Best Chargers for Nintendo Switch in 2024

(Last Updated On: January 16, 2024)

The Nintendo Switch is a popular console, known for its unique design that allows it to function both as a stationary and a portable device. While it’s not the most powerful console on the market, its success can be attributed to its engaging game library, portability, and affordability.

Charging the Switch is convenient thanks to its use of a USB-C port. When you’re playing in portable mode, having a charger nearby can be very useful. However, when it comes to charging the Switch through its dock, I strongly advise sticking with the original charger. If you’ve misplaced the original, it’s best to replace it with a new one to ensure proper docking functionality.

I don’t recommend using a multiport charger for the dock, as the charging power can fluctuate if another device is plugged into the charger. Instead, in this guide, I’ve selected a few chargers that I’ve personally tested for charging the Nintendo Switch in its handheld form. Let’s explore these options.

Unitek 140W GaN 3 PD Charger

So just starting, if you want to be able to charge your Switch in handheld mode and also be able to fast charge other devices every time, this Unitek charger is a good choice. The Unitek charger has a 140W max output, and I was able to charge the Switch at 20W, which seems to be the max charging speed of the console when it’s in handheld mode.

The 20W charging speed was possible from the USB-C 1 and the USB-C 2 port to the Switch. I charged my Excitrus power bank from USB-C 2 and my Note 9 from the USB-A port for multiport charging. Even with the three other devices charging, my Switch continued to charge at 20W.

Being able to fast charge the Switch is possible because this Unitek charger has a 140W max output that allows it to allocate tons of power to its three ports. Charging three devices at the same time, I was able to get a 75W max output. Also, this Unitek charger comes with a USB-C to USB-C cable. Discover more details in my comprehensive review article, or check out my in-depth video analysis of this charger.

UGREEN 45W Dual PD Charger

This dual UGREEN 45W charger is a minimal but optimal wall charger for the Switch. The 45W PD output can be fully used when you charge a single device at a time, and in this case, that doesn’t matter because 45W is more than enough to charge the Switch. What is pretty cool is that when you charge two devices simultaneously, this charger has a 20W and 25W power split.

That said, in my testing for this UGREEN charger, I found that the first device you plug in is the device that will receive 25W of Power Delivery, while the second will get 20W. So plug in your Switch first to ensure it charges faster when charging two devices. For an extensive breakdown and insights, read my full review or watch my detailed video coverage of this charger.

VOLTME 30W 2 Port USB-C Charger

The Flexibility of charging the Nintendo Switch directly with nearly any charger is a neat feature; I could even charge the console with this VOLTME 30W charger while I had two devices charging.

The VOLTME charger has two USB-C ports, and I could fully use the 30W when charging a single device at a time; this let me charge the Switch at 20W. When charging two devices, the charger has a max output of 15W. While charging the Switch, I plugged in my Galaxy Note 9; this caused the Switch to charge at about 10W, and my Note 9 was standard charging. A 10W charging speed for the Switch is slow, but it’s still possible to charge the console and play games if you want to charge your phone simultaneously.

This 30W charger is also tiny, with dimensions of only 1 inch, and it has a foldable plug. Explore my thorough review article or view my video to understand more about this charger’s performance.

VOLTME 65W 3 Port USB-C Charger

The VOLME 65W charger is a good choice if you want more ports. The charger has a 65W max output, and you can fully use it from USB-C 1 when charging a single device at a time. I would recommend always charging your Switch from the USB-C 1 port, the top port, at all times. This ensures you get the best charging speed.

Charging power is split when charging multiple devices simultaneously, but even so, USB-C will always be able to charge the Switch at 20W. Dive into my detailed article review or watch my video for a closer look at this charger’s capabilities.

VOLTME 100W 3 Port USB-C Charger

Once again, another VOLTME charger, but this one has a 100W max output. I’ve added many VOLTME-branded chargers to this guide, but that’s only because I could test these chargers with the Switch, and I’ve already done reviews for them.

This VOLTME 100W charger has the same two USB-C ports and a single USB-A port as the 65W model. You can use the full 100W from either USB-C 1 or USB-C 2. In my testing, I could charge the Switch at 20W from the USB-C 1 port (bottom port), whether I had it charging alone or if I had other charging devices charging simultaneously, such as when I had the Excitrus power bank charging from the USB-C 2 port while also charging the Switch. Check out my in-depth article review or watch my video for a comprehensive evaluation of this charger.

NOVOO 67W 2 Port USB-C Charger

A minimal but powerful charger with everything you would need to charge your Switch, this NOVOO charger has a 67W output, a USB-C PD port, and a USB-A port. The charger can fully output 67W from the USB-C port when charging a single device, so I charged my Switch at max power with no problems.

The USB-C output drops to 45W when charging two devices, and the USB-A output is 18W. For my testing, I could still charge my Switch at 20W and had my Galaxy Note 9 fast charging from the USB-A port. Read my extensive review or view my video for a detailed analysis of this charger’s features.

Excitrus NitroCharge 100W PD Power Bank

Since we’re talking about charging the Nintendo Switch the portable way, it also makes sense to consider getting a power bank. This Excitrus NitroCharge power bank is likely way more than what you’re looking for in terms of charging power because the unit has a 100W PD output and input. So the charging speed is not an issue, and this power bank can charge nearly any USB-C chargeable device.

The 25,600mAha power capacity of this power Excitrus power bank is also a ton of power that can provide many more hours of gaming time. For more insights, see my full review article or watch my video walkthrough of this power bank.

Baseus Blade 100W PD Power Bank

The Baseus Blade is one of my most recommended portable chargers because it has a 100W PD output and powerful Type-A ports. Charging your Switch at max speed can be easily done from USB-C ports on the power bank.

The 20,000mAh capacity also greatly provides many more hours of gaming time with the Switch. Also, design-wise, the Baseus Blade is exactly what it sounds like, with the power bank having a slim form factor and a screen at the top that shows the battery capacity, voltage, and amperage. Peruse my detailed review or enjoy my video overview to learn more about this power bank’s efficiency.

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