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Galaxy S26 Ultra Charging Steps Up to 60W for Rapid Recharges

Leaked benchmarks suggest the S26 Ultra can top 75% in half an hour with a full recharge in around 45 minutes

The Galaxy S26 Ultra might finally fix what's been slowing you down – and you'll feel the difference

Overview

  • One UI 8.5 firmware leaks confirm 60W wired charging support, a 33% increase over its predecessor’s 45W cap.
  • Ice Universe reports Samsung’s conservative internal tests show 75–80% battery fill in 30 minutes.
  • Tipster claims real-world charging could reach up to 90% in the same timeframe.
  • Early analyses from SamMobile and PhoneArena project a 0–100% cycle in approximately 45 minutes pending official figures.
  • The upgrade narrows the gap with Chinese rivals but still trails brands offering 80W–150W speeds, reflecting Samsung’s cautious approach to battery longevity.