Dell PD-96W 96W USB-C Power Adapter 6.6FT Cable
Delivers 96 W USB-C power to compatible MacBook Pro 14-inch and MacBook Air 13- or 15-inch models with a 6.6 ft braided cable
- Adapter typeUSB C Charger
- First connectorUSB Type C
- Second connectorUSB Type C
- Cable jacketPlastic
- Connector typeMale
- Units per package1
- Charges MacBook Pro 14 inch to 50% in 30 minutes using 96W output
- Works with MacBook Air 13 inch and 15 inch models from 2022 to 2024
- Magnetic T-Tip connector guides plug securely and releases under strain
- LED shows amber while charging and green when full
- Includes 6.6FT USB-C to USB-C braided cable
96W USB-C Power Adapter
This Dell PD-96W adapter delivers 96 watts over USB Type C for compatible MacBook Pro 14 inch (2021-2023) and MacBook Air 13/15 inch (2022-2024) models. It includes a 6.6ft braided USB-C to USB-C cable with a magnetic T-Tip connector for secure attachment.
Thermals and power draw
The unit operates at 120 volts input and supplies up to 5 amps at 19.2 volts under normal charging conditions. An amber LED indicates active charging while a green LED signals full charge, providing clear status without audible noise.
Sustained load behaviour
The 96W output maintains high-speed charging for M1, M2 and M3 Pro Max chips during extended workloads, reaching 50% capacity in approximately 30 minutes on supported machines. The magnetic disconnect protects the laptop if the cable is pulled under continuous use.
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- Price $44.99
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | Dell |
| Product line | PD-96 W |
| Model name | PD-96 W |
| Product type | 9 V |
| Adapter type | USB C Charger |
| Ports & slots | |
| First connector | USB Type C |
| Second connector | USB Type C |
| Connector type | Male |
| Size & build | |
| Cable jacket | Plastic |
| Product dimensions | 14.33 in W × 12.83 in H × 9.06 in D |
| In the box | |
| Units per package | 1 |
| In the box | 1 |
Questions about this item
How do I attach the magnetic T-Tip to my MacBook Pro 14 inch 2022, and what alignment mistake should I avoid?
Bring the T-Tip near the charging port; the magnet pulls it into place automatically. Do not force the connector — forcing can bend the pins and prevent the quick-release safety feature from working.
Which part of the 6.6FT USB-C to USB-C braided cable is most likely to need replacement first?
The cable jacket is plastic and the connectors are male USB Type C on both ends; repeated bending near the strain reliefs typically wears the jacket before the internal conductors fail.
At what sustained load does the 96W adapter hit its thermal limit and reduce output?
The adapter is rated for 96 watts at 19.2 volts and 5 amps from a 120 volt input; continuous operation at that full 96W will trigger thermal throttling before the cable or connector reaches its limit.
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