USB Chargers / Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) vs Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)
$19.00
VSApple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)
$39.00
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) vs Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)
Apple's 40W with a 60W burst — but AVS, not PPS, so no Samsung fast charge.
Wins overall by 1.4 points
Quick Verdict
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) is the stronger all-round pick, ahead by 1.4 points. Apple's 40W with a 60W burst — but AVS, not PPS, so no Samsung fast charge.
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) and Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) are both closely matched USB Charger models, and the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is $20 cheaper than the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) ($19 vs $39). On Output Power, the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads (6.5 vs 3.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum. On Features, the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads (5.0 vs 2.0/10) — displays, protocol support and extras. On Value, the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads (6.0 vs 4.0/10) — watts and ports relative to price. Overall, the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 6.5/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 5.1/10 for the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305). Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) | Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $19.00 | $39.00 |
| Release Year | 2020 | 2025 |
| Max Total Output (W) | 20 | 60 dynamic burst, 40 sustained |
| Single-Port Max | 20 | 60 |
| Ports | 1x USB-C | 1x USB-C |
| GaN | No | Not stated by Apple; teardowns do not confirm the switching material |
| USB-PD & PPS | PD 2.0 and 3.0, no PPS | PD 3.0 with AVS. Note this is not PPS, so it will not trigger Samsung Super Fast Charging 2.0 |
| Foldable Prongs | No | Yes |
| Dimensions | Not published by Apple | 45.72 x 45.73 x 28.11mm |
| Weight (g) | Not published by the manufacturer | 80 |
| Laptop Charging | No | Charges a MacBook Air at around 56W; not enough for a 14-inch Pro at full speed |
| Power Sharing | Not applicable — single port | Not applicable — single port. Note the 60W figure is a burst rating, not sustained |
| Display | None | None |
| Warranty | 18 months | 18 months |
| Colors | White | White |
Category Scores
Output Power
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads clearly here, 6.5 against 3.0 — a 3.5-point margin on total wattage and single-port maximum. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Ports
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) and Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) are level here, at 2.0/10 each. how many devices it can charge at once is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Power Sharing
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) and Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) are level here, at 10.0/10 each. how well it holds wattage when several ports are in use — the spec buyers most often get caught by is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Portability
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 6.5 — a 1.5-point margin on size, weight and whether the prongs fold. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Build Quality
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on materials, heat handling and warranty. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Features
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads clearly here, 5.0 against 2.0 — a 3.0-point margin on displays, protocol support and extras. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Compatibility
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) and Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) are level here, at 6.0/10 each. PPS, PD version and support for Samsung, Pixel and Apple fast charging is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Value
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) leads clearly here, 6.0 against 4.0 — a 2.0-point margin on watts and ports relative to price. If that is what you are buying for, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) if…
- • You want to spend less — it's $20 cheaper.
Choose the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) if…
- • Output Power matters most to you — the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 6.5/10 here (total wattage and single-port maximum).
- • Features matters most to you — the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 5.0/10 here (displays, protocol support and extras).
- • Value matters most to you — the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 6.0/10 here (watts and ports relative to price).
- • Portability matters most to you — the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 8.0/10 here (size, weight and whether the prongs fold).
- • Build Quality matters most to you — the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores 8.5/10 here (materials, heat handling and warranty).
Pros & Cons
Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305)
Pros
- +Apple's own brick, so compatibility is never in question
- +Sold everywhere and easy to replace
- +Still one of the best-selling chargers on Amazon
Cons
- −Only 20W, and no GaN — the 30W Anker and UGREEN cost the same and are smaller
- −No PPS at all, so it will not fast-charge Samsung or Pixel phones properly
- −Fixed prongs, so it does not pack flat
- −2020 silicon, functionally superseded by Apple's own 40W Dynamic adapter
Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)
Pros
- +Foldable prongs, which Apple's 20W brick never had
- +Genuinely charges a MacBook Air at around 56W
- +The burst-to-60W behaviour is useful for phones that can take it
- +Apple build quality and support
Cons
- −The 60W headline is a burst, not sustained — 40W is the real continuous rating
- −Uses AVS rather than PPS, so Samsung owners will not get Super Fast Charging 2.0 — buy the Samsung 45W instead
- −Single port at $39 when 65W dual-port rivals cost less
- −Apple does not confirm whether it uses GaN
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FAQs
Is the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) or Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Output Power, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) or the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores higher on Output Power (6.5/10 vs 3.0/10) — total wattage and single-port maximum.
Which is better for Features, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) or the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores higher on Features (5.0/10 vs 2.0/10) — displays, protocol support and extras.
Which is better for Value, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) or the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores higher on Value (6.0/10 vs 4.0/10) — watts and ports relative to price.
Which is better for Portability, the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) or the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) scores higher on Portability (8.0/10 vs 6.5/10) — size, weight and whether the prongs fold.
Is the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) worth the price difference over the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is the cheaper option at $19 versus $39. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Output Power.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) is the better fit if you mainly care about compact. The Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) is the better fit for travel.
What's the warranty on the Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) vs the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365)?+
The Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter (A2305) ships with a 18-month warranty; the Apple 40W Dynamic Power Adapter with 60W Max (A3365) ships with a 18-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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