Hi,
I just bought an used iPad Pro 2020 and unfortunately it wasn’t sold with the original charger. Since the iPad has an USB-C port which is the same one as my previous Samsung phone, may I use the Samsung charger with my iPad? Thanks!
Samsung Power Adapters often feature the QC (Quick Charge) standard; QC is not supported by Apple devices.
Many Apple devices, such as your 2020 iPad Pro, support USB PD (Power Delivery) standard - and will fast charge your iPad. The iPad was originally supplied with a 20W USB-C Power Adapter - and will charge the iPad at its maximum supported charging rate. Higher powered Power Adapters can be used (e.g., the Apple 30W USB-C) although will not charge the iPad any faster. Higher powered Power Adapters are useful when powering other USB devices whilst charging the iPad via a USB Hub or other adapter.
Samsung Power Adapters often feature the QC (Quick Charge) standard; QC is not supported by Apple devices.
Many Apple devices, such as your 2020 iPad Pro, support USB PD (Power Delivery) standard - and will fast charge your iPad. The iPad was originally supplied with a 20W USB-C Power Adapter - and will charge the iPad at its maximum supported charging rate. Higher powered Power Adapters can be used (e.g., the Apple 30W USB-C) although will not charge the iPad any faster. Higher powered Power Adapters are useful when powering other USB devices whilst charging the iPad via a USB Hub or other adapter.
Your iPad will automatically regulate battery charging. Providing that neither iPad nor Power Adapter have fault, no damage will occur.
Your iPad requires at least 10W to reliably charge. Being a half the power, charging will be much slower.
Be aware that your 10W Power Adapter has a USB Type-A connector. As such you will require a USB Type-A to USB-C cable.
Thank you. Using the 10W charger of the previous iPads would be any better?
Thank you, fortunately I do have both. Last question, using this configuration won’t damage my battery right?
Using another charger for iPad Pro
