This overview will help you identify a USB power adapter from Apple. Apple USB power adapters and cables are included with many products and are available separately from Apple and authorized Apple resellers.
Customer safety is a top priority at Apple. That’s why all our products—including USB power adapters—undergo rigorous testing for safety and reliability and are designed to meet government safety standards around the world.
As part of our efforts to reachour environmental goals, iPhone models no longer include a power adapter in the box. iPhone continues to work with existing power adapters and USB-A to Lightning cables, such as those included in prior models. iPhone models now include in the box a newerUSB‑C to Lightning cablethatsupports fast charging and is compatible with USB‑C power adapters and computer ports that you might already have.You can use either a USB-A to Lightning cable or the newer USB-C to Lightning cable with your iPhone.
You can use any of the adapters listed below to charge your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or iPod. You can also use a Mac USB-C Power Adapter or third-party adapters that comply withapplicable safety standards.For more information about charging your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch,or iPod, refer to the Safety, Handling, and Support section of theiPhone User Guide,iPad User Guide, Apple Watch User Guide, oriPod User Guide.
Learn about USB power adapter certifications
When an iOS or iPadOS device comes with an Apple USB power adapter, that adapter is certified to meet government safety standards in countries and regions where the device is available. Many of these countries and regions, including the United States, have adopted the Safety of Information Technology Equipment standard, IEC/UL 60950-1 orSafety of Audio/Video, Information, and Communication Technology Equipment Standard, IEC 62368-1.
Apple USB power adapters are designed for use with power sources rated to provide 100V AC to 240V AC at 50Hz to 60Hz.
Original and replacement power adapters
If your device shipped with a power adapter, you can find that listed in the technical specifications for your iPhone or iPad, or in the list below.
If the original power adapter for your device isn't available, you can also charge iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or iPod with “Made for iPhone” or other third-party cables and power adapters that are compliant with applicable country regulations and international and regional safety standards. Or you can use a Mac USB-C Power Adapter. Other adapters might not meet applicable safety standards, and charging with such adapters could pose a risk of death or injury. For more information about charging your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or iPod, refer to the Safety, Handling, and Support section of the iPhone User Guide, iPad User Guide, Apple Watch User Guide, or iPod User Guide.
20W USB-C power adapter
These devicescome with a 20W power adapter in the box:
iPad (8th, 9th, and 10th generation)
iPad Pro (M4)*
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (5th and 6th generation)
iPad Pro 11-inch (3rd and 4th generation)
iPad Air (M2)*
iPad Air (4th generation)
iPad mini (6th generation)
*In some countries and regions this package does not include a charger. This device can be powered with most USB power adapters and a cable with USB Type-C plug.
18W USB-C power adapter
These devicescome with an 18W power adapter in the box:
iPad Pro 12.9 inch (4th generation)
iPad Pro 12.9 inch (3rd generation)
iPad Pro 11-inch (2nd generation)
iPad Pro 11-inch
TheApple 18W USB-C power adapter can fast charge your iPhone 8 or later.
12W USB power adapter
These devicescome with a 12W power adapter in the box:
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (2ndgeneration)
iPad Pro 12.9-inch (1stgeneration)
iPad Pro (10.5-inch)
iPad Pro (9.7-inch)*
iPad Air (3rd generation)*
iPad mini (5th generation)*
iPad (7th generation)*
iPad (6thgeneration)*
iPad (5th generation)*
* In some countries and regions, this model ships with the 10W power adapter.
10W USB power adapter
These devicescome with a 10W power adapter in the box:
iPad Air 2
iPad Air
iPad mini 4
iPad mini 3
iPad mini 2
iPad 2
5W USB power adapter
Most iPhone models earlier than iPhone 11 came with a 5W power adapter in the box.
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