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can new iPad Pro use10w USB power adapter

I have an old, snd I mean old 10W USB power adapter. The power adapter that came with my new iPad Pro is 20W. Can I still use the 10W and will it damage the iPad Pro? Thanks.

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Posted on Oct 26, 2021 8:12 AM

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Posted on Oct 26, 2021 8:18 AM

Recent models of iPad usually require a Power Adapter rated at 12W (i.e., 2.4A @5V) or greater to reliably charge - although the iPad will charge much faster when using the supplied 20W USB-C Power Adapter.


The 20W Power Adapters support USB PD (Power Delivery) Fast Charging - operating at higher DC voltages - when used with compatible models of iPad.


Using an underpowered 10W Power Adapter (2.0A @5v) will not cause any damage, but will charge the iPad comparatively slowly, if at all.

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Oct 26, 2021 8:18 AM in response to WilliamL

Recent models of iPad usually require a Power Adapter rated at 12W (i.e., 2.4A @5V) or greater to reliably charge - although the iPad will charge much faster when using the supplied 20W USB-C Power Adapter.


The 20W Power Adapters support USB PD (Power Delivery) Fast Charging - operating at higher DC voltages - when used with compatible models of iPad.


Using an underpowered 10W Power Adapter (2.0A @5v) will not cause any damage, but will charge the iPad comparatively slowly, if at all.

Oct 26, 2021 8:22 AM in response to WilliamL

There should not be damage, but it’ll charge very slowly. You’ll probably need to not be using it when charges. You’ll also need to scrounge a USB-A to USB-C cable, as the cable shipped is usually USB-C to USB-C. Better to scrounge a USB-C charger. A higher-wattage USB-C charger with PD should also work, if there’s one of those around.

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