Can you charge a Dell XPS 13 (2026) with a Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter?
Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.
It charges at normal speed. Fast charging needs 65 W or more.
Estimated from the official battery capacity and the power this pair agrees on, with the device idle.
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Full speed needs 65 W or more. These chargers get there:
Dell XPS 13 (2026) charging specs
- Fast charging needs
- 65 W
- Max input (approx.)
- 65 W
- In the box
- 65W USB-C
- Battery
- 52 Wh
- Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter
- 60 W · USB-C
Sources: Dell: XPS 13 (DX13260) · Dell: XPS 13 DX13260 power adapter requirements · Nintendo: Switch 2 AC adapter information (NGN-01) · ChargerLab: Teardown of the original 60W PD charger of Nintendo Switch 2 · Nintendo: How to charge the Switch 2. Checked 2026-10-17.
Quick answers
Is it safe to charge the Dell XPS 13 (2026) with the Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter?
Yes. USB Power Delivery negotiates power, so the Dell XPS 13 (2026) only takes what it can handle and the charger only gives what it can supply. A weaker charger is slower, not dangerous.
How many watts does the Dell XPS 13 (2026) need for fast charging?
65 W or more. Ships with a 65W USB-C adapter. Dell says it needs at least 27W to run and charge at the same time.
How long does the Dell XPS 13 (2026) take to charge with the Nintendo Switch 2 AC adapter?
About 31 min to 50% and 1 h 40 min to full, estimated with the device idle.