GoPro Charging Standards: USB-C PD & Voltage Explained

Charging standards for successive generations of GoPro

GoPro charging standards vary by model and generation. The MISSION 1 series supports fast charging via USB PD (PPS) and 18W adapters.

MISSION 1 Series: Fast Charging (USB PD / 18W)

• MISSION 1
• MISSION 1 PRO
• MISSION 1 PRO ILS

When paired with the high-capacity Enduro 2 (AGBAT-001) battery and a compatible charger, the MISSION 1 series (MISSION 1 / PRO / PRO ILS) supports fast charging. Note that charging directly in the camera body uses USB PD (Power Delivery).

• Using a USB PD (PPS compatible) charger:
  • Up to 80% charge: approx. 27 minutes
  • Up to 100% (full charge): approx. 54–60 minutes
• Using a 9V/2A (18W) charger:
  • Up to 80% charge: approx. 32 minutes
  • Up to 100% (full charge): approx. 56 minutes

HERO 5 to HERO 13: 5V/2A = 10W

• HERO13 BLACK
• HERO (2024)
• HERO12 BLACK
• HERO11 BLACK
• HERO11 BLACK Mini
• HERO10 BLACK
• HERO9 BLACK
• HERO8 BLACK
• MAX
• HERO7 BLACK
• HERO6 BLACK
• HERO5 BLACK
• HERO5 Session
• Fusion
• HERO(2018)

HERO 4 or earlier: 5V/1A = 5W

• HERO4
• HERO Session + HERO4 Session
• HERO+ LCD
• HERO+
• HERO
• HERO3+
• HERO3
• HD HERO2
• HD HERO Original

What to consider when charging your GoPro.

Use a Compatible Charger for Your GoPro

When charging your device with an AC adapter or mobile battery, using a model that matches the required output can help prevent battery degradation. In addition, using a compatible charger allows for faster charging speeds.

Starting with the HERO 5, the USB charging standard changed from the older 5V/1A to 5V/2A. Therefore, it's important to use a charger that supports the updated standard. If you're charging via a PC USB port, make sure to check the power output specifications of that port.

The simplest way is to use a USB charger, but since output quality varies between brands, it's best to choose reliable manufacturers like Anker.

Anker PowerPort III 20W Cube

Anker chargers are highly reliable. Compact and easy to carry, they are affordable while supporting up to 5V/3A.

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If you use HERO 5 or later, pay attention to the USB cable.

There are charging standards that are compatible with USB cables.

Some USB cables are not 5V/1A, so if you are using a GoPro HERO 5 or later with 10W charging, it will not only slow down the charging speed, but may also cause battery degradation.

GoPro basically charges at 5V, so use a USB cable with a corresponding amperage of 2A or higher.

Recently, e-commerce stores such as Amazon sell 2A and 2.4A compatible USB cables at low prices, so be sure to check the packaging when purchasing.

Anker PowerLine III USB-C & USB-C 2.0 Cable

Anker's highly reliable Type-C cable. The price is a bit high, but considering its reliability and long lifespan, the cost performance is not bad.

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