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October 14th, 2022 13:00

XPS Power Adapter Compatible with Inspiron?

I have a Dell XPS 15-9510 and an Inspiron 15-5510.

I also purchased an extra XPS power adapter:
Dell USB-C 130 W AC Adapter (Manufacturer Part T4V18 | Dell Part 450-AHOM)
I did this for traveling and keep it in my computer travel bag since I might easily forget to pack the one tethered under my desk.

As it turns out, I may be traveling with either laptop but since it would be one or the other, I only need one extra adapter.

After reviewing the specs on the Inspiron power adapter that came with the system, it appears that the XPS power adapter output is compatible with the Inspiron. Since the XPS output jack is USB-C and the Inspiron is a DC round tip, I would however, need a USB-DC adapter cable.

From my web research, multiple sources indicate that using a power adapter of a higher output wattage than a PC's stock unit is not an issue because the PC's internal power circuitry determines the power level it will consume.

Based on below, both the voltage and amperage of the Inspiron adapter fall within the range of the XPS adapter-
XPS AC Adapter          Output: 5V-20V, 1A-6.5A, 130Watt max
Inspiron AC Adapter   Output: 19.5V, 3.34A, 65 Watts (45W compatible)

Can I ask any power experts here to confirm my assumptions?

Many thanks!

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