DeWalt 100-Watt 2-Port GaN PPS PD Wall Charger

Why I reached for this charger

I’ve been trying to simplify my travel tech and jobsite kit: fewer bricks, fewer cables, less heat, and enough power to run a laptop and top up a phone at the same time. The DeWalt 100W charger fit that brief on paper—two USB‑C ports, GaN internals, PPS/PD 3.0 support, and a compact body in the familiar black‑and‑yellow. After a few weeks of daily use—on a bench, in a backpack, and next to a tool bag—it’s earned a spot in my rotation, with a couple of caveats.

Design and build

This is a no‑nonsense block with two USB‑C ports stacked on the face. The GaN power stage keeps the footprint modest for the power it delivers; it’s not the tiniest 100W brick I own, but it’s easy to stash and doesn’t hog a whole outlet. The casing feels solid and scuff‑resistant, with enough texture that it’s not slippery when you’re moving fast. I appreciate the visual identity—easy to spot in a sea of black chargers—and it’s built like a DeWalt tool: purposeful and sturdy.

Port labeling is simple—two USB‑C outputs, no A‑port here—and there’s no gimmickry. No status LEDs, no collapsible prongs or interchangeable tips to break; just a compact wall charger focused on delivering power. If you need legacy USB‑A, this isn’t that.

Protocols and what they mean in practice

It supports USB Power Delivery 3.0 and PPS (Programmable Power Supply). PD 3.0 is the mainstream standard that fast‑charges modern laptops, tablets, and many accessories. PPS matters if you’re on newer Android phones (particularly Samsung Galaxy and many Pixels) that request finer voltage/current steps for optimal heat and speed; with PPS, I saw steadier, cooler fast charging on my Galaxy than with non‑PPS bricks.

The headline spec is up to 100 W total across the two USB‑C ports. In real life, that means:
- One device connected: it can negotiate up to a full 100 W, provided your device and cable support it.
- Two devices connected: the charger dynamically shares power between them up to a combined 100 W, adjusting as each device’s demand changes.

As always with USB‑C, the cable matters. Pair it with an e‑marked 100 W USB‑C cable to unlock the full output; a 60 W cable will cap you there, regardless of the charger’s capability.

Single‑device performance

With a single USB‑C laptop attached, the charger negotiated high power quickly and predictably. On a 14‑inch workstation that can pull around 90+ watts under bursty workloads, it held steady and didn’t flinch when the CPU/GPU spiked. I didn’t experience brownouts, hiccups, or renegotiations mid‑load. The charger got warm, not hot—typical GaN behavior and a good sign for efficiency.

On phones, fast‑charge handshakes were quick. A Galaxy with PPS ramped up promptly to a healthy fast‑charge state and stayed there without oscillation. An iPad and an iPhone on USB‑C also hit their expected fast‑charge rates via PD. None of that is particularly glamorous, but it’s what you want: plug in, get full speed, no drama.

Two‑device behavior

The real reason to buy a dual‑port 100 W brick is to run a laptop and phone together or two medium‑draw devices without carrying two adapters. Here, the DeWalt behaved sensibly. With a laptop on one port and a PPS‑capable phone on the other, it prioritized the laptop enough to avoid drain under everyday work (docs, browser, light photo edits) while still fast‑charging the phone. When I pushed the laptop harder—sustained exports and compile tasks—the laptop drew the lion’s share and the phone settled into a still‑quick but slightly slower rate. That’s exactly how I want a shared 100 W supply to apportion power.

Two laptops at once is possible if you’re okay with “sustain and top‑off” more than “full‑tilt charging.” In my tests, two ultrabooks both stayed at or near their battery state under typical office loads; if you hammer both machines, don’t expect both to gain battery quickly. But for shared desk setups or travel nights, it’s a practical two‑in‑one solution.

Heat, noise, and stability

The GaN design pays off. Surface temps stayed comfortable, even after an hour of higher‑draw laptop use. I didn’t hear coil whine or detect flicker in the power delivery. Negotiations were clean when hot‑plugging the second device—the first device stayed powered and simply stepped to a new negotiated level. That stability is as important as raw wattage.

In the DeWalt ecosystem

If you use DeWalt’s USB Charging Kit (DCB094K), this charger is a good match. The kit expects a PD source, and the 100 W headroom here gives it plenty of runway. I used the charger with the USB power source module to top up a pack and to run accessories; it worked as expected and cleaned up the number of adapters in my bag. For tradespeople who already carry DeWalt batteries, this helps consolidate power around a standard—USB‑C PD—without giving up speed.

The cable conversation

A quick PSA borne of a few hiccups: use a proper 100 W e‑marked USB‑C cable. I intentionally tried a mix of 60 W and older unmarked cables and ran into predictable caps and intermittent renegotiations under heavier loads. With a known‑good 100 W cable, the experience was smooth. Label your high‑wattage cable and keep it with this charger; it saves guesswork on the job or in a hotel room.

What I like

• Compact for its class thanks to GaN, with a tough, easy‑to‑spot shell.
• Two USB‑C ports that can both be active, up to a combined 100 W.
• Proper PD 3.0 and PPS support; modern phones and laptops negotiate quickly and charge efficiently.
• Stable power delivery under varying loads; no surprise resets when adding or removing a second device.
• Plays nicely with DeWalt’s USB Charging Kit, reducing how many bricks I carry.

What could be better

• Only two ports. Some 100 W chargers offer three or four outputs; if you regularly charge multiple accessories, you’ll still be juggling.
• No USB‑A legacy port. I’m fine with a USB‑C‑only future, but a lot of accessories aren’t there yet.
• Power‑sharing details aren’t printed on the body. It would be helpful to see suggested split behavior at a glance, even if the allocation is dynamic.
• As with any high‑output charger, your experience hinges on the cable. That’s solvable, but it’s an extra variable to manage.

For reliability, my unit has been solid so far with both ports performing as expected. I can’t speak to long‑term durability beyond my test window, but thermals and stability inspire confidence.

Who it’s for

• Travelers who want one brick to handle a laptop and a phone or tablet.
• Students and office workers who split time between desk and classroom/conference rooms.
• Tradespeople invested in the DeWalt ecosystem who want a PD source that can also play nicely with the DCB094K kit.

If you need legacy USB‑A, more than two ports, or fixed power splits for niche setups, look elsewhere. If you want a compact, tough, dual‑USB‑C PD/PPS charger that hits its 100 W spec and behaves well under load, this fits.

Final verdict

I recommend the DeWalt 100W charger. It’s compact, well‑built, and—most importantly—reliable under real‑world conditions. Single‑device performance hits the full PD spec, PPS fast‑charging is handled cleanly, and dual‑device behavior is sensible for a shared 100 W budget. It cuts down the number of chargers I carry without introducing headaches, and it integrates cleanly with DeWalt’s USB Charging Kit. I’d love a third port or an optional USB‑A for legacy gear, but as a focused two‑port PD workhorse, it does exactly what it claims and does it well. Pair it with a proper 100 W cable, and you’ve got a compact power solution that can keep up with modern laptops and phones at home, on the road, or on the job.