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USB-C cable comparison

Apple MagSafe 3 vs Apple Lightning

Compare charging, transfer speed, length and design.

Compared products
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Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)

Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)

  • 2 m cable for extra reach.
KSh 9,000In Stock
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Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)

Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)

  • 1 m cable for extra reach.
  • Fast charging.
KSh 4,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

Choose the Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable if you want a longer 2 m cable. Choose the Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable if you want a much lower price (KSh 4,500 less).

This comparison is partial: only 4 of the 7 specifications are published for both products. The Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable does not list charging; the Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable does not list Special Features or design / Material.

Cable length

Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable
2 m cable for extra reach
Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable
1 m cable for extra reach

Length

Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable
2 m
Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable
1 m

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable

  • Longer cable: 2 m (vs 1 m).

Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable

  • Lower price: KSh 4,500 (vs KSh 9,000).

What matters most to you?

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How each product answers the questions buyers ask most. Tick a topic to add it, untick one to hide it.

2 priorities selected.
How each product answers the selected priorities
PriorityApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 CableApple USB-C To Lightning Cable
Cable length2 m cable for extra reach1 m cable for extra reach
Length2 m1 m

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
BrandAppleApple

Features

Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Special FeaturesMagnetic quick release; amber charging / green full-charge indicator—

Cable

Cable specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Brand / ModelApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Cable Type / ConnectorsUSB-C to MagSafe 3 Mac charging cable Connectors: USB-C → MagSafe 3USB cable Connectors: USB-C male to Lightning male
Length2 m1 m
Design / MaterialWoven cable—

Compatibility & Safety

Compatibility & Safety specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Compatibility / Usage Notes / SafetyMac models with a MagSafe 3 port; compatible USB-C power adapter sold separatelyLightning devices; syncing and charging through a compatible USB-C or Thunderbolt 3 USB-C host

Physical & Package

Physical & Package specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Dimensions / Weight / PackageIn the box: USB-C to MagSafe 3 cable (2m)One 1 m USB-C to Lightning cable

Charging

Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple USB-C to MagSafe 3 Cable (2m)Apple USB-C To Lightning Cable (1M)
Charging—Fast charging on compatible iPhone/iPad models with a suitable Apple USB-C power adapter

Similarities

  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Choose USB-C MagSafe 3 for a longer 2 m cable; USB-C Lightning costs less than half as much if you do not need a longer 2 m cable.

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