Will Your iPhone 17 Charger Work With iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Cable, wall adapter, wireless charging & MagSafe compatibility (2026)
Works but with caveats
Cable incompatible (usb-c → lightning) — but your wireless chargers and wall adapter still work with the iPhone 11 Pro Max.
🔌 Cable
IncompatibleYour usb-c cable won't fit the iPhone 11 Pro Max's lightning port. You need a new lightning cable.
🔋 Wall Adapter
CompatibleYour wall adapter works — you just need a new lightning cable. The adapter's USB output charges the iPhone 11 Pro Max at up to 18W.
⚡ Wireless Charging
CompatibleA standard Qi pad works for both phones at up to 7.5W. Only the iPhone 17 supports Qi2. The iPhone 11 Pro Max will charge via basic Qi at 7.5W on a Qi2 charger.
🧲 MagSafe
IncompatibleYour MagSafe charger snaps to the iPhone 17 but not the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The iPhone 11 Pro Max lacks built-in magnets — it'll charge via Qi at ~5W without magnetic alignment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will my iPhone 17 charger work with iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Cable incompatible (usb-c → lightning) — but your wireless chargers and wall adapter still work with the iPhone 11 Pro Max.
Can I use my iPhone 17 cable with iPhone 11 Pro Max?
Your usb-c cable won't fit the iPhone 11 Pro Max's lightning port. You need a new lightning cable.
Does MagSafe work with both phones?
Your MagSafe charger snaps to the iPhone 17 but not the iPhone 11 Pro Max. The iPhone 11 Pro Max 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. Only the iPhone 17 supports Qi2. The iPhone 11 Pro Max will charge via basic Qi at 7.5W on a Qi2 charger.