Chargerlab Chargerlab
  • News
    • What's New
    • Interviews
    • Vlogs
    • Events
    • Industry
  • Reviews
    • Charging Compatibility
    • Fully Charging
    • Comparison
    • Chargers & Cables
    • Power Banks & Stations
    • Mobile Devices
    • Accessories
  • Teardowns
    • Chargers & Cables
    • Power Banks & Stations
    • Power Supplies
    • Prototypes
    • Batteries
    • Accessories
  • Videos
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
  • Guides
    • How to Buy
    • Explained
    • Deals
    • ICs
  • POWER-Z
    • KM003C/KM002C
    • KT002
    • Buy POWER-Z
    • Technical Support
  • Contact Us
Home › Reviews › Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)
  • 9

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)

Joey
July 5, 2023

Introduction

Several weeks ago, we posted a video of the charging compatibility 100 test of the brand new 15-inch MacBook Air, and many of your guys requested a more detailed charging review of this laptop, so let's go ahead and test it today. According to Apple's official website, you can choose 35W dual USB-C or 70W charger for this laptop when you place the order.

So, we will test both of those two chargers to see what's the difference.

Product Appearance

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The packaging box for the air lineup retains the classic design, showcasing a side view of the MacBook against a pristine white background.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

All the specs info are on the bottom. Model is A2941.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

What we got is a Midnight one.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

This brand new 15-inch MacBook Air is the largest model in this product line, boasting a maximum brightness of 500 nits and features such as P3 wide color gamut. It serves as the perfect choice for users who desire a larger form factor than the Air series, while not requiring the extensive power of the Pro series. It truly hits the sweet spot for those seeking the ideal balance of size and performance.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

In addition to the laptop, it also comes with a 35W dual USB-C charger, MagSafe 3 cable, and an instruction manual.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The cable features a sleek braided design, matching the color of the laptop for a seamless and cohesive look.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The USB-C connector on this side does not adopt a "full-pin" design.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The ChargerLAB POWER-Z KM003C shows it's equipped with an E-Marker chip and can support 240W PD 3.1.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The diameter is about 3.5mm (0.14 inches).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And the length is about 2m (6' 6.74'').

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The length of this laptop is about 34cm (13.4 inches).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The width is about 24cm (9.35 inches).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The thickness is about 11mm (0.43 inches).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And the weight is only about 1.5kg (3.31 lb), which reminds me of the LG Gram series.

Charging Review

Now, let's dive into the hands-on experience of using this laptop. ChargerLAB will provide you with a detailed overview, exploring its compatibility, charging capabilities, and more. Get ready for a comprehensive and in-depth analysis of this device from every angle.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

First, if we use the default 35W charger inside the box to charge it, the charging power will be limited to 35W.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

We also charge it with a brand new 70W GaN charger, the power will be limited to 70W. So, what about a higher charger?

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

We tried Apple 96W and 140W, the power is only about 71W, which should be the maximum input power of this laptop.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

In addition, the charging power of the USB-C is the same as that of MagSafe 3 port. Just choose the one you'd like.

Charging Compatibility Test

As for the charging compatibility, you can click the related articles to check it out.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

We tested all kinds of charging devices, such as Apple original chargers and third-party chargers.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

Power banks.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

As well as portable power stations. All of them can charge this 15-inch MacBook Air successfully.

Full Charging Test

Next, let's use the 35W charger in the box to charge it from 0 to 100%. Here is the charging curve made by the PC software of KM003C.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

The voltage is pretty stable, at 20V, and the charging power from 0 to 1 hour and 40 mins is almost a straight line, at 35W. Afterward, there are small fluctuations. At 1 hour and 57 mins, the power slowly drops to almost zero. It takes 2 hours and 52 mins to be fully charged.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

We also used the 70W GaN charger to charge it fully.

The charging curve can be divided into four parts. The voltage is always around 20.6V, and the peak power is about 67W at 35 mins. Then, it gradually drops to 50W and 33W in turn. The final part begins at 1 hour and 14 mins, and the power slowly drops to almost zero. It takes 2 hours and 19 mins to be fully charged.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

We put those two charging curves in one chart, which can be more intuitive to see which is faster. When charging the MacBook Air from 0 to 50%, the 70W charger is about twice as fast as the 35W charger. But after that, it'll be slowed down. The 70W charger is only 42 minutes faster than the 35W charger when it is charged to 80%. In the end, the 35W charger takes 33 minutes longer to fully charge the MacBook Air than the 70W charger. You can make a decision based on your needs and budget.

Temperature Test

When testing the full charging curve, we put the charger into a 25°C (77℉) thermotank and got its surface temperature.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

Firstly, let's see the 35W charger. After 30 minutes of charging, the maximum temperature on the front is 29.9°C (85.82°F).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And 29.6°C (85.28°F) on the back.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

After 60 minutes of charging, the maximum temperature on the front is 31.2°C (88.16°F).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And 30.9°C (87.62°F) on the back.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

So, the overall temperature is pretty stable at around 30°C (86℉), and the keyboard will be hotter than the back case.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

Then, let's move on to the 70W charger. After 30 minutes of charging, the maximum temperature on the front is 34.7°C (94.46°F).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And 33.4°C (92.12°F) on the back.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

After 60 minutes of charging, the maximum temperature on the front is 30.4°C (86.72°F).

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

And 30.2°C (86.36°F) on the back.

Charging Review of New Apple 15-inch MacBook Air (A2941)-Chargerlab

This time, the overall temperature is a little higher than 35W, at around 32°C (89.6℉).

Summary of ChargerLAB

Well, that's all the tests we made for this 15-inch MacBook Air. The larger size not only brings a larger display, but also a larger battery and better heat dissipation performance. So, even if it's fast charged for an hour, the temperature will not exceed your body temperature. It also has good compatibility with different charging devices. But for the fastest charging speed, we recommend choosing Apple 70W charger or other third-party PD chargers beyond 70W.

Related Articles:
1. Apple 15-inch MacBook Air - ChargerLAB Compatibility 100
2. Brand New Apple 70W GaN Charger - ChargerLAB Compatibility 100
3. Charging Review of Apple MacBook Air 2022 With M2 Chip

Apple MacBook MacBook Air
9
Enjoy Seamless Gaming with iQOO Neo7 Pro
Previous
Best-Selling Portable Power Stations on Amazon.de (Germany) in May 2023
Next

Hot posts

Teardown of DJI 2600W 1024Wh Power 1000 V2 Portable Power Station
ChargerLAB POWER-Z ET240: Top Features at a Glance
Teardown of HUAWEI 100W SuperCharge Car Charger (P0019)
Teardown of Nintendo Switch 2 Official Charging Dock

Related posts

CANDYSIGN 120W 2-in-1 Charging Station - ChargerLAB Compatibility 100

CANDYSIGN 120W 2-in-1 Charging Station - ChargerLAB Compatibility 100

August 24, 2023
0
Anker PowerPort Atom PD 2 (A2029) Review: Power Duo

Anker PowerPort Atom PD 2 (A2029) Review: Power Duo

June 11, 2019
0
Nekteck 111W Multiport PD Charger Quick Review

Nekteck 111W Multiport PD Charger Quick Review

September 2, 2019
0
Review of Jackery 2200W Portable Power Station 2000 Pro (2160Wh Solar Generator)

Review of Jackery 2200W Portable Power Station 2000 Pro (2160Wh Solar Generator)

June 19, 2022
0
9

ABOUT ME

As a sibling site of chongdiantou.com, ChargerLAB covers everything about charging, including chargers, wireless chargers, power banks, cables, car chargers, portable power stations and other peripherals. You can contact us by sending the email to info@chargerlab.com.

FOLLOW US

Facebook Instagram TikTok Twitter YouTube

E-COOL MEDIA

POWER-Z Chongdiantou 52Audio
Copyright © 2016-2025 Chargerlab. Designed by nicetheme.
  • News
    • What's New
    • Interviews
    • Vlogs
    • Events
    • Industry
  • Reviews
    • Charging Compatibility
    • Fully Charging
    • Comparison
    • Chargers & Cables
    • Power Banks & Stations
    • Mobile Devices
    • Accessories
  • Teardowns
    • Chargers & Cables
    • Power Banks & Stations
    • Power Supplies
    • Prototypes
    • Batteries
    • Accessories
  • Videos
    • YouTube
    • TikTok
  • Guides
    • How to Buy
    • Explained
    • Deals
    • ICs
  • POWER-Z
    • KM003C/KM002C
    • KT002
    • Buy POWER-Z
    • Technical Support
  • Contact Us
  • Apple
  • GaN
  • Power Bank
  • ANKER
  • 65W
  • 100W
  • ChargerLAB
  • iPhone 15
  • Qi2
  • USB-C

Joey

Editor