Pixel 10 Pro Fold battery and charging: All the official upgrades
The best battery life on a foldable for 2025?
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Large foldable phones rarely have impressive battery life, but the Pixel 10 Pro Fold might be an exception. With a larger battery, faster wired charging, and Google's new Tensor G5 chip, this second-generation foldable could offer a much better battery experience than its predecessor.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Pixel 10 Pro Fold when it comes to battery and charging.
Probably — and not just because of battery size.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a 5,015 mAh battery — a 7.8% increase over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s 4,650 mAh capacity. For context, that’s also significantly larger than the 4,400 mAh battery found in Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Battery gains don’t stop at capacity, though. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by Google’s new Tensor G5 chip, built on a 3nm TSMC process. This upgrade brings better power efficiency and smarter AI-driven battery optimization. Google promises over 30 hours of runtime on a full charge and up to 100 hours in Extreme Battery Saver mode.
The inner display is brighter this year — reaching 2,050 nits — which could slightly impact endurance at high brightness levels. But improved thermal management could help counteract that, keeping the phone cool and efficient even under load.
Here’s everything you need to know about the Pixel 10 Pro Fold when it comes to battery and charging.
Does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have better battery life?
Probably — and not just because of battery size.
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold features a 5,015 mAh battery — a 7.8% increase over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s 4,650 mAh capacity. For context, that’s also significantly larger than the 4,400 mAh battery found in Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7.
Battery gains don’t stop at capacity, though. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold is powered by Google’s new Tensor G5 chip, built on a 3nm TSMC process. This upgrade brings better power efficiency and smarter AI-driven battery optimization. Google promises over 30 hours of runtime on a full charge and up to 100 hours in Extreme Battery Saver mode.
How fast does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold series charge?
The Pixel 10 Pro Fold supports up to 39W wired charging and 15W wireless charging.
While not the fastest on the market, 39W is a big jump over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s 21W speeds. Expect to hit 50% in about 30 minutes using Google’s 45W USB-C charger. That brings the Pixel 10 Pro Fold much closer to rivals like the OnePlus Open and Galaxy Z Fold 7 in real-world charging times.
- Wired charging: Up to 39W
- Wireless charging: 15W (Qi2 standard)
While not the fastest on the market, 39W is a big jump over the Pixel 9 Pro Fold’s 21W speeds. Expect to hit 50% in about 30 minutes using Google’s 45W USB-C charger. That brings the Pixel 10 Pro Fold much closer to rivals like the OnePlus Open and Galaxy Z Fold 7 in real-world charging times.
Does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have wireless charging?
Yes, it supports 15W wireless charging — up from 7W on last year's Pixel Pro Fold.
It’s also Qi2 compatible, meaning it can take advantage of more efficient charging and better alignment with compatible pads. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold includes built-in magnets for wireless charging alignment — similar to Apple’s MagSafe. These magnets work with Qi2-compatible accessories and Pixel’s new Pixelsnap cases to ensure proper positioning for maximum efficiency.
It’s also Qi2 compatible, meaning it can take advantage of more efficient charging and better alignment with compatible pads. The Pixel 10 Pro Fold includes built-in magnets for wireless charging alignment — similar to Apple’s MagSafe. These magnets work with Qi2-compatible accessories and Pixel’s new Pixelsnap cases to ensure proper positioning for maximum efficiency.
Does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold have reverse-wireless charging?
No, there’s no confirmation of reverse wireless charging support on the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. While this feature has been present on non-folding Pixel phones since the Pixel 5, Google hasn’t extended it to its foldables — at least not yet.
What charger does the Pixel 10 Pro Fold use?
Like the rest of the Pixel 10 series, the Pixel 10 Pro Fold uses USB Power Delivery (USB PD) with PPS. That means it’s fully compatible with high-quality third-party chargers from brands like Anker, Ugreen, and Baseus.
Peak speeds are reached using Google’s 45W USB-C charger, sold separately. But any modern PD/PPS charger will deliver close to full performance — no proprietary cables, no unusual voltage requirements.
This standards-based approach sets Google apart from brands like Xiaomi, Oppo, OnePlus, and Motorola, which often lock their fastest charging speeds behind proprietary hardware. With Google, you get simple, reliable USB-C charging — the way it should be.
Peak speeds are reached using Google’s 45W USB-C charger, sold separately. But any modern PD/PPS charger will deliver close to full performance — no proprietary cables, no unusual voltage requirements.
This standards-based approach sets Google apart from brands like Xiaomi, Oppo, OnePlus, and Motorola, which often lock their fastest charging speeds behind proprietary hardware. With Google, you get simple, reliable USB-C charging — the way it should be.
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