cables you can get. Like this one and this one.

Hello there, I just saw your post, and I'll try to answer.
So I have an iPad Pro 12" too, and wanted to improve the speed of the charge, since Apple doesn't provide a good solution to this problem, when the iPad is in use.
So, I bought the usb c to lightning apple cable, since I first bought a third party one at first, and it didn't work properly. With it, I chose this power adaptater from anker (https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-Delivery-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1482702838&sr=8-8&keywords=Anker+usb+c).
As a result, the iPad Pro keep charging while the iPad is in use !
Good evening
I

UPDATE: The above Anker link works for charging the GPD Pocket but its USB-C port doesnt officially have USB PD support.

The following Anker device is the newer version, a bit more expensive, and officially supports USB PD (I have no idea if that will actually translate to faster charging times than the previous version linked above): New Anker with USB PD

> Anker PowerPort

Correct me if I'm wrong, but I thought proper rapid charging required Power Delivery, which is only available in C-C connections?


I would agree that the Anker charging hubs are really nice. Picked up a pair of their 60W USB-PD PowerPort+ hubs last year on Black Friday when they dropped to $31.

A lot of people are saying no, you cannot use a powerbank to charge an XPS15 9550.

I currently own this, which, according to specifications can charge the latest Macbook Pro via USB-PD (at full 29W).

What are the wattage differences between the XPS15 9550 and MacBook Pro?

This is in my wishlist https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO - Anker USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More. Plus something like this https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004OGXY72 (already shown below)

> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO

I have one of these for my MacBook, highly recommended, looking forward to using it with the X1 I'm planning to get.

Hey guys, looking to travel with my Switch for the first time and thinking about charging options. What do you guys think about this option. Seems like it has a PD port that might work. Just wondering if anyone had any experience or other recommendations. Thanks!
Edit: for those who don't want to click the link, it is the USB Type-C, Anker Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery wall charger.

This is what I ordered
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Charger-Premium-Delivery-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1536450619&sr=8-7&keywords=anker+usb+c+hub

I went ahead and ordered this battery pack too
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerCore-Delivery-Charger-Portable/dp/B01MZ61PRW/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1536450666&sr=8-4&keywords=anker+usb+c+battery+pack

I figured these would be enough for my Surface, iPhone, Apple Watch, and Nintendo switch (not at the same time but having a simple solution to minimize the amount of cords I carry).

Do you know if the Switch accepts more wattage from chargers with USB-C Power Delivery? The Anker PowerCore Speed 20000 PD can output 30W of power. Their 5-port USB (1 USB-C) wall charger can output up to 45W through USB-C

I actually think this Anker one would work pretty well. Been looking at Nathan K's list and he recommends it and it's capable of 15v/2.6a for the Switch and should also work fine with my phone.

EDIT: Here is Nathan K's review of this charger which he specifically mentions in his post about the Switch. So without being able to test stuff with the actual Switch, I'm inclined to say this Anker charger is the safest bet 3rd party wise that follows the USB PD specs.

EDIT2: I had to repost because apparently I accidentally used an Amazon referral link.

EDIT3: This article has a picture of the AC adapter included with the Switch.

No problem. They also have this as well if it interests you (I have used anker products for a long time and like their quality and customer service): https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=pd_bxgy_107_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=NQ75028TVZBT4PX0JYB7

I'm using this https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_5lav6kUUpk9k1 to charge my Switch with the USB C to USB C cable but nothing is happening. Any tips? I got it to charge my Switch by the bedside while my dock is in living room.

Yup!! I have 2.

Update: also these work...

Anker USB Type-C PD Wall Charger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06Y427WT7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_.jX9Bb2C1B8QF

Anker USB Type-C PD Power Strip https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_llX9BbH3FFREM

Samsung uses their own Adaptive Fast Charging technology (but can also use Qualcomm's Quick Charge (QC) 2.0) while Apple uses USB Power Delivery (USB-PD).

it is definitely safe to use, but you won't see 'fast charging' per se

note that USB-PD only works via USB-C, so if you're being sold an iPhone "fast charger" that has regular USB-A, it is not a fast charger.

you can consider getting something like this

EDIT: seems like Qualcomm is providing compatibility with PD chargers in QC 4.0+ and above, but QC 4.0 support is very thin at the moment

It is not yet clear what the minimum power is to charge and play with the switch. It is estimated (knowing battery size and minimum play time) to work with any smartphone charger that serves more than about 1.5A, but that won't charge the Switch at max speed. The (licensed) car charger from Hori does 5V at 3A and specifies "charge and play". That seems to be a safe bet at the time so any USB-C charger that does 3A will do the trick.

There are not many that will be usable in docked mode. I suppose using the stock charger would be best for that. Otherwise you'd have to search for chargers that are compatible with USB-PD (USB Power Delivery) and can do 15V at about 2.6A. These are mostly laptop chargers, but a multi-port charger I've found that can do this is from Anker: https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO

I’ve used this one on my 13in MBP and works really well:
Anker USB Type-C Premium 5-Port 60W USB Wall Charger PowerPort+ 5 USB-C with Power Delivery for Apple MacBook, iPhone X / 8 / 8 Plus, Nexus 5X / 6P and PowerIQ for iPhone, iPad, Samsung & More https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_..b0AbG8MWT3B

The Essential phone is very, very picky about cables and chargers. The cable they included in the box is a very low quality cable and should be replaced for purposes besides charging. If you bought during an eBay special, you may have an unusually low quality charger.

For optimal (fast) charging, you want a high quality USB-PD rated USB wall (or car) charger supporting USB-C to USB-C charging.

Something like this, this, or this along with a USB type C to type C cable.

Once I switched to doing it this way, my phone started to charge rapidly every time.

Here's the top USB-PD chargers off Amazon. I have this "60W" model. You'd think, 60W, that's probably 20V at 3A, right? That's close enough! Guess what - the unit itself is 60W. The USB-C port maxes out at 45W. Whoops.

In fact, there are only three known USB-C chargers that will work at the full 65W - Lenovo's, Apple's 87W one, and iVoler's 75W one. I'm not aware of anyone else finding any that charge at the full 65W. Out of hundreds of USB-C chargers out there that advertise USB-PD, and even the bunch that advertise 60W... only three work, and if you're buying a Thinkpad, you probably aren't going to be buying an Apple charger for it.

With that said, the T470 will take a 45W charge. But USB-C and USB-PD is such a disorganized mess that there's no guarantees for 65W devices.

This is the one I have and it's great. USB-C support. Charges my phone 6 or so times before needing to be charged again. My phone also says charging rapidly while using the usbc port.

Edit: I also have [this] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01D8C6ULO/ref=pd_aw_sim_107_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=86VZPRRXHQZ22XN7QXEK) that I use for my living room charger. Equally as awesome. Anker is my favorite charger and cable brand.

There are only two usb-c 3rd party charger that are hightly recommended, fully supports apple 29W power delivery and usb-c specification compliant. Almost all other usb-c charger on the market now cut corners or not within proper specs. Actually, even apple's 29W charger is not fully in spec because it was created before the final spec was made. But, it should charge the macbook fine, just not other devices.

https://www.amazon.com/dodocool-Charger-Foldable-Chromebook-Supported/dp/B01GVDVEMM

I use this one because it is small and light. Able to charge my 29W macbook fully and Nexus 6P at 3A

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

This one is excellent too, but too heavy and big for my taste. It does have multiple ports.

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Using a USB-A to USB-C cable adapter will not allow you to fully charge a macbook. The spec at best will get you 12W (2.4A5V). Most USB-A output at 7.5W (1.5A5V), . To get full 29W (2A *14.5V) output you need a USB-C to C cable and a charger that can out put in power delivery mode.

This does 29W over USB-C:
http://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

On a side note, what Chromebook is that with the 47.5W charger? It seems that the Macbook 12 maxes out at 29W.

Thanks for your reply!

I'm eye-ing on this. It says it has 'Power Delivery' So I'm guessing this is equivalent to the Official AC adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1511377451&sr=8-1&keywords=usb+PD+charger+anker

It says it charges a MacBook almost twice as fast at a rate of 30W compared to the standard Apple adapter. So would this mean the Switch would also charge at higher wattage?

I'm in the US and don't know much about other AC power sources, but I can try to point you in the right direction. Here's an example of an ideal one that I'd buy myself if I needed another charger:
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Premium-Charger-PowerPort-Delivery/dp/B01D8C6ULO

You're looking for that top port that says "USB PD" - they don't all say that, but if you look around on spec sheets you should find something to that effect. For the specs, you also want to see 9v / 3A if you want quick charge capacity. If it goes to higher voltages that nice but your phone won't use it. Ignore Qualcomm QuickCharge or QC stuff, except if it's QC4+. Anything QC4 and below is not compliant with USB-PD and Essential did not go the Qualcomm route. QC4+ is Qualcomm's latest standard and claims to incorporate all the requirements of USB-PD as well.

Bonus points: In the Q&A there's a note from Benson Leung, a Google engineer that tests the shit out of various chargers and cables. If it gets his stamp of approval then it's for 100% sure a safe and quality charger or cable to buy.

TLDR: If you can find the thing in the link with your country's AC plug you're all set. Beware cheap imitations because they can burn out your phone in extreme circumstances. Fast charging is more complex than the run-of-the-mill cheap USB chargers we've grown used to.

edit: I looked some more and the comments and reviews say it works internationally, and that looks like a standard AC cable so you should be able to swap it out for one of yours and plug it right in. I'd do some more reading but that looks like a good bet.

Numbers are hard for me...lol. Would this be suitable?
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-5-Port-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1485546367&sr=8-7&keywords=usb%2Bc%2Bcharger%2Bac

I'm not sure that one exists. When they do, they should be marketed as a USB C Power Delivery device.

E.G. compare to one of Ankers wall adapters that DOES support USB C Power Delivery:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-Delivery-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO

The details hit on the Power Delivery standard.


This doesn't mean that non Power Delivery devices won't work, just that I assume, for now, that only Power Delivery devices should be guaranteed to work.

Don't forget USB-C
https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Type-C-Delivery-Charger-PowerPort/dp/B01D8C6ULO/ref=sr_1_3?s=wireless&ie=UTF8&qid=1482870577&sr=1-3&keywords=anker+usb+c+charger https://www.amazon.com/Anker-PowerLine-Devices-Including-ChromeBook/dp/B01EMINIWW/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1482873683&sr=8-10&keywords=usb+c+anker

You definitely need a high powered charger to receive the best results of fast charging.

I did a timed study charging my Pixel 2 5" and was pleasantly surprised. I used this 60W Anker charger that has 36W available to the USB-C PD port: Anker USB-C 60W Charger

I started with the Pixel 2 battery totally drained to 0% and it wouldn't turn on with 3 attempts. Phone was room temp when I started charging.

• Plugged phone into charger and waited for 5 minutes before turning phone on.
  
  
• After 1 hour the phone was at 78% charge.
  
  
• After 1 hour and 50 minutes the phone was at 100% charge.
  
  The charging seemed to slow down once the phone hit 90% charge and it took a while to go from 90% to 100%.
  
  This is incredibly fast in my opinion. To get to 78% charge in 1 hour gives you almost a full day's operation at medium to heavy duty use.