Hardware Charging a PS4 Controller on the PC

[godreborn]

I can't seem to charge my ps4 controller on my laptop. I'm pretty sure I was able to before. I know it's not the charging port since I've tried more than one. also, it's not the cable since I can freely connect it to ds4 for windows via a charging cable. I can't for the life of me figure out what's going on. ds4 says that the controller has over 60% power remaining. I've tried two controllers, and neither one will charge on the pc, yet they charge with my cellphone cable.

 

[Bowl0l]

Mind sharing your laptop model?
How often you charge your DS4 using a smartphone charger?
Tried another cable?

 

[godreborn]

Mind sharing your laptop model?
How often you charge your DS4 using a smartphone charger?
Tried another cable?

Inspiron 17 5000 series is the model.
I rarely charge my ps4 controllers since I don't play my ps4 or pstv. the laptop won't charge either. I don't think I've tried another cable. I know the controller is being detected though. the cable charges the vita btw, and I can connect to qcma via the cable..