[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ]
Battery
Fast Charging
High-wattage wired charging to reach 50% in ~30 minutes; higher watts = faster.
Also known as:
Quick Charge
Full Definition & Technical Explanation
Fast charging is listed as Fast Charging: Yes (63% in 30 min) or Max Charge Power: 30 W. Compare Full Charging Time: 1:25 hr. Premium Android reaches 80–120 W; iPhone caps ~30 W.
Wattage is only half the story — check the % in 30 min figure. Standards: USB PD, PPS, and proprietary protocols.
Where Fast Charging Matters
Smartphones
Laptops
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fast Charging?
High-wattage wired charging to reach 50% in ~30 minutes; higher watts = faster.
What terms are related to Fast Charging?
Related Battery terms include Wireless Charging, Battery Life, USB Power Delivery, Battery Health.
Related Technical Terms
Wireless Charging
Inductive charging via pad or MagSafe magnets; typically 7.5-25 W.
Battery
Battery Life
Measured endurance for web, video, and gaming; mAh alone does not tell the full story.
Battery
USB Power Delivery
A fast-charging standard over USB-C that can deliver up to 100W+ to phones and laptops.
Ports
Battery Health
How much capacity a battery keeps over its lifetime; rated in charge cycles.
Battery