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USB Power Delivery (USB PD): why wattage alone is not enough

USB Power Delivery is a standardized power-negotiation system used over supported USB connections; successful charging depends on compatible source, sink and cable capabilities.

Why it matters

How this changes a diagnosis

A 100 W label by itself does not prove a charger, cable and device will negotiate the exact profile the device needs. DeviceOK therefore treats wattage calculators as planning checks rather than protocol certification.

Key points

What to remember

  • The source and device negotiate supported power behavior.
  • Cable capability can matter at higher power levels.
  • Proprietary or optional charging modes can exist alongside USB PD.
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