How do I fast-charge an iPhone with a Lightning port?

Last checked November 14, 2026

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Short answer

Use a USB-C to Lightning cable and a USB-C charger. Apple says to use a USB-C charger of 18 W or more, and 20 W or more for iPhone 12 and newer, for fast charging.

Best matchUSB-C to Lightning cable
See the Belkin USB-C to Lightning Cable (MFi) on Amazon

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You also need

These go with the USB-C to Lightning cable.

How to connect it

  1. Plug the USB-C to Lightning cable into a USB-C charger.
  2. Use 20 W or more for iPhone 12 and newer.
  3. Choose an MFi-certified cable.

Check this first

  • For fast charging, Apple says to use a USB-C charger of 18 W or more, and 20 W or more for iPhone 12 and newer.
  • iPhone 15 and newer use USB-C, so a plain USB-C cable works for them.
  • Choose an MFi-certified cable.

Questions people ask

Which iPhones can fast-charge this way?

iPhone 8 and newer.

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