Can you charge an iPhone 17 with an Apple 5W USB-A?
Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.
It charges, but at about 5 W instead of the 40 W the iPhone 17 can take.
Estimated from the manufacturer’s stated fast-charge time, with the device idle.
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How long to 50% with each charger
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Full speed needs 40 W or more. These chargers get there:
iPhone 17 charging specs
- Fast charging needs
- 40 W
- Max input (approx.)
- 40 W
- Apple 5W USB-A
- 5 W · USB-A
Sources: Apple: Fast charge your iPhone · Notebookcheck: iPhone 17 reaches 50% in 20 minutes · Apple: About Apple USB power adapters. Checked 2026-10-17.
Quick answers
Is it safe to charge the iPhone 17 with the Apple 5W USB-A?
Yes, but it is a basic 5V USB-A charger without Power Delivery, so it can only deliver a few watts.
How many watts does the iPhone 17 need for fast charging?
40 W or more. Reaches 50% in about 20 minutes with a 40W adapter or higher.
How long does the iPhone 17 take to charge with the Apple 5W USB-A?
About 1 h 10 min to 50% and 2 h 45 min to full, estimated with the device idle.