Can you charge an ROG Ally X with an Apple 5W USB-A?
Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.
The Apple 5W USB-A is a USB-A charger without USB Power Delivery. The ROG Ally X needs a USB-C PD charger to charge properly.
No time shown: the manufacturer hasn’t published one for this device.
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How long to 50% with each charger
Shorter bar is faster. The highlighted row is the charger on this page.
Want it faster?
Full speed needs 100 W or more. These chargers get there:
ROG Ally X charging specs
- Fast charging needs
- 100 W
- Max input (approx.)
- 100 W
- In the box
- 65W
- Battery
- 80 Wh
- Apple 5W USB-A
- 5 W · USB-A
Sources: ASUS: ROG Ally X (2024) specs · ASUS: ROG Ally vs ROG Ally X · Apple: About Apple USB power adapters. Checked 2026-10-17.
Quick answers
Is it safe to charge the ROG Ally X with the Apple 5W USB-A?
Yes, but it is a basic 5V USB-A charger without Power Delivery, so it can only deliver a few watts.
How many watts does the ROG Ally X need for fast charging?
100 W or more. Ships with a 65W adapter in most regions and accepts USB-C chargers up to 100W.
How long does the ROG Ally X take to charge with the Apple 5W USB-A?
It will not charge properly with this charger.