Is it True? S24 Ultra Does Not Support 60W Charging?

General Discussion
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Overview

I’ve been diving into the charging capabilities of the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, and I’ve come across a surprising claim that it doesn’t support 60W charging. Given that fast charging is a crucial feature for many of us, I wanted to open the floor for discussion about this.

My Experience

Initially, I was excited to use my 60W charger with my new device, fully expecting to enjoy super-fast charging speeds. However, when I plugged it in, I noticed that the charging was quite sluggish compared to what I anticipated. It got me wondering if I was doing something wrong or if there was a deeper compatibility issue at play.

Things I’ve Noticed:

  • Charging Speeds: The charging speed seems to cap at around 45W when using my 60W charger.
  • Charger Behavior: My charger automatically adjusts its output based on the device, but it feels like the S24 Ultra is not optimizing this to utilize the full potential.
  • Third-party Chargers: When I switched to a Samsung charger rated for the S24 Ultra, the charging speed improved, but it still didn’t exceed 45W.

Questions for Discussion

  1. Compatibility: Have others experienced similar issues? Does anyone have tips on compatible chargers for the S24 Ultra?
  2. Third-party Options: Are there reliable third-party chargers that can actually provide faster charging? What have your experiences been like?
  3. Firmware Updates: Could updates to the firmware improve compatibility with higher wattage chargers? Has anyone seen speed improvements after updates?

Conclusion

I’m really eager to hear from others who might have insights or solutions regarding the charging capabilities of the S24 Ultra. Let’s figure this out together! Any input or shared experiences would be greatly appreciated!

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I’ve been testing my S24 Ultra, and honestly, it doesn’t seem to reach the expected 60W charging speeds. I usually see around 45W max, even with a certified charger.

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That’s interesting! I thought I was the only one. My experience is similar; I seldom see it above 50W.

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Have you all noticed that the charging speed can vary depending on the battery level? Mine charges slower below 20%.

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Good point Tanya! I also found that it’s much slower when using it while charging. Multitasking can really drain the speed.

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I was excited for 60W charging but mine rarely hits that mark either! Sometimes I wonder if it’s all marketing hype.

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I feel you. The discrepancy between expectations and reality can be quite frustrating!

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I’m curious, did anyone try different cables? I have a few and some definitely allow faster speeds than the standard one.

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Yes, using a high-quality cable made a noticeable difference for me! Definitely worth experimenting with various options.

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Thanks for that tip! I need to invest in a better cable to see if I can unlock those speeds.

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I’ll definitely be checking my cables. It’s sort of ironic that a premium phone doesn’t charge as fast as advertised!

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Does anyone have benchmark figures for charging times? It’d be great to compare and see if we’re all in the same boat.

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I’ve recorded mine. From 0 to 100%, it takes about 1 hour and 40 minutes using a 45W charger.

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Wow, that’s pretty standard for a fast charger! I guess our benchmarks confirm there’s some limitation in the charging system.

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I can’t help but chuckle about this whole debate. It’s almost like we need a ‘S24 Ultra Charging Olympics!’

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Haha, that’s a hilarious thought! Who knew charging could become such a competitive sport?

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I’ve been trying to charge my S24 Ultra with a variety of 60W chargers, and they all seem to underperform. Does anyone else face this issue?

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Yes! It’s frustrating because I bought a brand name 60W charger thinking it would work perfectly, but it only charges at 45W.

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Exactly, Candice. I tried a lesser-known brand, and it was worse. Can anyone explain if these brands adhere to the same standards?

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Incompatibility seems common. I read that not all 60W chargers provide the same output due to different protocols. Have you checked if your charger has Power Delivery support?