iPhone 17 Pro has the fastest charging speed of 33 phones tested
Source: 9to5Mac
Of 33 current smartphones tested, the iPhone 17 Pro offered the fastest overall charging speed when wired and wireless charging times are averaged.
Apple also claimed four of the five top places for wireless charging speeds, with manufacturing precision likely the key factor.
CNET reports that it tested 33 current smartphones for both wired and wireless charging performance.
Testing Methodology
- 33 phones were tested over the past year, including models from Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, and several internationally‑only devices.
- The test simulated real‑world usage: each phone started with a maximum of 10 % battery remaining, then was charged for 30 minutes.
- Wired and wireless charging results were averaged into a single score to determine the overall fastest‑charging phone.
Overall Winner
The iPhone 17 Pro was crowned the overall winner. By averaging the wired and wireless charging scores, Apple’s flagship emerged as the fastest‑charging phone tested in the past year.
Wired Charging Results
| Rank | Device | 30‑minute charge gain |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (CNET Labs Award) | 76 % |
| 2 | iPhone 17 Pro | 74 % |
| 3 | Motorola Moto G Stylus (2025) | 74 % |
| 4 | OnePlus 15 | 72 % |
| 5 (tied) | iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro Max, Samsung Galaxy S25 FE | 69 % |
Apple placed second overall for wired charging.
Wireless Charging Results
| Rank | Device | 30‑minute charge gain |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | iPhone 17 Pro (CNET Labs Award) | 55 % |
| 2 | iPhone 17 Pro Max | 53 % |
| 3 | iPhone 17 | 49 % |
| 4 | iPhone Air | 47 % |
| 5 | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | 39 % |
Four of the top five wireless chargers were iPhones. The site speculates that MagSafe keeps the phones perfectly aligned with the charging coils, giving Apple a precision advantage even though competitors can use the same Qi 2.2 technology.
Recommendations for Optimal Charging
To achieve the best charging performance, use:
- A 30 W+ power adapter (or higher)
- A MagSafe charger with fast‑charging capability
These accessories help ensure the iPhone 17 Pro reaches its maximum charging speeds in both wired and wireless scenarios.