--- title: "Which Laptop Charger Fits My Laptop? Voltage, Watts and Plug Guide | Qyvea" url: https://qyvea.co.ke/laptop-charger-which-adapter-fits-my-laptop-kenya description: "How to choose the right laptop charger in Kenya: voltage, amps and watts, plug size and tip, original vs compatible chargers and the risks of the wrong one. Live prices, free Nairobi delivery over KES 5,000 and 7-day returns." updated: 2026-10-17 --- > Markdown copy of https://qyvea.co.ke/laptop-charger-which-adapter-fits-my-laptop-kenya for AI assistants. Prices and stock change; check the live page. 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Match the voltage exactly, the watts or amps at least, and the plug. The wrong charger can damage the laptop. Nobody wants to find out a phone is a copy after paying for it. Read on: it takes a few minutes and could save you a lot more than that. **In this guide you will see:** - Match voltage exactly; watts at least as high. - Same plug type and size. - USB-C chargers must deliver the right power. Quick answer Read the label on your old charger or the laptop: it shows output voltage (V) and current (A) or power (W). The new charger must match the voltage exactly, provide at least the same watts and have the same plug type. USB-C laptops use USB-C chargers that must support the right power. A poor-quality charger can overheat or damage the laptop, so buy from a seller who states the model and guarantee. 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Real products, live prices, in stock now ## Key takeaways - Match voltage exactly; watts at least as high. - Same plug type and size. - USB-C chargers must deliver the right power. - Avoid very cheap, unlabelled chargers. ## What to look for before you buy | Check | Rule | | --- | --- | | Voltage (V) | Must match exactly | | Current/power (A or W) | Same or higher | | Plug type | Same shape, size and pin | | USB-C | Must support the laptop's power level | ## Best prices in stock today Prices update live from the Qyvea store. Tap any product to see full specs, stock and delivery options, or [ask us on WhatsApp](https://wa.me/254113301244) for a recommendation. ## Why buy from Qyvea ### Why Kenyans buy from Qyvea - **Genuine branded products** sold with the manufacturer's warranty (typically 6–24 months, varies by product) - **7-day returns and exchanges**; damaged or wrong item? 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Only a power bank that supports your laptop's USB-C power; check the specifications. Original or compatible? Original chargers are safest; good compatible ones work, but quality varies. ## Why customers choose Qyvea **Genuine brands**: Manufacturer warranty on what we sell, so you are not gambling on the box. **One team, start to finish**: The people who advise you also install and support it. **Fast answers**: WhatsApp replies usually within 30 minutes, and delivery within 24 hours in Nairobi. **Easy to buy**: Pay by M-Pesa, bank transfer or card. Free delivery in Nairobi on orders over KES 5,000. **Risk taken off you**: 7-day returns and exchanges on products, and a workmanship warranty on installations. **Customers say so**: Rated 4.6/5 from 57 Google reviews. **Your next step takes one minute:** send us a photo of the place on WhatsApp and we will tell you what it needs. ## Related articles [Shopping Guides · Guide Why Is My Laptop Battery Draining Fast or Not Charging? 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