Hi everyone! I will be getting an iPhone 13 in about two weeks from now. Since it comes with no charging adapter, I was wondering, can I safely use the 30W USB-C one that came with my MacBook Air M1 instead of getting a new one or is it necessary to get the 20W one? Will charging the phone with the 30W adapter damage the battery and decrease the battery health faster in the long run? TIA!
iPhone 13
Yes, you can.
Use fast charge with certain iPhone models. You can recharge your iPhone up to 50 % battery in around 30 minutes.
You can fast charge your iPhone 8 and later up to 50 % battery in around 30 minutes.
Fast charging works when you use an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable and one of these adapters:
If you're not sure which Apple Power Adapter you have, check the wattage on the top or bottom of the adapter:
Yes, you can.
Use fast charge with certain iPhone models. You can recharge your iPhone up to 50 % battery in around 30 minutes.
You can fast charge your iPhone 8 and later up to 50 % battery in around 30 minutes.
Fast charging works when you use an Apple USB-C to Lightning cable and one of these adapters:
If you're not sure which Apple Power Adapter you have, check the wattage on the top or bottom of the adapter:
The short answer is Yes, you can use any Apple power source and cable as long as the connectors fit. Here are 2 Apple support articles that provide more detailed information:
It won't harm the battery. If still in doubt see the Compatibility section of 30W USB‑C Power Adapter - Apple
Can I safely charge an iPhone 13 with a 30W USB-C MacBook charging adapter?
