As part of a limited-time Lightning Deal, Amazon is currently offering a Baseus 10,000mAh USB Type-C Power Bank with up to 20W of Power Delivery for only $11.99 after you clip a 20% off coupon. That's a great price for a 10,000mAh power bank with USB-C output that can fast charge a Nintendo Switch at its maximum rate. Baseus hasn't been long around enough to develop the same reputation as Anker, but its power banks have been steadily racking up favorable reviews and recommendations. They are also less expensive than an equivalent Anker model.
If you're looking for a good power bank to complement your Nintendo Switch, then a 10,000mAh power bank is the perfect balance between size and battery capacity. This Baseus power bank measures 6" long and 2.7" wide, about the same size as an iPhone 14 Pro, and weighs in at only 7 ounces. With a 10,000mAh capacity, this power bank can completely charge a Nintendo Switch or Switch OLED around 1.5 to 2 times, even if you factor in approximately 80% power efficiency.
The Baseus power bank has three ports. The USB-C port serves as both output and input, the USB Type-A port is output only, and the Micro USB port is input only. The USB-C port features up to 18W of Power Delivery. Coincidentally, the Nintendo Switch and Switch OLED accept a maximum charging rate of 18W, so this power bank can charge your Switch as fast as the OEM wall charger. Not only does that shorten the time it takes to charge your Switch, you'll also be able to play games while charging without draining the battery. The Baseus power bank is UL certified and comes with built-in safety protections you'd expect from a decent quality power bank. There's no digital display, but it does feature an LED battery indicator that you can check with a press of a button.
Note that the TSA requires all power banks to be brought in carry-on bags; power banks are not allowed in check-in regardless of capacity. The Baseus power bank's 10,000mAh capacity is well below TSA's 27,000mAh carry-on limit, so it can be brought onto planes. It's also low-profile enough that no one will take notice in the first place. If a TSA official actually does take the initiative to test the wattage on your power bank, you're well in the clear.
For more options, check out our picks for the best power banks of 2024. If you're looking for more Nintendo Switch accessories that might be on sales check out the best Nintendo Switch deals today.
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