The MacBook Pro (2023) supports charging via MagSafe 3 and the USB Type-C ports. Here are the best alternative chargers you can find for this Mac.
Improved 14- and 16-inch MacBook Pro models (2023) have arrived, featuring macOS Ventura and the Apple M2 Pro/Max chips. Arguably, these are the best Macs available today, due to their unparalleled processing capabilities, energy efficiency, modern design, and port variety. The ports on these models include HDMI, SD card slot, headphone jack, three Thunderbolt 4 and MagSafe 3 for charging. What many users don’t know is that the MagSafe 3 port isn’t the only way to charge these MacBook Pro models. You can even use any of the three Thunderbolt 4 ports to charge this powerhouse. If you’re not happy with the MagSafe 3 charger included in the MacBook Pro box, we’ve put together a list of the best alternative chargers you can find right now.
Best MacBook Pro (2023) Charging Cables
Other than Apple’s official MagSafe 3 to USB-C cable, it’s nearly impossible to find third-party MagSafe 3 charging cables. For this reason, we will only list USB-C to USB-C charging cables. You can rely on this to charge your MacBook Pro (2023) through one of the three Thunderbolt 4 ports.
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![Apple USB-C to Magsafe 3 cable]()
Apple USB-C to Magsafe 3 cable
This is the official MagSafe 3 charging cable for the MacBook Pro (2023). It’s similar to the one that comes in the Mac’s box. If you need a spare unit, this may be your only option in the MagSafe department.
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![This quality cable is affordable and supports 100W fast charging and 480Mbps data transfer rates.]()
UGREEN 100W USB-C to USB-C Cable UGREEN 100W USB-C to USB-C Cable
This quality cable is affordable and supports 100W fast charging and 480Mbps data transfer rates.
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![The official Apple USB-C charging cable is available in one meter and two meter sizes. In addition, it supports USB 2.0 data transfer rates and power delivery of up to 96W.]()
Apple USB-C charging cable Apple USB-C charging cable
The official Apple USB-C charging cable comes in one meter and two meter lengths. It supports up to 96W of power delivery.
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![For extra durability, this Maxonar cable is fully wrapped in nylon. It supports all Thunderbolt 4 features and is available in lengths up to 2 meters.]()
Maxonar Thunderbolt 4 cable Maxonar Thunderbolt 4 cable
For extra durability, this Maxonar cable is fully wrapped in nylon. It supports all Thunderbolt 4 features and is available in lengths up to 2 meters.
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![This Anker cable gives you the full functionality of Thunderbolt 4, including 40 Gbps bandwidth and 100 W of power. it is 2.2 feet long, which is enough for most applications.]()
Anchor Thunderbolt 4 cable Anchor Thunderbolt 4 cable
This Anker cable gives you the full functionality of Thunderbolt 4, including 40 Gbps bandwidth and 100 W of power. it is 2.2 feet long, which is enough for most applications.
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![This cable from Amazon Basics is an affordable option that comes in white and black and costs around $10.]()
Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 6ft Cable Amazon Basics USB-C to USB-C 6ft Cable
This cable from Amazon Basics is an affordable option that comes in white and black and costs around $10.
Best chargers
Depending on the variant of the MacBook Pro (2023) you choose, the box may contain a 67W block or a 96W block. Below are some alternatives that work with any of the USB-C cable options we’ve listed above.
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Source: Anchor
Anker 715 Charger (Nano II 65W)
This is a small charger from Anker that can reach a power of up to 65W. This will charge your MacBook Pro.
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![Charge your laptop faster? Apple's 67W charger can charge your MacBook Air much faster than the standard 30W adapter. You must use your own cable.]()
Apple 67W USB-C Power Adapter Apple 67W USB-C Power Adapter
This is Apple’s official charging brick that comes in the box with the base MacBook Pro (2023). If you need an identical replacement or a spare unit, this is the right choice.
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![If 4 ports is too much, Anker also has a 2-port 100W charger. You can split the 100W between the two ports or use it all through one port.]()
Anchor PowerPort III 100W Anker PowerPort III 100W Charger
Anker also includes a 2-port 100W charger. You can split the 100W between the two ports or use it all through one port.
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![This fast charger supports up to 96 W output and comes with a USB C to USB C cable.]()
IFEART 96W charger IFEART 96W charger
This fast charger supports up to 96W output and comes with a USB C to USB C cable as an added bonus.
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![The UGREEN Nexode 140W USB PD 3.1 Charger is also a good option to consider for charging your devices. This particular GaN charger comes with a 6ft USB-C to USB-C cable to charge all your latest devices.]()
UGREEN Nexode 140W Ugreen 140W Nexode GaN 3 Port Charger
The UGREEN Nexode 140W USB PD 3.1 Charger is also a good option to consider for charging your devices. This particular GaN charger comes with a 6ft USB-C to USB-C cable to charge all your latest devices.
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![Unlike the 13-inch MacBook Pro, the 16-inch model comes with a 96W power adapter. It uses more power, so a higher wattage charger is recommended, and this is the official one from Apple. It also works on other laptops. Again, no cable is included, but USB Type-C cables are certainly becoming more common.]()
Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter Apple 96W USB-C Power Adapter
This other official charging brick from Apple comes with the more expensive MacBook Pro models (2023). It charges your laptop faster.
While third-party MagSafe 3 chargers are limited and hard to come by, it’s fortunate that users are at least dependent on third-party solutions over the USB-C ports of the MacBook Pro (2023). Personally, I depend on the MagSafe 3 charger because it’s just more convenient to use and doesn’t require as much effort to plug and unplug.
Apple MacBook Pro (2023)
The 14 and 16-inch MacBook Pro models (2023) use the same exterior chassis first introduced in 2021. They offer beefed-up M2 Pro and M2 Max chips, Wi-Fi 6E and Bluetooth 5.3 support, HDMI 2.1 compatibility, a notched screen, and more.
