Identify your Mac power adapter

Created by Bradley Vanlandingham, Modified on Thu, 14 Sep 2023 at 12:57 PM by Bradley Vanlandingham

Identify your Mac power adapter

Learn which power adapter and cable comes with your Mac notebook and how to check the wattage of a connected power adapter or display.

If your Mac uses USB-C to charge, you can charge your Mac notebook with any USB-C power adapter or display. For the best charging experience, you should use a power adapter or display that provides at least the minimum wattage of the power adapter included with your MacBook AirMacBook Pro, or MacBook. Learn how to check the power of a connected power adapter or display.


MacBook Air

The images below show the style of adapter that comes with each MacBook Air. If you're not sure which model you have, learn how to identify your MacBook Air.

USB-C to MagSafe and 30W USB-C Power Adapter

Apple 30W USB-C Power Adapter, 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter, or 67W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

  • MacBook Air models introduced in 2022

These models can also charge with a USB-C charge cable. Learn how to charge your MacBook Air and how to fast charge your Mac.

USB-C charge cable next to a 30W USB-C power adapter

Apple 30W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

  • MacBook Air models introduced in 2018 or later

 

45W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

45W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

  • MacBook Air models introduced in 2012 through 2017

 

45W MagSafe Power Adapter with L style connector

45W MagSafe Power Adapter with "L" style connector

  • 13-inch MacBook Air models introduced in 2008 through 2011*

  • 11-inch MacBook Air models introduced in 2010 through 2011

* Adapters that shipped with the MacBook Air (Original), MacBook Air (Late 2008), and MacBook Air (Mid 2009) are not recommended for use with MacBook Air (Late 2010) models. When possible, use your computer's original adapter or a newer adapter.


MacBook Pro

The images below show the style of adapter that comes with each MacBook Pro. If you're not sure which model you have, learn how to identify your MacBook Pro.

96W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

Apple 67W or 96W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

  • 14-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2021

These models can also charge with a USB-C charge cable. Learn how to charge your MacBook Pro and how to fast charge your Mac.

140W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

Apple 140W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

  • 16-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2021

These models can also charge with a USB-C charge cable. Learn how to charge your MacBook Pro and how to fast charge your Mac.

 

96W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

  • 16-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2019

 

61W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

Apple 61W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

  • 13-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2016 or later

 

87W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

Apple 87W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

  • 15-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2016 or later

 

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

  • 15-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2012 through 2015

 

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with MagSafe 2 style connector

  • 13-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2012 through 2015

 

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with L style connector

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with "L" style connector

  • 13-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2010 through 2012

 

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with L style connector

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with "L" style connector

  • 15-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2010 through 2012

  • 17-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2010 through 2011

 

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with T style connector

85W MagSafe Power Adapter with "T" style connector

  • 15-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2006 through 2009

  • 17-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2006 through 2009

 

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with T style connector

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with "T" style connector

  • 13-inch MacBook Pro models introduced in 2009


MacBook

The images below show the style of adapter that comes with each MacBook. If you're not sure which model you have, learn how to identify your MacBook.

30W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

Apple 29W or 30W USB-C Power Adapter and USB-C Charge Cable

  • MacBook models introduced in 2015 or later

 

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with L style connector

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with "L" style connector

  • MacBook models introduced in late 2009 through 2010

 

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with T style connector

60W MagSafe Power Adapter with "T" style connector

  • MacBook models introduced in 2006 through mid 2009


Check power

To find out how much power a connected power adapter or display provides, look at the certification label on the power adapter or check System Information on your Mac.

  • Look for the certification label on the power adapter which lists the wattage (W):

  • Hold the Option key and choose Apple menu  > System Information, then select Power. Find the wattage in the AC Charger section towards the bottom:

If your Mac uses USB-C to charge, you can charge your Mac notebook with any USB-C power adapter or display. You can safely use a power adapter or display with higher or lower wattage than the adapter included with your Mac. For the best charging experience, you should use the power adapter and cable included with your MacBook AirMacBook Pro, or MacBook.


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