Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max Charging Guide
The Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max fast-charges at up to 37W using Fast Charge (PPS).
Supported charging protocols
| Protocol | Max wattage |
|---|---|
| Fast Charge (PPS) | 37W |
| USB PD | 27W |
Cable requirements
Any standard USB-C cable rated 3A or higher works fine — no special "e-marked" cable needed at 37W.
Good to know
Reaches ~50% in about 20 minutes with a 20W+ USB-C PD adapter. PPS support (from iPhone 15 on) shaves a few minutes off vs plain PD.
Chargers we recommend for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max
Official chargers for this device, plus the best-matching third-party options — not every charger in existence, just the ones actually worth considering.
| Charger | Real wattage | Protocol | Match |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple 67W USB-C Power Adapter | 37W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
| Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter | 37W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
| Apple 35W Dual USB-C Port Compact Power Adapter | 35W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Fallback |
| Apple 30W USB-C Power Adapter | 30W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
| Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter | 20W | USB PD | Full speed |
| Anker Nano II 65W (A2149) | 37W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
| Anker Prime 100W Charger (2-Port USB-C, 1-Port USB-A) | 37W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
| Samsung 45W Power Adapter (EP-T4510) | 37W | Fast Charge (PPS) | Full speed |
Frequently asked questions
- What's the fastest way to charge the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
- Up to 37W using Fast Charge (PPS).
- Do I need the original/OEM charger for the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max?
- No — the Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max uses the open USB PD/PPS standard, so most decent third-party chargers rated 37W or higher will fast-charge it fully.
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