Can I leave my Switch charging all night?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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How long can a Switch stay charged?

For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001 [product serial number begins with "XAW"], the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours. For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001(-01) [product serial number begins with "XKW"], the battery life is approximately 4.5 to 9 hours.
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Can I leave my charger plugged in all night?

Is it bad to charge your smartphone overnight? No, it's not unsafe to charge your phone overnight as modern electronics have plenty of failsafes. That said, we'd recommend using features like Adaptive Battery that delay or slow down overnight charging to prevent long-term battery degradation.
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Will my Nintendo Switch charge in sleep mode?

The Nintendo Switch console takes approximately 3 hours to fully charge when the console is powered off or in sleep mode. Charging time will be longer if the console is in use. Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used.
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Is it okay to overcharge a Switch Lite?

Lithium ion batteries get damaged if they full discharge or are over charged. The Switch has a charge controller that will stop charging when it reach 100%.
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Is it bad to leave a Switch charging overnight?

Leaving the console on the dock or plugged in directly with the AC adapter overnight, or past the point where the battery is fully charged will not cause harm to the battery.
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Does Switch overheat charging?

Your console may get hot when charging or during use (including when in Sleep Mode). This is not a defect.
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Does Switch sleep mode waste battery?

Sleep Mode is handy for shutting down your Switch for short durations but the battery is still getting drained - leave it in Sleep Mode for even a few hours and you can find the power gone very quickly.
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Should I turn off my Switch at night?

As with any electronic device, it's a good idea to turn a Nintendo Switch console off if you're not using it. This lets the hardware rest, resets any potentially glitchy software, and allows the batteries to charge faster. If you're just taking a break, then the Switch's Sleep Mode is a better choice.
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Should I turn off my Nintendo Switch while charging?

You can charge your Nintendo Switch when it is completely turned off, but any attached Joy-Con controllers will not be charged in that case.
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Is it bad charging overnight?

Your phone's battery will not be at risk of overcharging if you leave it plugged in overnight. Modern smartphones are equipped with smart charging technology that halts the charging process once the battery reaches full capacity. The charger only kicks in occasionally to top off the battery, maintaining it at 100%.
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What happens if you leave a battery charger on too long?

Yes. If the charger is not a smart charger or it is not matched to the battery, it will overcharge the battery, overheat it, and boil out the fluid.
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Is charging to 100% bad?

As with any electronic devices, you should follow the 80% rule. This is a general rule to not fully charge the battery or let it drain to 0%. This is because when it is at 100% the charger is constantly charging the battery since batteries will lose charge over time.
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How long is the lifespan of a Nintendo Switch?

How long does a Nintendo Switch last? The lifespan of your Nintendo Switch is 6–10 years if you take good care of it. You shouldn't have any wear and tear or issues with internal components before then.
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Should I charge my Nintendo Switch to 100%?

Ideally it is recommended to charge up to like 95%, not 100%, as charging up to 100% reduce the battery lifespan more.
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What happens if you don't charge your Nintendo Switch for a long time?

Make sure that you charge the product at least once every six months. If not charged for an extended period of time, the battery may lose its ability to retain charge. With repeated charges during the life of the product, the amount of time the battery lasts after a full charge will naturally decrease.
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Is it okay to leave Switch charging overnight?

Short and Sweet: Yes, You Can!

Leaving your Nintendo Switch charging overnight is totally fine.
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Is it OK to put Switch on sleep mode?

It's designed to be left in Sleep mode. I'm pretty sure that's true for every modern console. I have had it docked in sleep mode for however many years I have had it. I've never turned mine off, it's always in sleep mode.
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Is sleep mode better than shut down Switch?

Keeping your laptop in sleep mode overnight is generally fine, but regular shutdowns have benefits in terms of energy efficiency, software updates, and heat management. Finding the right balance between sleep mode and shutdowns depends on your specific usage and preferences.
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What drains a Switch battery?

The Nintendo Switch is especially prone to battery issues as a result of its duality as a console and a handheld. Extended use in docked mode, or playing and charging at the same time can shorten your batteries longevity.
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How long can you leave your Switch in sleep mode?

This time can be set to 1, 3, 5, 10, or 30 minutes. To disable Auto-Sleep while using the console screen, select Never. While in TV Mode the console will enter sleep mode after a set period of inactivity. This time can be set to 1, 2, 3, 6, or 12 hours.
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How long should a Switch stay charged?

Once fully charged, the battery duration for the console varies depending on model and on the software application and functions being used. For Nintendo Switch, model number: HAC-001 [product serial number begins with "XAW"], the battery life is approximately 2.5 to 6.5 hours.
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How hot is too hot for a Switch?

If you use your console in a place where the ambient temperature is high, it may become hot. Please use it where the temperature range is 5 - 35 ℃.
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Is it bad to play your Switch while charging?

It won't hurt anything. Blue Lives Matter! nah, they figured that issue with batteries ages ago. Charging while playing will slow the charge, but thats it.
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