The 140W USB-C Power Adapter is Apple’s most powerful single-port USB-C charger, designed primarily for the 16-inch MacBook Pro. It delivers up to 140W of power via USB Power Delivery 3.1 (EPR), giving the MacBook Pro everything it needs for fast, full-speed charging without compromise. It’s also fully backward compatible, so it works with MacBook Air, iPad and iPhone models that use USB-C charging, just at a lower wattage suited to those devices.

When paired with a USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (sold separately) and a 16-inch MacBook Pro (2021 or later), the 140W adapter supports fast charging, taking the battery from 0 to 50% in around 30 minutes. This is significantly faster than using a lower-wattage adapter, making it ideal for those moments when you need your laptop ready quickly before a meeting or a journey.

Yes, while it’s optimised for the MacBook Pro, the 140W USB-C Power Adapter is backward compatible with iPhone, iPad and other USB-C Apple tech. When connected to an iPhone or iPad, it automatically adjusts its output to match what those devices need, so there’s no risk of overcharging. It’s a versatile adapter for anyone who uses a mix of Apple tech and wants a single high-performance charger for everything.

No, the adapter does not include a charging cable. For the MacBook Pro’s full fast-charging capability, Apple recommends pairing it with a USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable or a 240W USB-C Charge Cable (for the 16-inch MacBook Pro from November 2023). Both cables are available separately. Connect the cable to the adapter’s single USB-C port, extend the prongs, and plug firmly into a power outlet.

The key differences are power output and port count. The 140W adapter has a single USB-C port delivering up to 140W, designed to fast charge the 16-inch MacBook Pro at full speed. The 35W Dual USB-C Port Power Adapter has 2 ports with a combined maximum of 35W, making it ideal for charging smaller Apple tech like iPhone, iPad and AirPods simultaneously. If you mainly use a high-powered laptop, choose the 140W. If you want to charge 2 lighter devices at once, the 35W dual-port adapter is the more practical choice.