Can you charge an ROG Xbox Ally X20 with an Apple 5W USB-A?

Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.

Answer
No

The Apple 5W USB-A is a USB-A charger without USB Power Delivery. The ROG Xbox Ally X20 needs a USB-C PD charger to charge properly.

Power delivered0 W of 68 W max
0 Wfast: 68 W
0 → 50%
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0 → 100%
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No time shown: the manufacturer hasn’t published one for this device.

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How long to 50% with each charger

Shorter bar is faster. The highlighted row is the charger on this page.

Want it faster?

Full speed needs 68 W or more. These chargers get there:

ROG Xbox Ally X20 charging specs

Fast charging needs
68 W
Max input (approx.)
68 W
In the box
68W (varies by region)
Battery
80 Wh
Apple 5W USB-A
5 W · USB-A

Sources: ASUS: ROG Xbox Ally X20 (2026) specs · ASUS press release: ROG Xbox Ally X20 available · Apple: About Apple USB power adapters. Checked 2026-10-17.

Quick answers

Is it safe to charge the ROG Xbox Ally X20 with the Apple 5W USB-A?

Yes, but it is a basic 5V USB-A charger without Power Delivery, so it can only deliver a few watts.

How many watts does the ROG Xbox Ally X20 need for fast charging?

68 W or more. Comes with a 68W USB-C adapter (20V 3.4A) where included; Travel Mode limits charging to 65W.

How long does the ROG Xbox Ally X20 take to charge with the Apple 5W USB-A?

It will not charge properly with this charger.