Is it normal for MacBook Air M2 to vibrate when charging?

Good day, I feel that my Mac M2 resonates when charging. Is this normal? It's a sensation of vibration on the casing when I run my fingers over it, similar to the feeling of running your fingers over sandpaper.


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MacBook Air, macOS 15.2

Posted on Jan 28, 2025 1:11 PM

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Posted on Jan 29, 2025 4:48 AM

It's normal. The sensation is harmless, though some find it annoying. It is more apparent on 220 V systems than the 110 V system typically used in North America:


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You should ensure your power adapter and related household / office wiring are correct. If you remain concerned bring your Mac, its power adapter, and the cable you are using (all three) to an Apple Store or AASP for evaluation to make sure nothing is amiss with any of them. Use the Support link below.

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Jan 29, 2025 4:48 AM in response to michalec257

It's normal. The sensation is harmless, though some find it annoying. It is more apparent on 220 V systems than the 110 V system typically used in North America:


Small vibrations when charging Macbook Air

Sensation on Macbook

Tingling/Pricking sensation 2018 Macbook

Tingling Sensation on my MacBook Air

MacBook m1 Feeling of electricity

Small electric shocks


You should ensure your power adapter and related household / office wiring are correct. If you remain concerned bring your Mac, its power adapter, and the cable you are using (all three) to an Apple Store or AASP for evaluation to make sure nothing is amiss with any of them. Use the Support link below.

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