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Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter

  • Price: $73.50
  • B&H # APMSPA85
  • Mfr# MC556LL/B

Product Highlights

  • Compatible with 15 or 17" MacBook Pro
  • 85 Watt
  • Features a Magnetic DC Connector
  • AC Cord Is Provided
  • Perfect Traveling Companion
  • Lithium Polymer Battery

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The 85W MagSafe Power Adapter from Apple features a magnetic DC connector, which helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection. Designed to be the perfect traveling companion, the provided AC cord offers maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel.

This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. The adapter is compatible with the 15 or 17" MacBook Pro.

Compatible with 15 or 17" MacBook Pro
Use an extra adapter for home or work. Apple's innovative AC adapter is made specifically for your 15 or 17" MacBook Pro
85 Watt
85 watt power adapter, 3 prong cord, 2 prong wall adapter
Features a Magnetic DC Connector
The 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter features a magnetic DC connector that ensures your power cable will disconnect if it experiences undue strain and helps prevent fraying or weakening of the cables over time. In addition, the magnetic DC helps guide the plug into the system for a quick and secure connection
AC Cord Is Provided
An AC cord is provided with the adapter for maximum cord length, while the AC wall adapter (also provided) gives users an even easier and more compact way to travel
Lithium Polymer Battery
This power adapter recharges the lithium polymer battery while the system is off, on, or in sleep mode. It also powers the system if you choose to operate without a battery
Perfect Traveling Companion
Designed to be the perfect traveling companion, the adapter has a clever design, which allows the DC cable to be wound neatly around itself for easy cable storage
Compatible with 15 or 17" MacBook Pro
Output 85W
Dimensions 7.3 x 6.1 x 2.5" (185.4 x 154.9 x 63.5mm)
Weight 1.4 lbs (635g)
Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
  • AC Cord
  • AC Wall Adapter
  • 1-Year Limited Warranty
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    Apple85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter
     
    4.6

    (based on 49 reviews)

    Ratings Distribution

    • 5 Stars

       

      (37)

    • 4 Stars

       

      (6)

    • 3 Stars

       

      (4)

    • 2 Stars

       

      (1)

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      (1)

    98%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Long cord (19)
    • Simple (19)
    • Durable and reliable (18)
    • Lightweight (10)
    • Universal (8)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Replacement (21)
      • Back-up (13)
      • Travel (11)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Tech savvy (22), Multimedia professional (16), Quality oriented (5)
        • Primary use:
        • Personal (25), Business (20)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (5)

      Most Liked Positive Review

       

      New and improved charger for MBP

      I didn't necessarily NEED a new charger, because my original one was working just fine.....albeit with some fraying :) I got this as a gift, and I'm very impressed with how...Read complete review

      I didn't necessarily NEED a new charger, because my original one was working just fine.....albeit with some fraying :) I got this as a gift, and I'm very impressed with how Apple has improved it over the last couple of years! The cord is thicker - hopefully this will prevent fraying, the box part is smaller, and the magnetic end is angled to where it's even with the side of the computer. Feels like the magnet is possibly stronger now as well? I was pleasantly surprised to find that the charger also came with the extension. Knowing Apple, I was afraid they'd package and sell it separately to make more money...It's convenient to have two chargers now; but great to know that when my original one dies, I'll have a fantastic new backup. [...]

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      Most Liked Negative Review

       

      Not really compatible with the older MBP

      I bought this adapter to replace the original one that came with my older MBP. Although Apple claims that this new adapter is fully compatible with the older adapter, it really isn't. Most of...Read complete review

      I bought this adapter to replace the original one that came with my older MBP. Although Apple claims that this new adapter is fully compatible with the older adapter, it really isn't. Most of the time, this new adapter will not work with my MBP unless I remove and then reinsert the battery in my laptop first. Obviously, the laptop will need to be powered off in order to do that so this becomes very inconvenient if I'm in the middle of a session and my battery charge runs low since I'd have to quit the session, power off the computer, remove and then reinsert the battery just so I can plug the adapter and have it charge the battery. >:o(

      I have a couple of the newer MBP (unibody) laptops and this adapter does work fine with those computers.

      Another observation is that the AC cord and the wire that plug to the laptop are both stiff (not as flexible as the original adapter).

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      3.0

      It's an expensive plug

      By Tripp

      from St. Louis, MO

      About Me Tech Savvy

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Lightweight
      • Simple

      Cons

      • Does Not Travel Well
      • Gets Hot

      Best Uses

      • Backup
      • Replacement

      Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

      I am appreciative of the B&H discount for a plug for a computer (MacBook Pro) that seems overly expensive (the plug). The plug itself does what it is supposed to, though it is not travel friendly in terms of being able to make it compact for travel. And below I recommend to a friend only because there are no alternatives I know of...

      • Primary use:
      • Business

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      5.0

      genuine apple product cheaper than store

      By AJ the guy who bought this product

      from Rochester, NY

      About Me Technically Challenged

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Long Cord

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

          This is the genuine Apple charger. It was a few bucks cheaper than the Apple store when I bought it (I thought that was impossible), plus free shipping, and no sales tax if you have is shipped to an address outside of NYS. I shopped around a lot, and didn't find the genuine Apple one cheaper ANYWHERE else.

          It comes with the extension chord, if that's what you call it (the long removable wire that plugs in to the wall and connects to the actual dc converter where the two-prong plug is removed). The ad did not make that totally clear to me, but it does in fact come with it.

          Even with the free shipping option it came to my house in three days total, and I live a couple hundred miles outside NYC.

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          • Personal

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          5.0

          Great Product

          By Piotr

          from NY

          Verified Buyer

          Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

          Works very well, exactly what I needed

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          5.0

          Works on older MacBook Pro

          By 00void

          from Holmdel, NJ

          About Me Multimedia Professional, Tech Savvy

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Simple
          • Universal

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Backup
            • Replacement
            • Travel

            Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

            I purchased this to replace my wife's original Mag Safe T-shaped charger for her 2007 17in MacBook Pro which started to fray and deliver inconsistent charges (as well as being a hazard). After reading conflicting reviews around the web as to whether this would work, I took a chance and the chance paid off...the charger works/fits perfect and she's happy...win win.

            • Primary use:
            • Personal

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            3.0

            The real, genuine Apple deal. Worth it.

            By Joshua RADIO WONDERLAND

            from NEW YORK

            About Me Multimedia Professional

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Durable and Reliable
            • Lightweight

            Cons

            • Pricey For An Ac Adaptor

            Best Uses

              Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

              Beware of knock-offs! As the high-wattaage MagSafe, this is the adaptor that can go from MacBook Air to MacBook to MacBook pro. And it's smaller than the original 85 Watter.

              • Primary use:
              • Business

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              5.0

              Works Perfectly

              By Chris

              from Orlando

              About Me Multimedia Professional

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Durable and Reliable
              • Lightweight
              • Long Cord
              • Simple
              • Universal

              Cons

                Best Uses

                  Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                  Bought this for a Mac Book Pro (2007) and it worked fine. I have had it for a few months now and haven't had any issues.

                  • Primary use:
                  • Business

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                  4.0

                  MagSafe for MBP17

                  By Radar

                  from Caribbean

                  About Me Multimedia Professional

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Simple
                  • Universal

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Travel

                    Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                    A must have....original failed when used on yacht through inverter......well made and reliable otherwise

                    • Primary use:
                    • Business

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                    5.0

                    Replacement on the go

                    By Woodbourne

                    from NYC

                    Verified Buyer

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                      Cons

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                          Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                          I don't have to tell anyone that apple makes great products, but the proprietary connections can some times make getting an adapter tough in a pinch. I had a meeting and all of the their stores were to far away, so I went to B&H. The staff was helpful and checked to make sure my model was compatible.

                          • Primary use:
                          • Business

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                          5.0

                          The real thing

                          By dnobel

                          from New Bedford, MA

                          About Me Tech Savvy

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Durable and Reliable
                          • Long Cord

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Replacement

                            Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                            This adapter replaces one that came with a used MacBook Pro i5 that I purchased online from a private seller about a year ago. To my dismay, I recently discovered that the Apple adapter he provided was not the one originally shipped with my model; it is only 65 watts, not the specified 85 watts.As they say, you can't beat the real thing. Unlike many cheap knock-offs, this genuine Apple adapter guarantees me the full promised 85 watts and meets all required standards. I can say from experience that although it generally works, using an adapter with lower than speced output--even an Apple adapter--can in the long run shorten battery life. And if your battery is totally drained, it may not even boot the machine.According to my research, the B&H price on this item isn't currently bettered. So spend the money and get peace of mind.

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                            • Personal

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                            5.0

                            original apple product

                            By BL535

                            from Leawood, KS

                            About Me Tech Savvy

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Replacement

                                Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                Received original apple product as expected from a reputable company. This included the 2meter extension cord for the adapter. Quick shipping. B&H was the cheapest I could find to obtain this product. Many other sites advertising similar products at cheaper prices on further reading seem to ship poor quality adapters, sometimes not even the correct L shaped magnetic connection although the pictures on these sites show the new connecter.

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                                • Personal

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                                5.0

                                Perfect for the office

                                By Apple in the Office

                                from APO, AE

                                About Me Tech Savvy

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Durable and Reliable
                                • Simple
                                • Universal

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Backup

                                  Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                  I use this for when I'm at work and when I'm in my apartment, so it's just disconnect and go, and I don't have to take it with me in my backpack. It's nice because B&H ships to APOs for free, but Apple direct will not, so this is a great deal. As a bonus, it also comes with the full cord and not just the plug adapter.

                                  • Primary use:
                                  • Business

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                                  5.0

                                  Good product

                                  By moses

                                  from Berkeley, CA

                                  About Me Tech Savvy

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Durable and Reliable
                                  • Simple

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Replacement
                                    • Travel

                                    Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                    Works great! It charges as it should and doesn't take a painstakingly long time to reach a full charge, either!

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                                    • Personal

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                                    5.0

                                    I'd buy it again.

                                    By Estela philosopher

                                    from New YOrk, NY

                                    About Me Multimedia Professional, Technically Challenged

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Durable and Reliable
                                    • Simple

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Replacement

                                      Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                      Really effective and problem-solver.

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                                      • Personal

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                                      5.0

                                      Works perfectly

                                      By Max Marketing Genius

                                      from New York, NY

                                      About Me Multimedia Professional

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Durable and Reliable
                                      • Lightweight
                                      • Long Cord
                                      • Simple
                                      • Universal

                                      Cons

                                        Best Uses

                                        • Backup
                                        • Travel

                                        Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                        Nothing much to say other than, it works perfect. Glad that B&H had it in stock.

                                        • Primary use:
                                        • Business

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                                        5.0

                                        It's Apple, It's Good...

                                        By Nuzzi

                                        from North Haven, CT

                                        About Me Tech Savvy

                                        Verified Buyer

                                        Pros

                                        • Durable and Reliable
                                        • Long Cord
                                        • Simple

                                        Cons

                                          Best Uses

                                          • Backup
                                          • Replacement
                                          • Travel

                                          Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                          Bought to have a cord at home and the office without to carry it around. As with most of Apple's stuff, it is great. The safety feature of being magnetic and pulling out easily has already saved my computer on one occasion and I image will be of great value when my 10-month old learns how to walk.

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                                          • Business

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                                          5.0

                                          Good Upgrade

                                          By Pete

                                          from Wilmington, DE

                                          About Me Tech Savvy

                                          Verified Buyer

                                          Pros

                                          • Durable and Reliable

                                          Cons

                                            Best Uses

                                            • Replacement

                                            Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                            The new design is better than the original. The magnetic connector falls toward the back of the lap top which is better. The wires are stiffer but seem stronger than the original.

                                            • Primary use:
                                            • Personal

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                                            5.0

                                            Happy to go with B&H

                                            By Grizzly Adams

                                            from Crescent City, CA

                                            About Me Tech Savvy

                                            Verified Buyer

                                            Pros

                                            • Long Cord
                                            • Simple

                                            Cons

                                              Best Uses

                                              • Backup
                                              • Replacement

                                              Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                              Fantastic OEM Apple products, with great service and pricing. More than happy.

                                              • Primary use:
                                              • Personal

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                                              5.0

                                              Works with Macbook Pro 2008

                                              By Reid

                                              from Amherst, NH

                                              Verified Buyer

                                              Pros

                                              • Long Cord

                                              Cons

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Replacement

                                                Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                                When my original power adapter died after 3+ years one night I needed a replacement. So before my battery died on my Macbook Pro I looked around the web and found B&H had MagSafe adapters for a good price. I saw others on the web that were refurbished adapters but this wasn't one of those. I was a little worried after reading about problems with the new redesigned MagSafe adapters not working with older Macbook pro's (pre unibody) but I bought it anyway. It works as advertised charging my Macbook Pro right up.

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                                                • Personal

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                                                4.0

                                                Genuine Apple version

                                                By Eboz

                                                from Austin, tx

                                                About Me Multimedia Professional

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Simple

                                                Cons

                                                • Not reliable

                                                Best Uses

                                                • Replacement

                                                Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                                My original adapter started shorting out after over a year of heavy abuse. First I tried the refurb from another "apple" 3rd party site...but that thing was total fail- dead on arrival..so i decided to stick with the genuine article - this is a NEW APPLE adapter in original Apple packaging, and b&h has the lowest price i could find. Good service and fast shipping. Done and done.

                                                • Primary use:
                                                • Business

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                                                5.0

                                                Going to get another one

                                                By romu

                                                from Oakland

                                                Verified Buyer

                                                Pros

                                                • Apple product

                                                Cons

                                                  Best Uses

                                                  • Backup

                                                  Comments about Apple 85 Watt MagSafe Power Adapter:

                                                  Best price for this genuine Apple product

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                                                  • Personal

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