Fastest charging phones in 2025: Test results and specs
While having long battery life is one of the most important aspects of a phone, it is also important to know that you can quickly recharge it when the need arises. Given that many of us use their phones for important daily tasks, we can't simply wait an hour or more for it to charge.
Thankfully, most phones nowadays have some sort of fast charging support. Some are quicker to charge than others though, so if you want to find out which ones are among the quickest, you have come to the right place.
Below you will find the top fastest charging phones from the ones we have put through our charging speed tests. Each phone has been tested using a compatible charger and at its maximum capabilities.
- OnePlus 13 — 80W
- Motorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2025) — 68W
- Samsung's Galaxy S25 Ultra / S25 Plus — 45W
- Google's Pixel 9 Pro XL — 37W
- Sony Xperia 1 VI — 30W
- Motorola Edge 50 Pro — 125W
- OnePlus 13 — 100W outside the US
- Honor Magic7 Pro — 100W
- Vivo X Fold 3 Pro — 100W
- OPPO Find X8 Ultra — 100W
- Xiaomi 14 Ultra / Xiaomi 15 series — 90W
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How we measure charging speed on phones
We conduct rigorous charging speed tests on all smartphones that come in for review. We perform these tests under identical conditions to ensure accurate comparisons, including consistent room temperature.
For wired charging, we measure the time it takes to charge the phone from 1% to 100% using its included charger or a standard one that can make use of its maximum charging speeds. The results are presented as the percentage charged in 15 and 30 minutes, and the total charging time.
Similarly, for wireless charging, we measure the charging time from 0% to 100% using a wireless charging pad. The results are presented in the same format as wired charging.
By following this methodology, we try to offer you valuable insights into the charging performance of various smartphones, helping you make an informed decision.
For wired charging, we measure the time it takes to charge the phone from 1% to 100% using its included charger or a standard one that can make use of its maximum charging speeds. The results are presented as the percentage charged in 15 and 30 minutes, and the total charging time.
Similarly, for wireless charging, we measure the charging time from 0% to 100% using a wireless charging pad. The results are presented in the same format as wired charging.
By following this methodology, we try to offer you valuable insights into the charging performance of various smartphones, helping you make an informed decision.
Also read: PhoneArena Battery Score
What is charging speed?
There are two ways to look at how fast a phone charges. The more obvious one would be the amount of time it takes to get it from 1-100%. However, that time is affected by multiple factors besides the power input it supports, such as battery capacity and charging optimization.
The other way to measure charging speed is by the watts it supports for charging. Watts (W) are the power units and are used to measure the rate at which energy is transmitted.
Below you will find information on both, so you can make your purchase decision on whichever metric is more important to you.
Important: Not all chargers are created equal
Before we dive into our charging speed rankings, there's something you should know: not all phones support fast charging in the same way — and not all chargers will give you the full speed.
While some phones stick to the universal USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) standard, others rely on proprietary charging technologies that only work at full speed with the brand's own charger and cable.
Let's do a quick breakdown of how different phone makers handle charging.
Apple, Samsung and Google take a more user-friendly route by using USB Power Delivery and PPS (Programmable Power Supply). Essentially, this means that:
While some phones stick to the universal USB Power Delivery (USB-PD) standard, others rely on proprietary charging technologies that only work at full speed with the brand's own charger and cable.
Let's do a quick breakdown of how different phone makers handle charging.
Phones with proprietary fast charging (require original charger and cable):
- Motorola: Uses TurboPower, a customized version of USB PD + PPS. It requests non-standard currents at standard voltages (like 20V/6.25A for 125W, or 11V/6.2A for ~68W). Third-party chargers like Anker or Ugreen will likely default to 60W or 45W.
- Xiaomi: HyperCharge relies on custom voltage/current profiles (e.g., 20V/6A, 10V/12A) that only Xiaomi’s original charger and 6A cable can provide. Without them, charging falls back to 27–67W via USB PD.
- Honor / Huawei: Use SuperCharge, which also isn’t USB-PD compliant. You’ll need both the original charger and a 6A-rated cable to get full speed.
- OPPO / OnePlus / Vivo: These brands use custom protocols like SuperVOOC, which don’t work at full speed with standard PD chargers. Expect fallback speeds from 18W to 45W if using a third-party USB-C charger.
Phones with open-standard charging (USB PD/PPS):
- You can get near-maximum speeds with high-quality third-party chargers (e.g., Anker, Ugreen).
- There’s no need for a proprietary cable or power brick.
- It's more future-proof and travel-friendly.
The fastest charging phones in the US
OnePlus 13 — 80W
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The OnePlus 13 stands out as one of the fastest-charging phones available, supporting 80W wired charging in the U.S. and 100W globally. In our tests, the U.S. version charged from 0 to 100% in just 43 minutes, while the global version achieved a full charge in an impressive 36 minutes. These speeds are made possible by OnePlus’ SuperVOOC technology, with the required charger conveniently included in the box.
In the U.S., the phone supports 80W wired charging instead of the 100W offered in other regions. This limitation is primarily due to the voltage standards of U.S. electrical outlets, which typically operate at 110-120 volts, compared to the 220-240 volts found in many other parts of the world.
Higher voltage allows for more efficient power delivery, enabling faster charging speeds like the 100W supported globally. In regions with lower voltage, such as the U.S., the charging speed is capped at 80W to ensure safety and maintain consistent performance without overloading the electrical system.
For wireless charging, the OnePlus 13 offers 50W AirVOOC charging, one of the fastest wireless options on the market. It also supports reverse wireless charging, allowing you to power smaller devices like earbuds or smartwatches. Combined with its massive 6,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, the OnePlus 13 is perfect for users who demand speed and efficiency in their daily charging routines.
In the U.S., the phone supports 80W wired charging instead of the 100W offered in other regions. This limitation is primarily due to the voltage standards of U.S. electrical outlets, which typically operate at 110-120 volts, compared to the 220-240 volts found in many other parts of the world.
For wireless charging, the OnePlus 13 offers 50W AirVOOC charging, one of the fastest wireless options on the market. It also supports reverse wireless charging, allowing you to power smaller devices like earbuds or smartwatches. Combined with its massive 6,000mAh silicon-carbon battery, the OnePlus 13 is perfect for users who demand speed and efficiency in their daily charging routines.
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OnePlus 13 ReviewMotorola Moto G Stylus 5G (2025) — 68W
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The Moto G Stylus 5G (2025) is not just the most affordable stylus-equipped smartphone on the market — it’s also one of the fastest-charging phones in its price class. With a wired charging speed of 68W, Motorola has more than doubled the charging speed of the previous generation.
In our testing, the Moto G Stylus 5G (2025) charged to 90% in just 30 minutes, and completed a full 0-100% cycle in 40 minutes. That’s especially impressive for a $400 phone.
The new G Stylus also supports 15W wireless charging — a rare feature in this category.
In our testing, the Moto G Stylus 5G (2025) charged to 90% in just 30 minutes, and completed a full 0-100% cycle in 40 minutes. That’s especially impressive for a $400 phone.
The new G Stylus also supports 15W wireless charging — a rare feature in this category.
Just like other Motorola phones, the G Stylus 5G (2025) uses a custom TurboPower protocol, which enhances standard USB PD + PPS by requesting non-standard power levels (such as 11V/6.2A ≈ 68W). However, this means third-party USB-C chargers from brands like Anker or Ugreen may only deliver fallback speeds like 45W or 60W.
The custom protocol is especially bad news in this case, because Motorola does not include a charger in the box. So, if you want to make full use of its 68W charging potential, you’ll need to purchase the official TurboPower charger separately.
Despite its fast charging, the Moto G Stylus (2025) didn’t fare well in battery life tests. It delivered a below-average 5h 17m endurance score, with performance most affected during video playback. Still, the snappy top-up speed helps offset the short battery life for users who can plug in often.
The custom protocol is especially bad news in this case, because Motorola does not include a charger in the box. So, if you want to make full use of its 68W charging potential, you’ll need to purchase the official TurboPower charger separately.
Despite its fast charging, the Moto G Stylus (2025) didn’t fare well in battery life tests. It delivered a below-average 5h 17m endurance score, with performance most affected during video playback. Still, the snappy top-up speed helps offset the short battery life for users who can plug in often.
Samsung's Galaxy S25Ultra / S25 Plus — 45W
The S25 Ultra and S25 Plus support 45W charging (Image by PhoneArena)
Both the Galaxy S25 Ultra and Galaxy S25 Plus support 45W wired charging. This is unchanged from the last few generations, and while it is not slow, these are definitely not the fastest charging phones around.
The good news is that even the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G support 45W of wired charging, so you no longer need to get the Ultra just to have access to faster charging speeds.
Important Note: To achieve these speeds, you'll need to use a compatible 45W charger AND a 5A cable (Samsung solds them in a bundle in case you are interested). Typical USB-C charging cables provide 3A speeds, so you need to use this special cable.
Samsung doesn't include a 45W charger in the box, so you'll need to purchase one separately. Our advice is that you go for the one Samsung sells, which also comes with the required USB Type-C, 5A charging cable that allows you to charge at maximum speed.
The good news is that even the Galaxy A56 5G and Galaxy A36 5G support 45W of wired charging, so you no longer need to get the Ultra just to have access to faster charging speeds.
Samsung doesn't include a 45W charger in the box, so you'll need to purchase one separately. Our advice is that you go for the one Samsung sells, which also comes with the required USB Type-C, 5A charging cable that allows you to charge at maximum speed.
Both phones can charge wirelessly at 15W, and they also support wireless PowerShare, allowing you to charge other devices wirelessly.
They are "Qi2 Ready", meaning there are no magnets on the phones themselves, but you can use one of the cases with magnets on them.
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Google's Pixel 9 Pro XL — 37W
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The Google Pixel 9 Pro XL supports 37W wired charging. This is a significant improvement over previous Pixel models, allowing for faster charging times.
Google claims that the Pixel 9 Pro XL can reach 70% charge in approximately 30 minutes with the Google 45W USB-C charger. In our tests, it charged from 0-100% in 1h 23 min.
For wireless charging, the Pixel 9 Pro XL supports 23W wireless charging with the Google Pixel Stand (2nd gen). This is a significant improvement over previous models and allows for much faster wireless charging.
It is possible that the Pixel 10 will come with even faster charging. Since Google sells its own 45W charger, we could take that as a hint that the next generation of the Pixel Pro will support such wired charging speeds.
For wireless charging, the Pixel 9 Pro XL supports 23W wireless charging with the Google Pixel Stand (2nd gen). This is a significant improvement over previous models and allows for much faster wireless charging.
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Sony Xperia 1 VI — 30W
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The Sony Xperia 1 VI supports 30W wired charging. While this is a decent speed, it's not the fastest on the market. It took us around 1 hour and 20 minutes to fully charge the 5000mAh battery.
For wireless charging, the Xperia 1 VI supports 15W wireless charging. This is a standard speed for flagship smartphones, and it's suitable for overnight charging or for topping up the battery when there's no access to a wired charger.
For wireless charging, the Xperia 1 VI supports 15W wireless charging. This is a standard speed for flagship smartphones, and it's suitable for overnight charging or for topping up the battery when there's no access to a wired charger.
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Apple's iPhone 16 Pro Max/Plus — 26W
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After experimenting with different chargers and cables, we determined that the iPhone 16 models do not have faster wired charging.
Both the iPhone 16 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Plus support fast charging via USB-C. But while Apple officially states that they can reach 50% charge in around 30 minutes with a 20W adapter or higher, our tests have shown that they can charge even faster, at about 26W.
The other interesting find from our tests was that both phones are capable of 38W to 39W, but only when they are being charged during an intensive task such as gaming or benchmark testing.
So far, there haven't been any iPhone 17 leaks to point at any increased charging speeds coming with next year's models. That said, we wouldn't be surprised if Apple bumped the charging speeds on the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. Even the iPhone 17 Slim might come with faster charging then the current models, if it ends up being a real product.
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Motorola Edge 50 Pro
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The Motorola Edge 50 Pro offers a compelling value proposition for those seeking a near flagship-level smartphone without breaking the bank. It features a powerful processor, a capable camera system, fast charging, and ample storage.
The Edge 50 Pro boasts impressive charging speeds. We managed to charge its 4,500mAh battery in just 23 minutes with its 125W charger. Interestingly, despite the fact that it has the same charging speed and battery capacity, the more expensive Edge 50 Ultra took a little longer to fully charge in our testing, coming in at 28 minutes.
The Edge 50 Pro supports 50W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging. This makes it convenient for charging compatible devices like wireless earbuds like the Moto Buds Plus.
The Edge 50 Pro supports 50W wireless charging and 10W reverse wireless charging. This makes it convenient for charging compatible devices like wireless earbuds like the Moto Buds Plus.
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OnePlus 13 — 100W
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The Chinese version of the OnePlus 13 comes with the same charging capabilities as its predecessor, both wired and wireless. Its 100W SuperVOOC wired charging technology allows for incredibly fast charging speeds, charging the phone from 0 to 100% in just 36 minutes. This is made possible by advanced charging algorithms that optimize the charging process while protecting the battery's health.
For wireless charging, the OnePlus 13 supports 50W AirVOOC wireless charging, just like the OnePlus 12. This, combined with magnetic charging technology, ensures a secure and efficient wireless charging experience. Additionally, the phone can be used as a wireless charger for other devices, such as wireless earbuds or smartphones, thanks to its wireless PowerShare feature.
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Honor Magic7 Pro — 100W
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The Honor Magic7 Pro not only has a massive 5270mAh battery but it also managed to charge it from 0-100% in about 31 minutes in our charging tests. That's thanks to its 100W wired charging, but that's not where the impressive stats end.
The Magic7 also comes with 80W of wireless charging, which is about as good as it gets. Thanks to these super fast wireless charging speeds it took us only 47 minutes to juice its massive battery. You do need Honor's proprietary wireless charger though, otherwise you can't make use of this feature properly.
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Vivo X Fold 3 Pro — 100W
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The Vivo X Fold 3 Pro is an impressive foldable phone with equally impressive charging capabilities, both wired and wireless. Its 100W wired charging technology allowed for it to go from 0 to 38% in just 15 minutes during our tests.
It took us Only 33 minutes to charge the Vivo X Fold 3 Pro completely, which is impressive for a phone with a 5,700 mAh battery.
Additionally, the device supports 50W wireless charging, making it one of the fastest wireless charging foldable phones available.
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Oppo Find X7 Ultra — 100W
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The OPPO Find X7 Ultra is a powerhouse when it comes to charging. Its 100W SuperVOOC Flash Charge technology is incredibly fast, charging the phone from 0 to 100% in just 29 minutes.
To top it off, the device supports 50W AirVOOC wireless charging, making it one of the fastest wireless charging smartphones available. This feature offers a convenient and efficient way to charge your phone without the need for cables. Both wired and wireless charging technologies are optimized to ensure battery health and longevity, while delivering rapid charging speeds.
To top it off, the device supports 50W AirVOOC wireless charging, making it one of the fastest wireless charging smartphones available. This feature offers a convenient and efficient way to charge your phone without the need for cables. Both wired and wireless charging technologies are optimized to ensure battery health and longevity, while delivering rapid charging speeds.
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Xiaomi 14 Ultra / Xiaomi 15 series — 90W
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The Xiaomi 14 Ultra and the upcoming Xiaomi 15 series are renowned for their impressive charging capabilities. Both series support 90W wired charging, allowing for incredibly fast charging speeds.
A full charge is supposed to be achieved in as little as 33 minutes, although in our tests the Xiaomi 14 Ultra took 45 minutes to charge from 0-100%.
Additionally, Xiaomi has pushed the boundaries of wireless charging with 50W wireless charging support.
Both wired and wireless charging technologies are optimized to ensure battery health and longevity, while delivering rapid charging speeds.
Additionally, Xiaomi has pushed the boundaries of wireless charging with 50W wireless charging support.
Both wired and wireless charging technologies are optimized to ensure battery health and longevity, while delivering rapid charging speeds.
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Which is the fastest charging phone that ever existed?
Currently, the most recently released fastest charging phone is the Realme GT3. It maxes out at 240W of charging speed which is enough to fill up its 4,600 battery in 9 minutes and 30 seconds. Before it, we had the Redmi Note 12 Explorer, which is capable of 210W charging. A close runner-up is the iQOO 10 Pro that comes with a top charging speeds of 200W, which is advertised as enough to juice up the phone from 0-100% in about 10 minutes.
Technically, Xiaomi's sub brand Redmi showcased the first 300W wired charging on the Redmi 12 Note Pro+. However, that was probably a modified version of the phone, as the retail version only goes up to 120W. Redmi has not stated when and if this 300W charging will reach the consumer market.
That being said, Realme is working on 320W charging tech that can potentially charge a phone from 1-100% in just 5 minutes. This could mean that the company is also bracing itself to launch a phone that supports these charging speeds.
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