You can use any charger you want. iOS has automatic safeguards to regulate how much the battery can take and is optimized to preserve battery health. It doesn’t matter what wattage your charger is, the phone will only use what it was designed to use. Answer from SUPRVLLAN on reddit.com
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Apple Support
support.apple.com › guide › iphone › power-adapters-iph8c1e31583 › ios
Power adapters for iPhone - Apple Support
Note: For fast charging, iPhone 12, iPhone SE (3rd generation), and later models require a power adapter with a minimum power output of 20 watts, such as the Apple 20W USB power adapter.
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YouTube
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iPhone 12 Pro Charge Test: 5W vs 20W (Apple) - YouTube
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Published   December 14, 2020
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Quora
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Can the iPhone 12 use a 30W USB-C Power Adapter, and how fast will it charge compared to the 5W? - Quora
Answer (1 of 4): Yes. Do note that the iPhone maxes out at 20W charging. It is however safe to use a 30W charger, as the right configuration is automatically set by the charger and the chips inside the charger and phone.
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PITAKA
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Is a 20W Charger Fast? iPhone Charging Speeds Compared – PITAKA
Assuming the iPhone 12 has a similar battery size as iPhone 11 and adopts the same fast charging technology, the 20W fast charger will be able to charge up to 50% in 30 minutes, and up to 100% in 2 hours and 8 minutes or so.
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Let's clear some things up:

  • Wireless Charging refers to the Qi wireless charging standard that allows you to charge your phone without directly plugging it in. You place it on a charging pad, or in the case of the new iPhone 12, the MagSafe charger will magnetically align it for you. You have to plug the base (transmitter) into the wall - it can't obtain power from thin air.

  • USB-C charging conforms to the USB-C Power Delivery spec in which it negotiates higher charging rates. To get those higher rates, you need a USB-C charger rated to at least 20W. You can use a higher one with no problem. If you use a lower rated one (i.e. the 5W charger) but, you won't get the faster charging speeds; it may not even charge at all.

  • The "regular" USB type A charger (that everyone has) can typically supply up to 12 watts of power. You can use a charger that supplies more, but the phone will not draw any more than 12 watts. Again, I recommend, using chargers with higher wattage ratings.

  • Anker PowerIQ is Anker's technology that identifies what it's connected to so that it can deliver the maximum charge to the device connected. The first generation of PowerIQ delivered up to 12W and PowerIQ 2.0 can deliver up to 18W. These really have nothing to do with Apple's products per se other than they are compatible.

TL;DR

The charger (the thing that plugs into the wall) is required; period. Regardless if it's USB-A or USB-C, you can always use a "larger" charger than what is called for, in fact, I recommend it. A USB-A charger will typically max out at 12W (5V @ 2.4A). A USB-C charger will go up to 20W.

If you go wireless, you still need a charger (USB-C) and the maximum you'll get is 15W using MagSafe and only half that (7.5W) using a regular Qi charger. No matter what, you still need to plug the Qi base into the wall and the sizing rules still apply - get an adapter "larger" than what you need (i.e. get at least 20W). You can use a USB-C MacBook charger rated at 91W with no problems whatsoever. The 5W charger that came in the iPhone SE box will not cut it.

You can use either the new USB-C charger with Power Delivery or your can use the older USB (type A) chargers that supply 5V at 2.4 Amps

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Tom's Guide
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iPhone 12 chargers tested: 5W vs MagSafe vs 20W | Tom's Guide
October 28, 2020 - Here's how much faster the iPhone 12's new 20W and MagSafe chargers are compared to your dusty old 5W brick.
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PhoneArena
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Apple iPhone 12/Pro 18W vs 20W vs 5W vs MagSafe adapter charging speeds - PhoneArena
July 6, 2021 - Moreover, if you need your new magnetically-attachable MagSafe wireless charger to top up your iPhone 12 models at its peak 15W power that Apple promises, that can only be achieved with the fresh 20W brick.
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MacRumors
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iPhone 12 Requires a 20 Watt Charger for FAST CHARGING; Does an 85 Watt Charger Charge Faster? | MacRumors Forums
November 28, 2020 - However, at those stages, battery ... 12 requires a handoff from the charging brick to allow fast charging. The OEM Apple 20 watt charges faster than most larger bricks, including Apple's....
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Reddit
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r/iPhone12Pro on Reddit: iPhone 12 Pro and 30 watt USB-C Charger
December 12, 2020 -

I am in awe about how fast my phone charges with the iPhone branded 30-watt USB-C charger. The 30- watt charging block is a pretty penny but worth every dime. I can also charge my iPhone 6 and iPhone X with the USB-C charger and get surprising results. This charger can charge my phone from 20% to 67% in 12 minutes. Of I was using my phone while it sets, the results are quite the same! While the USB-C cord comes with the new iPhone 12’s, you will have to buy a charger block for the wall. The iPhone 12 pro can tolerate the highest wattage charging block on this phone of 96 watts USB-C charger block, but it costs a pretty penny. I wonder if anyone has been as impressed as I am about the charging speed on these phones. I suggest that anyone that buys a charger get these chargers!

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MacRumors
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highest Watt charger that an iPhone 12 will take advantage of? | MacRumors Forums
October 26, 2020 - I used the new Apple 20 Watt charger with USB-C cable, on a 2 year old iPhone XS Max and it charged from 0% (black screen) to 94% in 90 minutes. I was quite happy and the iPhone did not get hot.
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Apple
support.apple.com › en-ca › HT211829
How to use your MagSafe Charger with iPhone - Apple Support (CA)
Most iPhone models can charge with MagSafe Charger. Connect the USB-C connector on your MagSafe Charger to a recommended 30 watt (W) or greater Apple USB-C power adapter or compatible third-party USB-C adapter.
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EMINENCE-TOP
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Different Original Apple Chargers Full Charged iPhone12 Test (from0~100%) - EMINENCE-TOP
November 5, 2020 - Apple’s original 5W charger charges the iPhone 12. Before 2 hours and 15 minutes, the charging power has been maintained at around 5W, which is very stable. Then the power and current gradually decrease until the charging is over.
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Reddit
reddit.com › r/iphone12 › charger wattage for 12 pro max?
r/iPhone12 on Reddit: Charger Wattage for 12 Pro Max?
April 28, 2021 -

Hi guys, I just switched over to a 12 Pro Max a few days ago from an XS Max & I’m wondering which Powder Adapter do y’all use/recommend?

I’ve been using a 30w USB-C adapter on my XS Max & noted nothing of it & managed to be at 88% Battery Health after 2.5 years.

But I’ve noticed that my 12 Pro Max heats up when using it so I’ve switched over to a 12w USB-A adapter.

Is this a problem that people are facing as well?

P/s I’m on IOS 14.5, not sure if this is a point of concern so I figured I’ll just mention it.

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Flipkart
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Apple MD836HN/A 12W USB Power Adapter - Apple : Flipkart.com
Apple MD836HN/A 12W USB Power Adapter
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Apple Support
support.apple.com › en-us › 102574
Fast charge your iPhone - Apple Support
* You need a 20W or higher power adapter to fast charge your iPhone 12 and later.
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KEUTEK
store.keutek.com › blog › iphone 12 charging guide: what cable, adapter & magsafe you should use
iPhone 12 Charger Guide - Fast Charging Tips | KEUTEK
May 15, 2021 - Apple recommends using its 20W USB-C fast charger together with the included USB-C to Lightning cable. This combination delivers the optimal charging speed while keeping your battery safe and healthy.
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Mobile Fun
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Official Apple iPhone 12 20W USB-C Fast Charger - White
Official Apple iPhone 12 20W USB-C Fast Charger - White
Charge your iPhone 12 at lightning speeds with this official USB-C 20W power adapter from Apple. This compact and portable plug has retractable pins for added safety. Pair with an official USB-C to Lightning cable for optimal results.
Price   US$24.49