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Q: Battery Drain While Sleeping - What would be "normal"

I had (still have but son using it now) a 2013 MacAir.  On that machine, I would be at 100% battery, shut the lid, and 12-14 hours later, it was still at 100%, with the occasional move to 99%.  48-72 hours it might have dropped 5%.  Just loved how slow the drain on that was when sleeping.

 

I have 2016 MacBook and under almost same circumstances and timeframe, I'm losing 5-6%. 

 

I'm wondering if that is just normal for this device?  What would or should the average battery drain be when sleeping over a 12 hour period?  Anyone with any similar experiences?  I am not complaining really, just curious if this was normal? 

 

I had lost 10-12% over the same period but solves that problem last week thanks to a contributor to these forums. 

MacBook, iOS 9.3.2

Posted on Jun 7, 2016 9:26 AM

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  • by tim_135,

    tim_135 tim_135 Jun 8, 2016 1:52 PM in response to spasel
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    Jun 8, 2016 1:52 PM in response to spasel

    Hey there spasel, 

     

    Welcome to the Apple Support Communities and congratulations on your new MacBook! That's an exciting purchase. You're right, battery performance is key and every device operates a little differently. We've got your back. 

     

    Here's a spectacular resource that'll help with maximizing the performance of that new battery: 

     

    Maximizing Battery Life and Lifespan

     

    To answer the question however, 

     

    1. Battery life varies by use and configuration; see www.apple.com/batteries for more information.

     

    Again, congratulations! Enjoy that new machine!