iPad Mini 7 Charging Speed Likely Remains at 20W

[MacRumors]

The seventh-generation iPad mini's charging speed is capped at 20W, according to a Chinese regulatory filing.

The new iPad mini's charging speed has seemingly been confirmed through a China Compulsory Certificate (3C) certification report (spotted by 91Mobiles), revealing that the new model has the same charging specification as its immediate predecessor. According to the 3C certification, the seventh-generation iPad mini (model A2996) supports 20W "fast charging," using a 9VDC x 2.22A power output. This is the same wattage as the sixth-generation iPad mini, which also featured a 20W USB-C charger. The listing also mentions a 45W adapter, but the iPad mini's actual charging speed is capped at 20W. This limitation puts it behind several competitors in the market, such as the OnePlus Pad 2, which boasts 67W fast charging.

The 2021, sixth-generation iPad mini gained 20W charging thanks to the implementation of a USB-C port, 8W more than the fifth-generation iPad mini, which had a Lightning port. The iPad Air is similarly capped at 20W, but tests show that the iPad Pro can reach charging speeds of up to 30W. Apple's focus on optimizing long-term battery life may be one reason why charging speeds remain relatively conservative across its product lines. Faster charging can generate additional heat, which can reduce battery lifespan over time.


Article Link: iPad Mini 7 Charging Speed Likely Remains at 20W

 

[adamw]

Sounds like a great model! Even with the 20W charging limit.

 

[augustrushrox]

This is so embarrassing.

 

[nick9191]

I suppose it would be a nice to have but there are so many people who would constantly plug their iPad or iPhone into a laptop charger and then blame Apple when their battery dies in 6 months. Especially now they are not shipping chargers in the box. This happens in Android land.

Not defending Apple but it makes sense from their point of view.

My iPad Pro charges fast enough with the 20w charger.

 

[Elusi]

My casual observation is that my Mini 6 charges up pretty fast anyway. Way quicker than my M1 IPP which can draw about 35W I think. The Mini battery is.. well.. mini.

 

[MayaUser]

At this point...we dont care

 

[The Game 161]

This is so embarrassing.

all non chinese brand charging is embarrassing

 

[dumastudetto]

Nobody needs to charge an iPad Mini faster than the current limit.

 

[Gengar]

20W is reasonable for a tablet that small.

 

[Moukee]

Totally fine, no? The battery of the mini 6 has 19.3 Wh, it's not like it'll take 5 hours to charge with a 20 W charger.

Sure, the 16 Pro Max might charge faster up to a certain point (it can apparently use 30 W up to around 50 % SoC), but it's no big deal to me.

If anything, this means I can take that tiny Anker Nano 20 W charger with me and can be sure it'll max out what the iPad mini can take anyway.

 

[DunedinD]

Understandable but iffy headline. Since when were watts a measure of speed. 😂

 

[Chiromac81]

lol gimped!

 

[Apple Knowledge Navigator]

It's as if Apple just wants people to buy the Air instead

 

[TruthWatcher412]

So it's a very small upgrade...new processor and higher base storage?

 

[Hopefully Smarter]

I’m heartbroken and considering counseling.

 

[Apple_Robert]

So it's a very small upgrade...new processor and higher base storage?

Correct.

 

[madgibbon]

Understandable but iffy headline. Since when were watts a measure of speed. 😂

The power output of charger combined with the power input limit of the device dictates how fast it will charge.

For example if Apple allowed 40 watt charging on the iPad mini, in ideal conditions it will charge twice as fast as the current 20 watt limit.

 

[DaniTheFox]

I strongly question the veracity of this information. My 12.9-inch iPad Pro M1 is capable of charging with a maximum power input of 35-37.5W. I have the necessary equipment to accurately measure this power input.

 

[Remy149]

It's as if Apple just wants people to buy the Air instead

I doubt someone who wants a mini for its firm factor is suddenly going to buy the air over faster charging. Anyone buying the mini is doing so because if its size. I’ve been considering getting one to compliment use of my 13” iPad Pro.

 

[JoshuaBru]

What a piece of **** update

 

[cicalinarrot]

Nobody needs to charge an iPad Mini faster than the current limit.

Fast charging on tablets seems pretty important to me.
One charges phones everyday as a routine but with tablets laying around at home, maybe used by many people, sometimes kids, it's harder.
I mean, not a deal-breaker, definitely a missing nice-to-have for me, especially for that price which is even higher in Europe, where I live, and makes it a premium device.

 

[DenniSundaY]

I strongly question the veracity of this information. My 12.9-inch iPad Pro M1 is capable of charging with a maximum power input of 35-37.5W. I have the necessary equipment to accurately measure this power input.

Exactly. For example numerous people have tested and verified the iPad mini 6 can charge up to around 25W. Not that much higher, but it's still higher than 20W.

 

[DunedinD]

The power output of charger combined with the power input limit of the device dictates how fast it will charge.

For example if Apple allowed 40 watt charging on the iPad mini, in ideal conditions it will charge twice as fast as the current 20 watt limit.

Exactly. It’s not a measure of speed itself, just a rough guide to expectations without other factors getting in the way.

 

[SigurTom]

I strongly question the veracity of this information. My 12.9-inch iPad Pro M1 is capable of charging with a maximum power input of 35-37.5W. I have the necessary equipment to accurately measure this power input.

Whatcha got, one of these?

 

[UltimateSyn]

Pretty small battery, can't imagine this is much of a hinderance.