[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Battery
Bypass Charging
A feature that powers the phone directly from the charger during gaming, sparing the battery.
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Bypass charging routes power straight to the system while gaming or streaming, instead of through the battery. It reduces heat and slows battery wear. See Bypass charging: Yes/No.
Gaming phones and some flagships offer it. Combined with fast charging it keeps long sessions cool.
Related Technical Terms
Battery Health
How much capacity a battery keeps over its lifetime; rated in charge cycles.
Battery
Fast Charging
High-wattage wired charging to reach 50% in ~30 minutes; higher watts = faster.
Battery
Thermal Throttling
Chips slowing down when hot to stay within thermal limits; higher stability % means less slowdown.
Performance