Can you charge a ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 with an Anker 715 (Nano II 65W)?
Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.
The Anker 715 (Nano II 65W) meets the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13’s top charging speed of about 65 W.
Estimated from the manufacturer’s stated fast-charge time, with the device idle.
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ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 charging specs
- Fast charging needs
- 65 W
- Max input (approx.)
- 65 W
- In the box
- 65W USB-C (varies by configuration)
- Battery
- 57 Wh
- Anker 715 (Nano II 65W)
- 65 W · USB-C
Sources: Lenovo PSREF: ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 · Anker: 715 Charger (Nano II 65W). Checked 2026-10-17.
Quick answers
Is it safe to charge the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 with the Anker 715 (Nano II 65W)?
Yes. USB Power Delivery negotiates power, so the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 only takes what it can handle and the charger only gives what it can supply. A weaker charger is slower, not dangerous.
How many watts does the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 need for fast charging?
65 W or more. Rapid Charge reaches 80% in about 1 hour with the 65W USB-C adapter (laptop off or asleep).
How long does the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 13 take to charge with the Anker 715 (Nano II 65W)?
About 38 min to 50% and 2 h 5 min to full, estimated with the device idle.