Will Your iPhone 15 Pro Max Charger Work With iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Cable, wall adapter, wireless charging & MagSafe compatibility (2026)
Works but with caveats
Your iPhone 15 Pro Max charger works with the iPhone 16 Pro Max — but charges slower than max speed. Upgrade your adapter for full 30W charging.
🔌 Cable
CompatibleBoth use usb-c — your cable works. The iPhone 16 Pro Max supports up to 30W (vs 27W) so you may want a higher-wattage cable for max speed.
🔋 Wall Adapter
Works but slowerYour 27W adapter works but charges the iPhone 16 Pro Max at 27W instead of its 30W max. Upgrade to a 30W+ adapter for full speed.
⚡ Wireless Charging
CompatibleA standard Qi pad works for both phones at up to 7.5W. Only the iPhone 16 Pro Max supports Qi2. The iPhone 15 Pro Max will charge via basic Qi at 7.5W on a Qi2 charger.
🧲 MagSafe
CompatibleMagSafe charger snaps magnetically to both phones. iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to 15W. iPhone 16 Pro Max: up to 25W.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will my iPhone 15 Pro Max charger work with iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Your iPhone 15 Pro Max charger works with the iPhone 16 Pro Max — but charges slower than max speed. Upgrade your adapter for full 30W charging.
Can I use my iPhone 15 Pro Max cable with iPhone 16 Pro Max?
Both use usb-c — your cable works. The iPhone 16 Pro Max supports up to 30W (vs 27W) so you may want a higher-wattage cable for max speed.
Does MagSafe work with both phones?
MagSafe charger snaps magnetically to both phones. iPhone 15 Pro Max: up to 15W. iPhone 16 Pro Max: up to 25W.
Can I wirelessly charge both phones with the same charger?
A standard Qi pad works for both phones at up to 7.5W. Only the iPhone 16 Pro Max supports Qi2. The iPhone 15 Pro Max will charge via basic Qi at 7.5W on a Qi2 charger.