When combined with a padding plate to protect your console and a back-mount, you've got one of the best third-party Switch chargers on your hands with this one. Now, i'm focused on Nintendo Switch, gaming laptops (and the keyboards and mice that come with them), and tracking everything that suggests VR is about to take over our lives. That's a relief, because while not often considered right away, chargers are some of the handiest Nintendo Switch accessories you can get your hands on. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. 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.

We've now got everything from full replacement docks that hook onto a single wall outlet to portable power banks with bags of battery contained within. Confusion sometimes arises here after reports of third party Nintendo Switch docks causing problems shortly after launch. By attaching the Joy-Con strap to your wrist when you play, you can hold the Joy-Con more easily and control games more comfortably.Only reviews that feature the label "Verified Review" have been checked to ensure that the author actually used or purchased the product. PayPal Credit and PayPal Pay in 3 are trading names of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH. Keep it tidy with a docking station and with a charging grip you can charge and play at the same time. Insert the USB plug on the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (HAC-002) into the USB connector on the bottom of the console, then plug the AC adapter directly into a wall socket.

Type-C connector You can use the enclosed USB charging cable to pair the controller with the console or to charge it.However, if you're going to use your Nintendo Switch charger to dock your device, you'll need to bump that up to 39W to accommodate for upscaling and running additional USB devices. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. Isle of Man, Isle of Wight, Northern Ireland and the Scottish Highlands) may take longer to reach you. Unofficial chargers can cause damage to the charging circuit of your Nintendo Switch so we always recommend using an official charger, and that is exactly what we have on offer here. Managing Editor of Hardware at GamesRadar+, I originally landed in hardware at our sister site TechRadar before moving over to GamesRadar.

These cables, adapters, and power banks provide the fastest charges in super portable form factors, making them a go-to for use at home and on the go. Enjoy your gaming with no interruptions, make sure you switch stays charged up at all times with a handy Nintendo Switch charger. When not connected to the dock, battery life can last for more than six hours, but will vary depending on the software and usage conditions.

It'll come as no surprise that the official AC Adapter tops our list - simply put, it can't be beaten in terms of quality or reliability. We even have Nintendo Switch steering wheels for those looking to take Mario Kart 8 to the next level.