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Apple · Cables

Apple USB-C to Lightning Cable (1m)

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Why we’d pick it

The straightforward way to fast charge a Lightning iPhone (iPhone 14 and earlier) from a USB-C charger or Mac. Apple's page also lists it for Lightning AirPods cases.

Spec sheet

ConnectorsUSB-CLightning
ConnectorsUSB-C to Lightning
Length1 m
UseCharging and syncing
Fast chargingSupported on selected iPhone/iPad models with a USB-C power adapter (Apple)

Specs from the maker’s product page, checked 15 October 2026. Makers change specs — check before you buy.

Which devices it works with

Rule: USB-C to Lightning cable — Only for devices with a Lightning port (older iPhones, some iPads and AirPods). For Lightning devices (Apple lists iPhone 5 to iPhone 14 models, Lightning iPads and AirPods with Lightning cases).

iPhone 17 work · 34 models
iPad 1 work · 23 models
Mac 0 work · 45 models
Apple Watch 0 work · 20 models
AirPods 4 work · 12 models
Apple TV 0 work · 4 models
HomePod & home 0 work · 5 models

Sources checked 15 October 2026

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Data
Thunderbolt 5 up to 120Gb/s; TB3/TB4/USB4 up to 80Gb/s; USB 3 up to 10Gb/s
Video
DisplayPort 2.1 (UHBR20)
Power
Up to 240W
  • iPhone17/34: Works, 17 of 34 models
  • iPad22/23: Works, 22 of 23 models
  • Mac45/45: Works, 45 of 45 models
  • Watch—: Not compatible, 0 of 20 models
  • AirPods8/12: Works, 8 of 12 models
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