Random Power on & off

Hi, I'm experiencing an issue where my MacBook battery is not charging, even though the battery health is normal. I tested it with another charger, but the problem persists.

What I don’t understand is whether I can use the MacBook while it’s plugged in, without relying on the battery. When I turn it on, it stays on for about 2-3 minutes, showing 0% or 1% battery, and then shuts down automatically—even though it’s plugged in.

This started happening the day before yesterday, and yesterday, I saw it happen 6-7 times. Any idea what might be causing this?

Thank you!

MacBook Pro 13″

Posted on Feb 25, 2025 6:22 AM

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Feb 25, 2025 9:05 AM in response to SampathSaj

SampathSaj wrote:

Hi, I'm experiencing an issue where my MacBook battery is not charging, even though the battery health is normal. I tested it with another charger, but the problem persists.
What I don’t understand is whether I can use the MacBook while it’s plugged in, without relying on the battery. When I turn it on, it stays on for about 2-3 minutes, showing 0% or 1% battery, and then shuts down automatically—even though it’s plugged in.
This started happening the day before yesterday, and yesterday, I saw it happen 6-7 times. Any idea what might be causing this?
Thank you!


what exact Mac?


what exact macOS?


on the M1/M2/M3/M4 SoC.

The best you can do if you have an issue— equivalent Shut down, close the lid 30 secs+ , reboot as normal.

If no resolve try SafeBoot to sort anomalies Start up your Mac in safe mode - Apple Support


On Intel —

Try resetting the System Management Controller Reset the SMC of your Mac - Apple Support




ref: Check the condition of your Mac laptop's battery



run the user Diagnostic...not as definitive as Apple's own AST2 (Apple Service Toolkit) back bench diagnostic, but may kick out an error code.


Use Apple Diagnostics to test your Mac

Use Apple Diagnostics to test your Mac - Apple Support



Get help with your Mac notebook battery

Learn how to optimize the life of the battery in your Mac notebook, fix battery issues, and get service.

If you see Service Recommended on your MacBook Air or MacBook Pro - Apple Support







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