so a common usb charger for phone is 5 volts. amps varry. the 3ds takes 4.6 volts. how does this work?

The 3DS backplate rating is not a truthful rating it says 4.6 volts when it actually is 5 volts nominal. It contains a Texas Instruments bq24072RGT (for the 3ds XL) which is a 1.5A Li-Ion USB 5V Battery Charge Controller rated for operation between 4.35 and 6.4 V with over-voltage protection upto 28V (do not attempt to connect the 3ds to anything more than a 5V). Your USB port must be able to provide 2A of current as this charger does not negotiate its power usage and just attempts to draw its constant current assuming the supply is sufficient to supply that level of charging. If you use a cheap USB power supply it may not be able to provide a clean 1.5A supply and could generate a lot of noise on the power signal and or drop out randomly which can cause problems. Use a quality original 2A power supply and the cable should work fine. Most newer computers can easily provide 2A charging current on ports now as well.

It says it works the the DSi/XL. It does NOT and is nonreturnable. Has anyone had this problem?

I got some weird phone amplifier thing instead of the charger... Waiting to see if I can actually get what I ordered. Today I got an email saying they are refunding my money and I can do what I want with the piece I recieved... Now on the search for a charger that is actually what it says it is... They made it right. Thanks Amazon!

Is this compatible with the 2ds aswell?

Doesn't work for mine. Not sure I got the right cable.

Is this compatible with the 2Ds?

yes 2ds and 3ds use same type of charging port so this should work just fine

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⚡ Charge Fast, Play Longer – Never Miss a Level!

FAST CHARGE READY ⚡ - Power up your Nintendo 3DS/DSI/DSXL with efficient 5V charging that keeps your gameplay uninterrupted.
TRUSTED TOP RANKED 🏆 - Join thousands of satisfied users with a 4.2-star rating and a top 500 rank in Nintendo accessories.
UNIVERSAL USB TYPE A 🔌 - Seamlessly connect to any USB port—whether at home, office, or on the go.
HIGH SPEED DATA TRANSFER 🚀 - Experience smooth syncing and charging with 480 Mbps transfer rates, ensuring your device stays ready.
SLEEK LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN 🖤 - Weighing just 9g, this black cable blends style with portability for gamers who value minimalism.

The Gen USB Charge Cable is a sleek, black USB Type A cable designed specifically for Nintendo 3DS, DSI, and DSI XL devices. Supporting a maximum voltage of 5 volts and a data transfer rate of 480 Mbps, it ensures fast charging and reliable syncing. Lightweight and portable, it’s a top-rated accessory trusted by thousands of gamers worldwide.

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ASIN	B0024ZT3XO
Best Sellers Rank	#48,788 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #432 in Wii Accessories #487 in Nintendo DS Accessories #791 in Nintendo 3DS & 2DS Accessories
Brand Name	Blacell
Cable Type	USB
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	Nintendo 3DS/DSI/DSXL
Compatible Phone Models	Nintendo 3DS, Nintendo DSI, Nintendo DSI XL
Connector Gender	Male-to-Female
Connector Type	USB Type A
Customer Reviews	4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,948)
Data Transfer Rate	480 megabits_per_second
Global Trade Identification Number	00804551664403
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor, Outdoor
Item Shape	Round
Item Weight	9.07 g
Manufacturer	Gen
Maximum Voltage	5 volts
Model	804551664403
Number of Items	1
Number of Pins	4
Other Special Features of the Product	High Speed
Part Number	804551664403
Recommended Uses For Product	charging Nintendo 3DS/DSi/XL devices
UPC	797734234268 804551664403
Unit Count	1 Count

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