Phone Chargers

Can the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter charge the Apple iPhone 16 Pro with a cable?

Compatible

Verified manufacturer data

Yes. The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter and Apple iPhone 16 Pro use compatible USB-C charging connections, and the adapter's 20 W maximum output is equal to Apple's 20 W recommended adapter power.

Both products use USB-C for this connection.
The adapter supports up to 20 W, matching the phone's 20 W recommended adapter power.

Sources:Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (apple.com),Apple iPhone 16 Pro (support.apple.com)· Verdict checked September 26, 2026· About our data

Charger and phone wired charging specs

Power Adapter

Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter

Apple · Power Adapter

Connector: USB-C
Maximum output: 20 W

Phone

Apple iPhone 16 Pro

Apple · Phone

Charging port: USB-C
Recommended adapter power: 20 W

Why this result

Both products use USB-C for this connection.
The adapter supports up to 20 W, matching the phone's 20 W recommended adapter power.

About this wired charging check

This wired charging check compares the USB-C connector and output power of the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter with the charging port and wired charging power of the Apple iPhone 16 Pro, using specifications verified on official manufacturer pages. Charging protocols such as USB Power Delivery or PPS are only compared when both products state them.

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