The MacBook series laptops all include a good, but bulky wall charger. The different models and size each have their own max power draw rate. But with a higher enough output charger they can all share. Non-Apple options offer a smaller, cheaper, or more all-in-one charger for your MacBook. Here I list the best fast chargers for the MacBook, MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro. Each capable of meeting their full charge rate, while offering something the Apple charger does not.
Looking to charge on the go? Check out Best Portable Chargers for MacBook.
Anker PowerPort Atom PD 1 and AUKEY PA-B5 Omnia 100W for MacBooks
Fast Charging MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro
All MacBook laptops with a USB-C port support USB Power Delivery (USB PD) as their fast-charging standard. The max power draw rate varies between models.
- MacBook (12-inch) – 30W USB-C PD
- MacBook Air (13-inch) – 45W USB-C PD
- MacBook Pro (13-inch) – 60W USB-C PD
- MacBook Pro (15-inch) – 87W USB-C PD
- MacBook Pro (16-inch) – 96W USB-C PD
These max power draw rates are not required in a lot of cases. MacBooks, like most other lithium battery-based devices, only reach their max power draw when the battery is below 20% and the device is being taxed. In most cases, the charge rate is less. This allows a lower outputting charger to work fine with a larger laptop. Especially if the battery is already charged up and fans aren’t running at full speed.
The USB-C PD standard allows for a higher output charger to work with a lower power draw device. So a 45W USB-C PD charger meets the max charge demands of either the MacBook or MacBook Air. But can also keep a MacBook Pro 13-inch running under many conditions. A 100W USB-C PD will support every MacBook model with USB-C but is generally overkill.
Learn more about USB Power Delivery and other fast charging standards.
USB-C to USB-C Cable
All model MacBooks will need a USB-C to USB-C cable to connect with a USB-C PD charger. Such a cable is included with each MacBook. But you may want to buy a new one to keep with your new charger.
The MacBook (12-inch), MacBook Air, and MacBook Pro (13-inch) can use any kind of USB-C to USB-C cable. But stick with some that support 3A/60W output, as they are usually cheaper.
The MacBook Pro (15-inch) and MacBook Pro (16-inch) will want a USB-C cable that supports 5A/100W. With a standard USB-C cable you won’t get more than 60W out of the charger, even if it and the laptop support more.
Find a good selection of USB-C cables here. Stick with USB 2.0 cables. They offer as fast a charge rate at a lower cost.
Best Fast Chargers for MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro
MacBook | MacBook Air | MacBook Pro (13-inch) | MacBook Pro (15-inch) | MacBook Pro (16-inch)
How To Identify Your MacBook Model
MacBook Chargers
Support 30W USB-C PD for optimal charging of the 12-inch MacBook model.
Anker's smallest 30W USB-C PD charger, available in either black or white. To reach its small size Anker kept the prongs fixed, not folded. If safety is a top concern for you its USB-IF certification should provide comfort.
- Ports: USB-C
- Output: 30W USB-C PD
- GaN tech
- USB-IF certified
- Size: 1.8 x 1.6 x 1.5 in | 1.9 oz
Review of the Anker PowerPort Atom PD 1
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Review of the AUKEY PA-Y19 Minima 30W
MacBook Air Chargers
These can also support a MacBook Pro (13-inch) in my experience. Provided the battery isn’t nearly dead.
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This 65W USB-C PD charger is overkill for the MacBook Air. But it offers the same performance in a smaller package and at less cost. With no downsides to using a higher output charger than needs (MacBook regulates power draw). With a USB-C cable included it is the best bang for your buck, even if you’ll never use the full output.
- Ports: USB-C
- Output: 65W USB-C PD
- Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
- Size: 2 x 2 x 1.1 in | 3.4 oz
Review of the ZMI zPower Turbo 65W
Offers a USB-C port for your MacBook and a USB-A port for fast charging an iPhone or Android.
- Ports: USB-C, USB-A
- Output: 45W USB-C PD, 15W PowerIQ 2.0
- Size: 2.7 x 2.7 x 1.1 in | 5.0 oz
MacBook Pro (13-inch) Chargers
These can also support a MacBook Pro (15-inch). Provided the battery isn’t nearly dead and the fans aren’t running full speed.
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Review of the AUKEY PA-D4 Focus 60W PD
There are lots of good 60W USB-C PD charger options, but this 65W model beats them all on price and size. With a USB-C cable included it is the best bang for your buck, even if you’ll never use the full 65W output.
- Ports: USB-C
- Output: 65W USB-C PD
- Includes USB-C to USB-C cable
- Size: 2 x 2 x 1.1 in | 3.4 oz
Review of the ZMI zPower Turbo 65W
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Review of the RAVPower PD Pioneer 65W 4-Port Desktop
MacBook Pro (15-inch) & MacBook Pro (16-inch) Chargers
These two model MacBook Pros support 87W and 96W max power draw rates respectively. Any 90-100W charger will work equally well for either.
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Review of the AUKEY PA-B5 Omnia 100W
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Comparison of All Recommended Fast Chargers for MacBook, MacBook Air, MacBook Pro
| MacBook Model | Charger | Note | Output | Size | Weight | Price | |
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| MacBook (12-inch) | Anker PowerPort Atom PD 1 | Review | USB-IF certified GaN tech | 30W USB-C PD | 1.8 x 1.6 x 1.5 in | 1.9 oz | Price not available |
| No products found. | Review | GaN tech | 30W USB-C PD | 1.4 x 1.4 x 1.3 in | 1.5 oz | No products found. | |
| MacBook Air | No products found. | USB-C to USB-C cable included | 45W USB-C PD | 2.8 x 2.2 x 1.2 in | 4.6 oz | No products found. | |
| ZMI zPower Turbo 65W | Review | USB-C to USB-C cable included | 65W USB-C PD | 2 x 2 x 1.1 in | 3.4 oz | $19.99 | |
| Anker PowerPort Atom III (2-Ports) | Dual port with USB-C and USB-A | 45W USB-C PD 15W PowerIQ 2.0 | 2.7 x 2.7 x 1.1 in | 5.0 oz | $39.95 | ||
| MacBook Pro (13-inch) | No products found. | Review | GaN tech | 60W USB-C PD | 2.5 x 2.4 x 1.1 in | 4.3 oz | No products found. |
| ZMI zPower Turbo 65W | Review | USB-C to USB-C cable included | 65W USB-C PD | 2 x 2 x 1.1 in | 3.4 oz | $19.99 | |
| No products found. | Review | Supports laptop at max rate by itself, or several devices at once GaN tech | 65W USB-C PD (single port) 45W USB-C PD with 2-3 other ports in use | 2.9 x 1.6 x 1.6 in | 5.6 oz | No products found. | |
| MacBook Pro (15-inch & 16-inch) | No products found. | Review | GaN tech | 100W USB-C PD | 2 x 2 x 1.8 in | 5.3 oz | No products found. |
| No products found. | Built-in USB-C cable USB-IF certified | 90W USB-C PD | 3.4 x 3.4 x 1.2 in | 14.9 oz | No products found. |
Don’t see a charger you quite like? Or which is available in your region? Take what you’ve learned here and check out my larger charger comparison list.
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