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Is it safe to use a 87W power adapter for the MacBook Air M2?

I have a USB-C 87 watt power adapter and wonder if it's safe to use it to charge the MacBook Air M2.

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Posted on Oct 31, 2022 2:03 AM

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User profile for user: John Galt
John Galt
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Posted on Oct 31, 2022 11:16 AM

You can provide more power than required, but a Mac draws only what it needs.


From Find the right power adapter and cable for your Mac notebook:


"If your Mac uses USB-C to charge, you can charge your Mac notebook with any USB-C power adapter or display."

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