China

Are you planning to visit China? Check if you need a power plug adapter or voltage converter for the power sockets (outlets) used in China.

The following information is for travelers living in Hungary. I live in another country.

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You need a power plug adapter in China, when living in Hungary.

Below you find pictures of the applied power sockets and corresponding plugs. And we provide more information about the voltage and frequency.

Electricity in China

In China the power plug sockets are of type A, C and I. The standard voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz.

Power plug adapter needed in China?

In China the power plug sockets are of type A, C and I. Check out the following pictures. When living in Hungary you need a power plug adapter for sockets type A and I.

Your appliances with plug C don't fit socket A or I.
Your appliances with plug F don't fit socket A or I.

Power plug sockets type A are used in China — Type A: This socket has no alternative plugs

Power plug sockets type C are used in China — Type C: This socket also works with plug E and F

Power plug sockets type I are used in China — Type I: This socket has no alternative plugs

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We don't sell power plug adapters. We refer you to Amazon, where you will find a great selection of travel adapters.

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You can also check the map to see the use of different plugs and sockets in the world.

Spread of Power Plugs and Sockets around the world

Voltage converter needed in China?

In China the standard voltage is 220 V and the frequency is 50 Hz. You can use your electric appliances in China, because the standard voltage (220 V) is (more or less) the same as in Hungary (230 V). Manufacturers take these small deviations into account. So you don't need a voltage converter in China, when living in Hungary.

To be sure, check the label on the appliance. Some appliances never need a converter. If the label states 'INPUT: 100-240V, 50/60 Hz' the appliance can be used in all countries in the world. This is common for chargers of tablets/laptops, photo cameras, cell phones, toothbrushes, etc.