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MacBook Pro Plugged in all the time

Is it ok to leave my M1 MacBook Pro plugged in all the time?

Posted on Sep 12, 2023 7:42 AM

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Posted on Sep 12, 2023 9:51 AM



Roadster20 wrote:

Is it ok to leave my M1 MacBook Pro plugged in all the time?


Yes it is preferred


The rule of thumb—if you are near the mains leave it plugged in, if you need the portability then run on the battery only—this is how you optimize your battery charging and extend the working life of your battery by reducing the cycle count.


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Sep 12, 2023 9:51 AM in response to Roadster20



Roadster20 wrote:

Is it ok to leave my M1 MacBook Pro plugged in all the time?


Yes it is preferred


The rule of thumb—if you are near the mains leave it plugged in, if you need the portability then run on the battery only—this is how you optimize your battery charging and extend the working life of your battery by reducing the cycle count.


Determine battery cycle count for Mac notebooks

Determine battery cycle count for Mac laptops - Apple Support


About BHM battery health management:


M1/M2 SoC

About battery health management in Mac notebooks - Apple Support

Intel

About battery health management in Mac laptops - Apple Support



MacBook Pro Plugged in all the time

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