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Can the Apple 70W USB-C Power Adapter charge the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max with a cable?

Compatible

Verified manufacturer data

Yes. The Apple 70W USB-C Power Adapter and Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max use compatible USB-C charging connections, and the adapter's 70 W maximum output is above Apple's 60 W recommended adapter power.

  • Both products use USB-C for this connection.
  • The adapter supports up to 70 W, above the phone's 60 W recommended adapter power.

Sources:Apple 70W USB-C Power Adapter (apple.com),Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max (support.apple.com)· Verdict checked September 26, 2026· About our data

Charger and phone wired charging specs

Power Adapter

Apple 70W USB-C Power Adapter

Apple · Power Adapter

Connector
USB-C
Maximum output
70 W
Phone

Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max

Apple · Phone

Charging port
USB-C
Recommended adapter power
60 W

Why this result

  • Both products use USB-C for this connection.
  • The adapter supports up to 70 W, above the phone's 60 W recommended adapter power.

About this wired charging check

This wired charging check compares the USB-C connector and output power of the Apple 70W USB-C Power Adapter with the charging port and wired charging power of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max, using specifications verified on official manufacturer pages. Charging protocols such as USB Power Delivery or PPS are only compared when both products state them.

Guide: USB-C charger compatibility for laptops and phones · iPhone charger compatibility by model

Official manufacturer sources

Verdict last checked September 26, 2026 · Manufacturer specs last verified September 24, 2026 · How we check compatibility

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