Nitro AN515-45 Max power input?

Hey, I have Nitro AN515-45 and just repasted GPU and CPU because I had issues with overheating and bad performance. It had enormous effect, everything is way cooler and faster. But another issue came. When I play KCD2, my battery gradually depletes. I noticed it, when the orange charger indicator started to flash at around 30% battery.

So I was wondering what the problem is. My current charher has output of 180W. My theory is, that the power consumed by the computer is higher than the amount that the charger is able to provide, since it can now go full gas, and is using some of the energy stored in battery to compensate. Therefore, my question is: Is there any more powerful charger? And if so, would it be compatible with my computer? And furhermore - would it be safe?

And finally, it might not be the case at all… Does anyone have any different ideas why it is happening?

Thank you for your answers and ideas in advance :)

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Jack22

@Debeti

For your Acer Nitro 5 AN515-45, you can use a more powerful charger, but you must choose one with the correct voltage and a compatible connector to avoid damaging your laptop. Your laptop model was shipped with either a 135W or 180W standard charger, depending on the internal components.

Based on official Acer community feedback, using a more powerful barrel-plug charger than your model is rated for is not recommended and could damage the internal power circuitry.