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Apple 85W MagSafe 2 vs Apple 40W Dynamic with 60W Max

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Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter

  • 85 W rated output.
  • Charging technology: MagSafe 2.
  • Design / mounting: magnetic DC connection.
KSh 7,300In Stock
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Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max

Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max

  • Supports USB PD.
  • 40W sustained · up to 60W dynamic maximum.
  • Wall socket mounting.
KSh 6,500In Stock

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Our quick verdict

The Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter is an AC laptop power adapter, while the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max is a wall Charger; the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max costs KSh 800 less.

Output power

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
85 W rated output
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
40W sustained · up to 60W dynamic maximum

Ports

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
Integrated MagSafe 2 DC cable
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
1 output port

Charger type

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
AC laptop power adapter
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Wall Charger

Design / mounting

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter
Magnetic DC connection, DC cable-wrap wings
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Wall socket mounting

Key differences

The main differences to help you choose.

Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter

  • Charger type: AC laptop power adapter.
  • 85 W wireless charging.

Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max

  • Lower price: KSh 6,500 (vs KSh 7,300).
  • Charger type: Wall Charger.

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PriorityApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Output power85 W rated output40W sustained · up to 60W dynamic maximum
PortsIntegrated MagSafe 2 DC cable1 output port
Charger typeAC laptop power adapterWall Charger
Design / mountingMagnetic DC connection, DC cable-wrap wingsWall socket mounting

Detailed comparison

Explore the full specifications, section by section.

General

General specifications comparison
SpecificationApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
BrandAppleApple

Charger

Charger specifications comparison
SpecificationApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Brand / ModelApple / 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Charger TypeAC laptop power adapterWall Charger
Colour / Design—White

Power & Charging

Power & Charging specifications comparison
SpecificationApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Maximum Output85W40W sustained · up to 60W dynamic maximum
Charging TechnologyMagSafe 2USB Power Delivery · AVS · Dynamic Power Sharing
Ports / Charging PositionsIntegrated MagSafe 2 DC cable1× USB-C output
Input—100–240V AC · 50/60Hz
Output / Power Distribution—Fixed: 5V⎓3A / 9V⎓3A. AVS: 9–15V⎓2.67A [3A DPS] / 15–20V⎓2A [3A DPS]

Design & Features

Design & Features specifications comparison
SpecificationApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Design / MountingMagnetic DC connection; DC cable-wrap wingsWall socket mounting
Smart FeaturesConnector LED: amber while charging; green when chargedDynamic power delivery adjusts to the device charging requirement
Cooling / Safety—Keep the adapter ventilated and dry; follow Apple safety instructions

Compatibility & Physical

Compatibility & Physical specifications comparison
SpecificationApple 85W MagSafe 2 Power AdapterApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max
Compatibility / NotesMacBook Pro with Retina display using MagSafe 2; check exact computer compatibilityCompatible USB-C Apple devices; 60W is dynamic maximum, not sustained output
Dimensions / Weight / Package—In the box: power adapter; cable sold separately

Similarities

  • Both are made by Apple.

In summary

Get the Apple 85W MagSafe 2 Power Adapter if you want an AC laptop power adapter, or the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max if you want a wall Charger.

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