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Apple Magic Trackpad 2 vs Apple Magic Trackpad

Compare sensor, connection, battery and comfort.

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Apple Magic Trackpad 2

Apple Magic Trackpad 2

  • 231 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • wired connection.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
KSh 22,500In Stock
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Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)

Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)

  • 230 g.
  • Ambidextrous shape for your grip.
  • wired connection.
  • Connects to one device at a time.
  • Battery: Rechargeable lithium-ion.
KSh 21,000In Stock
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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple Magic Trackpad if you want a newer model (2024).

Weight

Apple Magic Trackpad 2
231 g
Apple Magic Trackpad
230 g

Charging port

Apple Magic Trackpad 2
Lightning
Apple Magic Trackpad
USB-C

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple Magic Trackpad 2

No clear advantage over the Apple Magic Trackpad in the published specifications. Check the detailed comparison for features that matter to you.

Apple Magic Trackpad

  • Newer model: released in 2024 (vs 2015).

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PriorityApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad
Weight231 g230 g
ConnectionsBluetoothBluetooth
Battery lifeAbout 1 month or more between chargesAbout 1 month or more between charges
PerformanceCapacitive Multi-Touch surface with Force TouchCapacitive Multi-Touch surface with Force Touch
Battery capacityBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ionBattery: Rechargeable lithium-ion
Charging portLightningUSB-C

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
BrandAppleApple
ModelMagic Trackpad 2 (A1535)Magic Trackpad (USB-C)
Announced20152024
TypeWireless Multi-Touch trackpadWireless Multi-Touch trackpad
ColorSilver with White Multi-Touch surface; Space Gray with Black Multi-Touch surfaceWhite Multi-Touch Surface; Black Multi-Touch Surface

Design

Design specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Dimensions160 × 114.9 × 4.9–10.9 mm160 × 114.9 × 4.9–10.9 mm
Weight231 g230 g
Hand OrientationAmbidextrousAmbidextrous
Form FactorTrackpadTrackpad
Grip StyleNot applicableNot applicable
MaterialGlass Multi-Touch surface; aluminum enclosureGlass Multi-Touch surface; aluminum enclosure

Connectivity

Connectivity specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Connection TypeWired & wirelessWired & wireless
Wireless TechnologyBluetoothBluetooth
BluetoothYesYes
Wireless ReceiverNot applicableNot applicable
Multi-Device ConnectionNoNo
Cable / ConnectorLightning to USB charging and pairing cableUSB-C charging and pairing cable

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Customization SoftwaremacOS and iPadOS system settingsmacOS and iPadOS system settings
Onboard MemoryNoNo
ProfilesNot applicableNot applicable
RGB LightingNoNo
Haptic FeedbackYes — Force Touch haptic feedbackYes — Force Touch haptic feedback
Silent Clicks——
Special FeaturesForce Touch; Multi-Touch gestures; automatic pairing with MacForce Touch; Multi-Touch gestures; automatic pairing with Mac

Sensor & Tracking

Sensor & Tracking specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Sensor TechnologyCapacitive Multi-Touch surface with Force TouchCapacitive Multi-Touch surface with Force Touch
DPINot applicableNot applicable
DPI Adjustment——
Tracking Speed——
Acceleration——

Buttons & Scrolling

Buttons & Scrolling specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Number of ButtonsNot applicableNot applicable
Programmable ButtonsNoNo
Gesture ButtonYes — Multi-Touch gesturesYes — Multi-Touch gestures
Scroll WheelMulti-Touch surfaceMulti-Touch surface
Horizontal ScrollYes — Multi-Touch gesturesYes — Multi-Touch gestures
Thumb Wheel——
Button / Switch TypeForce Touch pressure sensorsForce Touch pressure sensors

Battery & Power

Battery & Power specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
Battery TypeRechargeable lithium-ionRechargeable lithium-ion
Battery LifeAbout 1 month or more between chargesAbout 1 month or more between charges
Charging PortLightningUSB-C
Wireless ChargingNoNo

System Requirements

System Requirements specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
WindowsNot applicableNot applicable
macOSOS X 10.11 or latermacOS 15.1 or later
Required Port / ConnectionBluetooth-enabled Mac; USB port for chargingBluetooth-enabled Mac or iPad; USB-C port for charging
SoftwareNone required on supported Apple devicesNone required on supported Apple devices
Other Operating Systems—iPadOS 18.1 or later

What's in the Box

What's in the Box specifications comparison
SpecificationApple Magic Trackpad 2Apple Magic Trackpad (USB‑C)
In the BoxMagic Trackpad 2 and Lightning to USB cableMagic Trackpad and woven USB-C charging cable

Similarities

  • Both have Bluetooth.
  • Same type: Wireless Multi-Touch trackpad.
  • Same hand orientation: ambidextrous.
  • Same customization software: macOS and iPadOS system settings.
  • Same haptic feedback: Force Touch haptic feedback.
  • Same sensor technology: Capacitive Multi-Touch surface with Force Touch.

In summary

Magic Trackpad 2 and Magic Trackpad are closely matched on the features compared here.

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