Will Your iPhone 12 Pro Max Charger Work With iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Cable, wall adapter, wireless charging & MagSafe compatibility (2026)
Your charger will work
Your iPhone 12 Pro Max charger works with the iPhone SE (3rd gen). Cable, adapter, and wireless chargers are all compatible.
🔌 Cable
CompatibleBoth use lightning — your existing cable works perfectly.
🔋 Wall Adapter
CompatibleYour wall adapter works at full speed for both phones.
⚡ Wireless Charging
CompatibleA standard Qi pad works for both phones at up to 7.5W.
🧲 MagSafe
IncompatibleYour MagSafe charger snaps to the iPhone 12 Pro Max but not the iPhone SE (3rd gen). The iPhone SE (3rd gen) lacks built-in magnets — it'll charge via Qi at ~5W without magnetic alignment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will my iPhone 12 Pro Max charger work with iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Your iPhone 12 Pro Max charger works with the iPhone SE (3rd gen). Cable, adapter, and wireless chargers are all compatible.
Can I use my iPhone 12 Pro Max cable with iPhone SE (3rd gen)?
Both use lightning — your existing cable works perfectly.
Does MagSafe work with both phones?
Your MagSafe charger snaps to the iPhone 12 Pro Max but not the iPhone SE (3rd gen). The iPhone SE (3rd gen) lacks built-in magnets — it'll charge via Qi at ~5W without magnetic alignment.
Can I wirelessly charge both phones with the same charger?
A standard Qi pad works for both phones at up to 7.5W.