What Are the Minimum Charger Wattage Requirements for the USBC-6950PDZ for a MacBook Neo?
The included 20W charger with the MacBook Neo is not sufficient to use the USBC-6950PDZ dock and charge the laptop simultaneously.
We recommend using a charger with a minimum of 40W to ensure standard charging speeds, as the dock reserves 18W of power for itself.
Recommended Minimum Charging Requirements:
To ensure your MacBook Neo stays charged while using all the features of the USBC-6950PDZ, we recommend using a charger with a higher wattage than the stock 20W charger.
| Charger Wattage | Power to MacBook Neo (Approx.) | Experience |
|---|---|---|
| 20W (Stock) | 2W | Not Recommended: Battery will drain. |
| 30W | 12W | Not Recommended: Battery will drain at a slower rate. |
| 40W | 22W | Recommended: Standard charging speeds. |
| 60W+ | 30W | Best Performance: Maximum charging speeds. |
Note: The MacBook Neo can charge at a maximum of 30W, this chart only represents MacBook Neo charging rates. Other laptops can support up to a maximum of 82W Pass-Through charging depending on the laptop model.
Which Plugable Chargers Do We Recommend for the MacBook Neo
We recommend the following Plugable chargers to pair the MacBook Neo with the USBC-6950PDZ docking station.
- 1. PS-40C2W: Dual USB-C Fast Charger, 40W - White
- 2. PS-40C2B: Dual USB-C Fast Charger, 40W - Black
- 3. PS3-METERC3: Power Strip and USB C Charging Station with Power Meter, 67W
4. PS-EPR-140C1: 140W USB-C GaN Power Adapter
Applicable To
Plugable Hardware: USBC-6950PDZ Dual 4K DisplayLink Docking Station
Host Hardware: MacBook Neo
