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Backup Charger: 29w USB-C Power Adapter

Do you recommend buying the 30W USB-C Power Adapter as a backup for a 29W USB-C Power Adapter to charge a MacBook (Retina, 12-inch, Early 2016), or if it important to only use the 29W as a replacement for the original?

MacBook, macOS 12.4

Posted on Jun 26, 2022 4:48 PM

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Posted on Jun 26, 2022 6:17 PM

You can use the 30 watt, or any larger power adapter (e.g., 61W, 96W, etc). The MacBook will not draw more power than it is designed to.


Also see the following from About Mac power adapters - Apple Support


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

  • MacBook models introduced in 2015 or later


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Backup Charger: 29w USB-C Power Adapter

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