Have you lost your old console's charger or is the cable damaged? Don't panic: almost all consoles, whether recent or retro, have a replacement charger. The key is to choose the right one, as a connector can look similar from one model to another without being compatible. Here is a simple guide, console by console.
Nintendo Handheld Consoles
- Nintendo 3DS, 3DS XL, 2DS, New 3DS, New 3DS XL, New 2DS XL, DSi and DSi XL: good news, they all use the same connector. A single charger works for the whole family – 2DS / 3DS / DSi / 3DS XL charger.
- Nintendo DS Lite: different connector, smaller – DS Lite charger.
- Nintendo DS (first model) and Game Boy Advance SP: these two consoles share the same connector – Game Boy SP / DS charger.
- Nintendo Switch and Switch Lite: USB-C port. For the console in handheld mode or on its TV dock, choose a charger designed for the Switch – Switch and Switch Lite charger or charger for console and dock. A simple phone charger can charge the console slowly, but is often not enough for the dock.
Sony Handheld Consoles
- PSP 1000, 2000 and 3000: same 5V charger for all three – PSP charger.
- PS Vita: 5V PS Vita charger.
Retro Home Consoles
Home consoles do not have a battery: without their power supply unit, they simply will not turn on. Each console has its own voltage, so you should never mix them up.
- Nintendo 64: N64 power supply
- Nintendo GameCube: GameCube power supply
- Nintendo Wii: Wii power supply
- Nintendo Wii U: beware, the console and the tablet controller (GamePad) each have their own charger – Wii U console power supply and Wii U GamePad charger.
- PlayStation 2 Slim: 8.5V external power supply – PS2 Slim power supply. The "fat" PS2 (the first thick model) has a built-in power supply and uses a simple power cable.
- Xbox 360 Slim: Xbox 360 Slim power supply
- Xbox One (first model): Xbox One power supply
- Sega Megadrive 2: Megadrive 2 power supply
Errors to Avoid
- Plugging in a charger "that fits" but is not designed for the console: too high a voltage can damage the electronics.
- Using a damaged or frayed cable: replace it, as it is a short-circuit risk.
- Confusing Wii and Wii U: the names are similar, but the power supplies are different.
The Charger Is Not Enough?
If your handheld console no longer holds a charge even with a new charger, the battery is probably worn out. See our guide to replace the battery in your handheld console.
All our chargers and power supplies are in stock in Switzerland and shipped quickly by La Poste. Can't find your console? Write to us via the contact page, and we will help you find the right model.