Does the Samsung 45W Power Adapter Fast-Charge the Dell XPS 13?
Yes, but the charger is the limiting factor — only 45W via PD PPS, below the device's 65W ceiling.
Both sides speak PD PPS, but the Samsung 45W Power Adapter's port tops out lower than the Dell XPS 13's 65W ceiling, so you get 45W instead of the device's absolute max.
The details
| Device | Dell XPS 13 (9345) |
|---|---|
| Charger | Samsung 45W Power Adapter (EP-T4510) |
| Negotiated wattage | 45W |
| Protocol | PD PPS |
| 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) | 45W | Not the bottleneck |
| 100W / 5A e-marked cable | 45W | 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 Samsung 45W Power Adapter?
- Up to 45W via PD PPS, assuming you're using an adequately rated cable.
- Do I need a special cable for this combination?
- Any standard USB-C cable rated 3A or higher works fine — no special "e-marked" cable needed at 45W.
- Is there a faster charger for the Dell XPS 13?
- Yes — the Apple 67W USB-C Power Adapter reaches 65W with this device. See the full Dell XPS 13 charging guide for the complete ranking.
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