What chargers work with the Nintendo Switch 2 dock?

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The Switch 2 is picky about power. Your old charger might not cut it for TV mode.

The 60W Requirement

Here's the deal: TV mode needs at least 60 watts (20 volts at 3 amps). The original Switch only needed 15V. So if you're trying to use old Switch dock accessories, they might charge the console but won't enable TV output. You'll be stuck in handheld mode.

What Definitely Works

The dock and charger that came with your Switch 2. Those are designed for it.

Beyond that, most quality 60W+ USB-C chargers work fine. MacBook chargers (61W+), Anker, Belkin, Ugreen. Basically any reputable brand with Power Delivery at 60W or more.

Handheld Charging Is Easier

Just charging in portable mode? Requirements are relaxed. A 30W or 45W charger works, just charges slower. The console actually only pulls 15-17W when charging anyway. Nintendo deliberately limits it to keep heat down and protect the battery.

Third-Party Docks: Proceed Carefully

They exist. Some work great. Some have bricked Nintendo consoles in the past. If you go third-party, look for one that explicitly says Switch 2 compatible and hits that 60W threshold. Cheap unbranded ones are risky.

New Dock Feature

The Switch 2 dock has its own cooling fan now. It kicks on during docked gaming to handle the extra heat from running at full power.

Troubleshooting

Docked but stuck in handheld mode? Your charger probably doesn't hit 60W. That's the most common issue when using older accessories.