Belkin's Cable Won't Charge Your Switch 2 More Quickly
Testing by LTT Labs found that Belkin's USB-C cable does not charge the Nintendo Switch 2 faster than standard cables. Despite marketing claims, real-world charge speeds were comparable to other quality cables, showing no meaningful performance advantage for the Switch 2.
Background
- The Nintendo Switch 2 is the successor to the wildly popular Nintendo Switch hybrid console, expected to launch in 2025 or later. Like the original, it uses USB-C for charging.
- Belkin is a well-known accessories brand that makes cables, chargers, and docks for consumer electronics.
- USB-C charging is governed by standards (e.g., USB Power Delivery), but not all cables support the same power levels. Some cables are "e-marked" to handle higher wattage, others are not.
- LTTLabs (Linus Tech Tips Labs) is a testing outlet that measures real-world performance of tech products, often exposing misleading marketing claims.
- This article tests whether a premium Belkin cable actually delivers faster charging to the Switch 2 than a standard cable. The short answer: no — the console itself limits the charge speed, so the cable makes no difference.