Averagely everybody replaces a phone charger about two or three times a year if not more. I can’t stress how important they are. Some get broken fast because they are not durable or well made. Its more advantageous to shell out as much as it takes to get a good one. It will last way longer with careful use.
I use the LG G4. Its a sweet phone and it is a power hungry beast. Having a fast charger for it is a must. Its easy to know a fast charger when I want to pick up one for my phone because it indicates when its connected to a fast charger.
To buy a good charger in Cameroon for example, be ready to spend about 5000frs. Its a safe bet to get an “ariamo” branded charger. They are generally good chargers.
But if you can’t find one, this is how I recommend to select a good charger.
- A Samsung branded charger is a safer bet.
- Most importantly, look at its output power specifications. The voltages are almost always standard at 5.0V but what you should watch out for is the current. For a fast charger it should not be less than 2.0A or 200mA. 2.1A is even better. Higer than that you run the risk of blowing your phone.
- It should feel premium especially the usb cable. The rubber its made from should be somewhat bouncy and tough.
- The price. A charger with these specifications will usually cost about 5000frs. If its less, say 2000frs even with the recommended power specifications, then the specifications are false.
- You’ll have a higher chance getting a real Samsung charger at spots where they sell used accessories and chargers. Its not a guarantee but I think is safer.
Following these guidelines should get you a good charger for your phone but the ultimate test will be how fast it will charge your phone to full capacity. Mine takes about 30-40 minutes (estimated figures) to charge to full capacity
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