using none genuine charger for Acer

[paparazzo79]

Hi guys.
I got myself used Acer Predator 17 G5-793 which came with none genuine charger (pic below).
Any issues I could come across using such charger?
Voltage is okay.
What is the worse case scenario that could happen using such charger?
As you see on pic there is no even who made the charger.

[mon2]

It *may* be ok but you are truly at the mercy of the mfr of this non-descript adapter. There are reports of designs where the adapter contained a lower power adapter under the shell of the device. Monitor this adapter for heating or excessive heat during use. If too hot, avoid using this adapter. On this note, the adapter may be ok to use but the vendor did not seek out the expensive safety certifications like ETL / CSA / cUL, etc. If the adapter has real certifications (not photo shopped stickers) then you have a 3rd party approval that the adapter is capable of supporting the heavy currents as listed. Worst case if too hot, the adapter can burn out or cause a fire. Tons of these on Amazon for sale.

[paparazzo79]

It *may* be ok but you are truly at the mercy of the mfr of this non-descript adapter. There are reports of designs where the adapter contained a lower power adapter under the shell of the device. Monitor this adapter for heating or excessive heat during use. If too hot, avoid using this adapter. On this note, the adapter may be ok to use but the vendor did not seek out the expensive safety certifications like ETL / CSA / cUL, etc. If the adapter has real certifications (not photo shopped stickers) then you have a 3rd party approval that the adapter is capable of supporting the heavy currents as listed. Worst case if too hot, the adapter can burn out or cause a fire. Tons of these on Amazon for sale.

Yeah, the adapter gets very very hot during use.
Can it damage the laptop in some way, during use?
I don't have alternative since genuine at this spec can not find here, and amazon does not ship to Bosnia.

[paparazzo79]

Found this one, selling even in my city.
This one okay?

[mon2]

DO NOT use the adapter that is running hot. It is obviously a fake and has a lower power adapter internals but the stickers are for the higher current. Scummy.

Yes, like the ACER branded unit which appears to be the real deal. As long as the DC adapter tip mates with your unit, you are good to test this unit.

[paparazzo79]

DO NOT use the adapter that is running hot. It is obviously a fake and has a lower power adapter internals but the stickers are for the higher current. Scummy.

Yes, like the ACER branded unit which appears to be the real deal. As long as the DC adapter tip mates with your unit, you are good to test this unit.

Hmm., but my model of laptop is not listed judging by this
https://www.ebay.com/itm/286795356077

Compatible Model(s): Acer Aspire V15 Nitro Series: VN7-593G-738X VN7-593G-73KV VN7-593G-76SS VN7-593G-57NE VN7-593G-59F9 VN7-593G-73HP VN7-593G-742C VN7-593G-73E7 VN7-593G-786F VN7-593G-79L1 VN7-593G-70U4
Acer Aspire V17 Nitro Series: VN7-793G-717L VN7-793G-71AG VN7-793G-719P VN7-793G-741P VN7-793G-709A VN7-793G-758J VN7-793G-722D VN7-793G-52XN VN7-793G-5811 VN7-793G-738J VN7-793G-79MN VN7-793G-53K5
Acer Predator Helios 300 Series: G3-571-77QK G3-571-51NK G3-572-78JY G3-572-7526 G3-572-73FH G3-572-72YF G3-572-72MT G3-572-795X G3-572-770 PH317-51-70KH PH317-51-78SZ PH317-51-787B PH317-51-75GZ PH317-51-77QK

Is the jack/tip same size and shape?

[SMDFlea]

Hmm., but my model of laptop is not listed judging by this
https://www.ebay.com/itm/286795356077

Is the jack/tip same size and shape?

Man, you have a pair of eyes , look at the tip of the cheap nasty one compared to the ebay one are they the same or different... does the non genuine shitty one have a big 7.4mm X 5mm barrel like this one

[paparazzo79]

Man, you have a pair of eyes , look at the tip of the cheap nasty one compared to the ebay one are they the same or different... does the non genuine shitty one have a big 7.4mm X 5mm barrel like this one

A guy who has genuine Acer Adapter contacted me, and tomorrow I will try if tip fits, because
I am confused, if the tip is the same and will be compatible with my Acer Predator G5-793-7108, because on e-bay site, my model of the laptop is not listed under compatible models.
Why is that?
He measured his tip is 5.5 mm but required is 5.0 m.m, correct?
Could that make a difference?
Yeah, the replcement adapter has big tip too.

[paparazzo79]

Friends,lets try to short this out:
Will his adapter (the one I posted pictures above) be okay to use for my laptop Acer Predator 17 G5-793-7108,and will it fit?

[paparazzo79]

DO NOT use the adapter that is running hot. It is obviously a fake and has a lower power adapter internals but the stickers are for the higher current. Scummy.

Yes, like the ACER branded unit which appears to be the real deal. As long as the DC adapter tip mates with your unit, you are good to test this unit.

Mate, if his adapter is in some way malfunctioning, can it damage my laptop?

[mon2]

Anything is possible and is too risky to use. Under stress, the adapter can leak out the wrong voltage and cause the motherboard (at least the DCin mosfets) to be damaged. Seek out the proper adapter from Acer for this unit. Ebay may have som good finds. I know that we scored some real Dell heavy duty adapters for almost the same price as the copycat fake ones not too long ago. Acer units should be up there as well.

[paparazzo79]

Anything is possible and is too risky to use. Under stress, the adapter can leak out the wrong voltage and cause the motherboard (at least the DCin mosfets) to be damaged. Seek out the proper adapter from Acer for this unit. Ebay may have som good finds. I know that we scored some real Dell heavy duty adapters for almost the same price as the copycat fake ones not too long ago. Acer units should be up there as well.

I am affraid I don't have anymore solutions then these 2:
1. Either ti keep using replacement adapter which is very very hot during use.
2. Purchase used genuine Acer adapter from online seller in unknown condition and use that one.

[mon2]

Review the adapter you have already and post a clear pic of the end adapter connector that mates with the logic board. It should have a needle like center pin.

[paparazzo79]

Okay, here:

[paparazzo79]

Nope, his adapter does not fit..
His tip is a lot smaller in diameter and his adapter does not have this "needle" in the middle, like my replacement one has.
He also told me that it will be tough to find such genuine adapter.

[mon2]

Found on Aliexpress. Seller is stating it is the original and has shared pics.

From the linked vendor:





https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005...origin_prod%3A

[paparazzo79]

I never ordered over aliexpress, nor do I know if it is possible, will check on that.
Until then, what can I do with replacement one during use, since it is heating up very much to the point yoi can not hold hand onto it??
Maybe make breaks during use, shutdown laptop for 10-15 min then turn back on again???

[SMDFlea]

Found on Aliexpress. Seller is stating it is the original and has shared pics.

From the linked vendor:

https://www.aliexpress.com/item/1005012866988404.html

It doesn`t say in the description that it`s a genuine acer charger it only says Original AC Adapter Charger , here`s where the wording is sly . The Acer (or Delta?) writing on the label is blanked out as well at the listing on ali. This one on Amazon is a compatible charger https://www.amazon.co.uk/ADP-180MB-A.../dp/B0DSPKPCCJ , similar fake Delta label .

[SMDFlea]

I never ordered over aliexpress, nor do I know if it is possible, will check on that.
Until then, what can I do with replacement one during use, since it is heating up very much to the point yoi can not hold hand onto it??
Maybe make breaks during use, shutdown laptop for 10-15 min then turn back on again???

Keep a fire extinguisher next to it

[mon2]

The vendor has shared a short video of the product and has confirmed the adapter is the Acer brand OEM adapter.