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Are there any power banks that output enough to charge it while playing? I have some PD power banks but when I connect them it says they charge too slow.

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[–] [email protected] 17 points 1 year ago (2 children)

I have the Anker 737 Powercore 24k powerbank, which is a 24.000mAh power bank capable of charging and discharging with 140w, which makes it a perfect Steam Deck powerbank as it can charge itself super quickly while still expanding the Steam Deck's portability massively.

Can charge the powerbank in 1 hour or less, while adding over 10 hours of gameplay to the deck - or more, depending on how power hungry the game is.

[–] [email protected] 1 points 1 year ago

I think I might grab one of these for my next trip!

[–] [email protected] 4 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I use a 20W power bank and it just about prevents the drastic battery drain. A 30W one should be good for most games I reckon

[–] PSYDUCK 8 points 1 year ago (1 children)

A 30w will suffice but to ensure charging under all circumstances regardless of load, 45w is the benchmark. For context, the charger that is included out of the box is 45w.

[–] [email protected] 3 points 1 year ago

Yeap you’re right. 45w power banks are heavy though

[–] PSYDUCK 3 points 1 year ago

When looking for a power bank suitable for the Steam Deck it needs to support atleast 45W Charging and you a suitable cable that will support this capacity (i.e a DECENT quality 3C cable).

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

The one I have is the Baseus 65W power bank. Works great, but the deck eats it all in about an hour or so.

[–] [email protected] 2 points 1 year ago

I’m using an Omni mobile 25600 and it’s awesome.