Galaxy S26 Ultra’s Fast Charging May Not Get an Upgrade After All

Leaks about Samsung‘s next-gen Galaxy S26 series have been constant lately. However, they haven’t been too exciting for fans of the brand’s phones. Reports have crushed hopes of some big camera hardware upgrades for these devices. Now, the latest leak has crushed the hopes of those hoping for more powerful fast charging for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.

Galaxy S26 Ultra to stick with 45W fast charging despite 60W rumors

Previous rumors from credible sources, and even hints found in One UI code, pointed to a 60W fast charging capability for the Galaxy S26 Ultra. This would have been a welcome leap from the 45W standard that has been in place since the Galaxy S22 Ultra. Yes, Samsung hasn’t improved the wired fast charging speed of its Ultra phones since 2022. Sadly, it looks like 2026 won’t be the year either.

Tipster Mohammed Khatri shared a recent certification from the Chinese CQC (China Quality Certification). The screenshot doesn’t mention a charging upgrade for any of the upcoming Galaxy S26 models. The certification lists the expected Galaxy S26 Ultra at a maximum of 45W, mirroring the specifications of its predecessors. This is a tough pill to swallow for fans who were excited about the possibility of a faster charging experience.

The certification also seems to confirm the fast-charging power for the other Galaxy S26 models. As recently leaked, both the Galaxy S26 Pro and the S26 Edge will stick to a 25W charging limit. This certification is specifically for the Chinese market. However, it would be highly unusual for Samsung to offer different charging speeds in other regions like the US or Europe.

Will there be a global surprise from Samsung?

While the certification seems pretty definitive, a small part of the tech community is holding on to the idea of ​​a surprise. After all, the One UI code analysis was a promising sign. The same source even adds that “global versions may differ in charging speeds.”

Could Samsung be planning to release a different version for key markets? It’s not impossible, but it is unlikely. For now, the most likely scenario is that the S26 Ultra will indeed arrive with the same 45W charging speed we’ve seen before.

This puts Samsung in a peculiar position. Many of its competitors, particularly from Chinese brands like Xiaomi and OPPO, have been pushing charging speeds to impressive new heights. Chinese devices like those from OnePlus are available in the US as well, offering impressive charging figures. Even recent Motorola phones far surpass the charging speed of Samsung’s premium phones.