The original Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter costs PKR 3,800 at AvaNext. It charges iPhone 12 through iPhone 17 from zero to 50% in roughly 30 minutes — compared to 90-plus minutes on the old 5W adapter. If you have an iPhone 15 or newer and no charger came in the box, this is the adapter you need.
The complication in Pakistan is that first-copy versions of this charger sell at every mobile market in Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi for PKR 500 to PKR 1,200. Some are on Daraz with product images copied from Apple's own listing. At the Saddar counter, "original hai?" is the question we hear most often about chargers — more than any other product category.
This guide covers the real price, which iPhones it fast-charges, how to identify a fake, and when you should skip it entirely and spend your money elsewhere.
Which iPhones does the Apple 20W charger actually fast-charge?
The 20W adapter supports Apple's Fast Charge protocol on iPhone 8 and later. What cable you need depends on which iPhone you have:
- iPhone 8 through iPhone 14: USB-C to Lightning cable. These models cap incoming charge at 18W, so the adapter's 20W output is slightly throttled — but you still get the full fast-charge benefit. Charging time from zero to 50% is approximately 30–35 minutes.
- iPhone 15, 16, and 17: USB-C to USB-C cable. Apple removed Lightning on iPhone 15 onwards, so the old USB-C to Lightning cable will not connect. The 20W adapter with a USB-C to C cable charges these at full speed.
- iPhone 7 and older: This adapter will charge these devices at standard speed through a USB-C to Lightning cable, but fast charging is not supported on these models regardless of the adapter. You do not need a 20W charger for an iPhone 7.
How much does the original Apple 20W charger cost in Pakistan?
The original Apple 20W USB-C charger (model A2347) is priced at PKR 3,800 at AvaNext for the adapter alone. Cable bundles are also available:
- Adapter + USB-C to Lightning cable: PKR 4,199
- Adapter + USB-C to USB-C cable: PKR 4,199
- Adapter + 2-metre USB-C to Lightning cable: PKR 4,700
For context: the same product at Hafeez Center in Islamabad and mobile shops in Gulberg, Lahore typically runs PKR 4,200 to PKR 4,800 for what are claimed to be originals. First-copy versions in these same markets are PKR 500 to PKR 1,200 — physically identical boxes, different internals.
What is wrong with the PKR 500 copy charger?
The cheap copies do charge a phone, which is why customers initially believe they work. The problems show up over weeks and months.
Slow actual charging speed. The copy negotiates 20W with the iPhone for the first few seconds, then settles at 8W to 11W under load. A charge that should take 55 minutes takes 90 to 110 minutes. You will not notice unless you time it or compare side by side.
No surge protection. Pakistan's power grid — particularly in residential areas of Karachi, Lahore, and Rawalpindi — spikes in voltage when WAPDA reconnects after a load-shedding cut. The original Apple 20W has built-in surge filtering and thermal cutoffs. The copies do not. A spike during charging can reach the battery management circuit in the phone. We see customers at the Saddar counter with iPhones that charge slowly and drain faster than they used to — the common factor is a non-original charger used for several months.
Battery degradation over time. Inconsistent wattage delivery stresses the battery differently than a clean charge curve. Apple's own Battery Health metric in Settings drops faster with unstable chargers.
How to tell an original Apple 20W charger from a fake
The differences are visible if you know what to look for.
The printed text. On an original, the text on the bottom face of the adapter is laser-etched and crisp. Look for "Designed by Apple in California / Assembled in Vietnam" (some batches say China — both are genuine). On a copy, the font is thinner, slightly smudged, or the letter spacing is inconsistent.
The USB-C port. Inside the port on a genuine adapter, the contacts are evenly spaced and the interior is clean. On copies, one side of the contact strip is often slightly recessed or off-centre.
The fit in the socket. The original 2-pin plug sits flush against the wall socket with minimal wobble. Copies tend to have slightly undersized pins and can feel loose.
Heat after 20 minutes. Feel the adapter after a 20-minute charge. An original is warm — noticeable but not uncomfortable. A copy generating 8W while negotiating 20W runs hotter. If you have to pull your hand away, that is not a good sign.
None of these tests is definitive alone. The reliable approach is to buy from a source you can verify, where the stock can be traced.
Does the Apple 20W charger work with Android phones and iPads?
Yes — it outputs 20W over USB-C Power Delivery, which is a universal standard. It will deliver PD fast charging to any USB-C device that accepts it, including Samsung Galaxy S and A series, Pixel phones, iPad mini, and iPad Air.
One important limitation for Samsung Galaxy users: Samsung's own Super Fast Charge protocol (used on the S-series and some A-series) is not PD-compatible. The Apple 20W will charge a Galaxy S25, but at 18W–20W PD speeds rather than the 45W Samsung's own protocol delivers. If you primarily use a Samsung, the Samsung 45W Fast Charging Adapter at PKR 4,200 is the correct choice — it charges a Galaxy S25 Ultra from zero to 50% in under 25 minutes, versus roughly 40 minutes with the Apple 20W.
Should you buy the Apple 20W or skip it?
Buy it if: You have an iPhone 15, 16, or 17 — these ship without a charger and the 20W is Apple's entry-level genuine adapter. At PKR 3,800 with COD, it is meaningfully cheaper than grey-import pricing in Karachi's mobile markets and in Islamabad. Also worth it if you are still on an older charger (5W or 12W) and notice your phone takes two hours to charge.
Skip it if: You charge your phone overnight and never need a quick top-up. A slow overnight charge gets you to 100% regardless. The 20W is most useful for people who need 40–50% in 30 minutes — commuters, students, people managing back-to-back calls. If that is not you, the extra spend is not useful.
Skip it and buy the 30W bundle instead if: You want to also fast-charge an iPad or a laptop from the same adapter. The 30W USB-C Fast Charger with a free Type-C cable at PKR 3,499 costs PKR 301 less, delivers 50% more wattage, and comes with a cable included. For anyone charging more than just an iPhone, the 30W bundle is the better value.
Where to buy the original Apple 20W charger in Pakistan
AvaNext Pakistan mobile accessories carries the original Apple 20W USB-C adapter at PKR 3,800, with Cash on Delivery across Pakistan. The physical store is at Saddar, Karachi, open for walk-in. Orders to Islamabad and Rawalpindi ship on express routes.
A 7-day replacement guarantee applies: if the product arrives damaged or does not work as expected, you return it within 7 days. With COD, you can inspect the packaging before paying.
Daraz search results for "Apple 20W charger" mix first-copy listings into the same page as original stock, sometimes using Apple's own product photos. There is no reliable way to distinguish them at the listing level. The COD option from AvaNext addresses this: you inspect the item on delivery before the payment changes hands.
Apple 20W USB-C Charger — PKR 3,800 at AvaNext, Cash on Delivery →
Frequently asked questions
- What is the original Apple 20W charger price in Pakistan?
- The original Apple 20W USB-C Power Adapter costs PKR 3,800 at AvaNext (adapter only, 2-pin). Bundles that include a USB-C to Lightning or USB-C to USB-C cable start at PKR 4,199.
- Does the Apple 20W charger work with iPhone 15 and iPhone 16?
- Yes. iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 use USB-C, and the Apple 20W delivers USB-C Power Delivery. You need a USB-C to USB-C cable — the older USB-C to Lightning cable will not connect to these models.
- How do I know if my Apple 20W charger is original?
- Check the laser-etched text on the bottom for sharpness and correct country-of-assembly labelling. Inspect the USB-C port contacts for even spacing. After 20 minutes of charging, the adapter should be warm but not hot. Copies run noticeably hotter and the text printing is typically thinner or smudged.
- Is the Apple 20W charger safe to use during load shedding in Pakistan?
- The original charger includes surge protection and thermal cutoffs, which handle voltage spikes when power is restored after a load-shedding cycle. Non-original copies typically lack these components, making them a risk to both the charger and the device battery over time.
- Can I use the Apple 20W charger for my Samsung Galaxy phone?
- It will charge Samsung devices via USB-C Power Delivery, but Samsung's Super Fast Charge protocol is separate and requires a Samsung charger. For Galaxy S-series phones, the Samsung 45W Fast Charging Adapter delivers significantly faster charging than the Apple 20W.
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