Does the Anker Nano II 65W Fast-Charge the Dell XPS 13?
Yes — this combination fast-charges at up to 65W via USB PD.
Both sides speak USB PD, and the Anker Nano II 65W delivers enough power for the Dell XPS 13 to hit its full 65W ceiling.
The details
| Device | Dell XPS 13 (9345) |
|---|---|
| Charger | Anker Nano II 65W (A2149) |
| Negotiated wattage | 65W |
| Protocol | USB PD |
| Match quality | Full speed |
How your cable affects this
The wattage above assumes an adequately rated cable. Here's what actually happens with three common cable situations:
| Cable | Real wattage | Cable-limited? |
|---|---|---|
| Standard 60W-rated cable (3A, not e-marked) | 60W | Cable-limited |
| 100W / 5A e-marked cable | 65W | Not the bottleneck |
| Unrated / unknown cable (assume worst case) | 40W | Cable-limited |
Frequently asked questions
- What's the maximum charging speed for the Dell XPS 13 with the Anker Nano II 65W?
- Up to 65W via USB PD, assuming you're using an adequately rated cable.
- Do I need a special cable for this combination?
- You'll need a cable rated 5A e-marked (look for "100W" printed on the cable) to actually reach 65W — a thinner or unmarked cable will silently cap the speed.
- Is there a faster charger for the Dell XPS 13?
- Not among the chargers we recommend for it — the Anker Nano II 65W already delivers the Dell XPS 13's full 65W ceiling.
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