Charger Buying Guide
Find the most compatible chargers for your devices to ensure compact, high speed charging. 
charger buying guide: Find the most compatible chargers for your devices to ensure compact, high speed charging.
Top Wall Charger Picks From Our Experts
Best for Mobile Devices
30W GaN Wall Charger
Staples TECH
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  • 3.3ft Cable included with wall charger.
  • 1 USB-C port.
  • Compatible with Apple, Samsung, Google and LG products.
BEST FOR TRAVEL
65W GaN Wall Charger
Staples TECH
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  • 6.5ft Cable included with wall charger.
  • 2 USB-C, 1 USB-A ports.
  • Charges headphones, smart phones, tablets, and devices supported by USB-A or USB-C connections.
BEST FOR HOME OFFICE
100W GaN Wall Charger
Staples TECH
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  • 6.5ft Cable included with wall charger.
  • 2 USBA-A, 2 USB-C ports.
  • Charges up to 4 devices, with enough power to charge your laptop.
Terminology
What is fast charging? Fast charging is a term that is thrown around a lot in the charging market. However, it generally refers to a charger that can provide more than the standard 5W of power to a compatible device, which allows for more efficient and fast charging speeds. Fast chargers are also capable of communicating with your device, only providing as much wattage as your device needs for safer charging. What is Power Delivery (PD)? USB Power Delivery (PD) is a type of fast-charging standard supported by many kinds of smartphones and laptops. While some chargers with USB-A ports support PD, you'll find PD most commonly in chargers with USB-C connectors. Modern PD chargers can support up to 240W of power, more than enough for most laptops and other devices.  What is GaN Charging? GaN (Gallium Nitridge) charging refers to a newer technology for powering devices. GaN chargers use GaN transistors instead of traditional silicon transistors, allowing current to flow faster and generating less heat. Because of this, GaN chargers can support higher wattages of power, making for efficient, faster charging. Lower heat generation means the components of the charger can be built closer together, allowing for more lightweight, portable chargers. 
What is fast charging?
Fast charging is a term that is thrown around a lot in the charging market. However, it generally refers to a charger that can provide more than the standard 5W (5 Watts) of power to a compatible device, which allows for more efficient and fast charging speeds. Fast chargers are also capable of communicating with your device, only providing as much wattage as your device needs for safer charging.
What is Power Delivery (PD)?
USB Power Delivery (PD) is a type of fast-charging standard supported by many kinds of smartphones and laptops. While some chargers with USB-A ports support PD, you'll find PD most commonly in chargers with USB-C connectors. Modern PD chargers can support up to 240W of power, more than enough for most laptops and other devices.
What is GaN Charging?
GaN (Gallium Nitridge) charging refers to a newer technology for powering devices. GaN chargers use GaN transistors instead of traditional silicon transistors, allowing current to flow faster and generating less heat. Because of this, GaN chargers can support higher wattages of power, making for efficient, faster charging. Lower heat generation means the components of the charger can be built closer together, allowing for more lightweight, portable chargers.
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How do I know which chargers are compatible with my device?
Making sure your devices and chargers are compatible is important. There are a few ways to check whether or not your chargers can support your device's wattage.
General Rule
Here are some ballpark estimates of how much power your device may need for fast charging.
Smartphone: Most phones can fast charge with 20-30W.
Laptop: 40W-100W. Gaming laptops may even use up to 200W.
Tablet: Typically, tablets have maximum wattages of 20-30W.
Headphones: Many headphones only need 5W or less.
general rule: Here are some ballpark estimates of how much power your device may need for fast charging. Smartphone: Most phones can fast charge with 20-30W. Laptop: 40W-100W. Gaming laptops may even use up to 200W. Tablet: Typically, tablets have maximum wattages of 20-30W. Headphones: Many headphones only need 5W or less.
other alternatives: Check your Device's Spec Sheet If you want a more accurate idea of how much wattage your device needs, you can check your device's user manual or spec sheet. Your devices' manufacturers may have the maximum wattage listed in the power or battery section. Look at the Charger your Device Comes With Sometimes, your device's maximum wattage may not be listed on the spec sheet. You can check to see ifthe charger that came with your device or the back of your device lists a maximum output in W. If it lists an output using volts (V) and amps (A), you can multiply the values to get wattage (W).
Other Alternatives
Check your Device's Spec Sheet
If you want a more accurate idea of how much wattage your device needs, you can check your device's user manual or spec sheet. Your devices' manufacturers may have the maximum wattage listed in the power or battery section.
Look at the Charger your Device Comes With
Sometimes, your device's maximum wattage may not be listed on the spec sheet. You can check to see ifthe charger that came with your device or the back of your device lists a maximum output in W. If it lists an output using volts (V) and amps (A), you can multiply the values together (amps * Volts) to get the wattage (W).
Best charger for…
Your Phone:
Staples TECH 20W USB-C Wall Charger
  • 20W PD of power, for charging your smartphone fully in just a few hours.
  • Comes with a 3.3ft USB-C to Lightning cable, compatible with Apple devices Gen 14 and earlier.
    • Your Laptop:
    Staples TECH 100W USB-C/USB-A Wall Charger
  • 100W PD of power split between four ports, keeping your laptop charged and ready to go.
  • Comes with a 6.5ft USB-C to USB-C cable, compatible with most laptops and other devices.
    • Multiple Devices:
    Staples TECH 65W USB-C Wall Charger
  • 65W PD of power, 3 ports, and PPS technology, allowing you to effectively charge your phone, tablet, and headphones all at once, without overcharging your devices.
  • Comes with a 6.5ft USB-C to USB-C cable, compatible with most laptops and other devices.
    • Top Rated Fast Chargers
    Other chargers you may need:
    Wireless Chargers
  • Some smartphones or devices support wireless charging, allowing you to charge without plugging in a cable to your device.
  • Instead, you can put your device onto a charging pad, which will transfer energy directly to your device using electromagnetic fields.
    • Power Banks
  • Power banks let you store energy inside its interal battery for you to use later, without the need to plug a charger into an outlet.
  • This means you can carry your portable charger with you and charge on the go while you travel or commute.
    • Car Chargers
  • Rather than a traditional wall outlet, car chargers are built to plug directly into your car.
  • With car chargers, you can easily charge your phone while you navigate or play music in your car.