By Julie Clover
Apple's latest 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 models are capable of fast charging at 140W over USB-C using a 240W USB-C cable, according to a support document that was updated today.
2021 and 2022 16-inch MacBook Pro models with M-series chips are limited to faster charging capabilities 140W over USB Cable -C to MagSafe 3, which Apple provides due to USB-C limitations, with USB-C ports only providing up to 100W of power.
The 2023 16-inch MacBook Pro can charge at full power of 140 W via &zwnj ;MagSafe or via a USB-C port when a 140W or higher power adapter is connected to a 240W cable, such as the 240W USB-C cable that Apple began selling in September.
This update only applies to 16-inch screens. Models like the 14-inch models can charge quickly using a 96W charger, which USB-C ports were already able to provide on older machines.
The 16-inch MacBook Pro M3 can quickly charge at 140 watts More watts of USB-C gives MacBook Pro owners more charging options, although it's worth noting that 240W cables are limited by USB 2.0 data rates.
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