Every year, smartphone technology is rapidly evolving—processors are getting faster, camera megapixels are growing, and neural engines are being added for artificial intelligence. Many of these advancements have become driving factors for how a person chooses their next phone.

However, the best fast-charging smartphone is often overlooked when it comes to comparisons between the best phones. While a powerful processor and long-lasting battery life are important, considering how quickly your phone can charge is essential, too.

Even if you have a phone that can last for dozens of hours at a time, it’s not worth waiting more than an hour for a full charge, especially if your phone is integral to your daily routine, whether it’s for your professional or personal life.

The last thing you want when you’re on the go is to be held back by a charging cable, which is why we’ve put together a list of the fastest-charging phones below. We’ve also covered the ones with the best battery life and how to practice good charging habits.

The Fastest-Charging Phones

Before delving into the fastest charging phones of 2025, it’s important to understand how the ‘speed’ is measured. Manufacturers typically describe how fast a device can charge by the number of watts it can support through a charger.

The higher the number of watts, the faster the phone can charge. For example, the Samsung Galaxy S25 supports 45w chargers and can reach full charge in an hour. It’s also important to remember that the phone’s battery capacity (measured in mAh) can also affect the time.

Standard smartphone chargers supply around 5 watts of power to a battery. Any charger that is above 15 watts is considered fast charging, and over 25 watts is considered super fast charging. Below, we’ve outlined the fastest-charging phones of 2025.

Motorola Edge 50 Pro

When it comes to fast charging, this phone takes the crown. It comes with a 125w TurboPower charger that can return the phone to full charge from zero in 15 to 20 minutes. Along with it being a fast charger in the wired department, it also supports high speeds over wireless.

The Motorola Edge 50 Pro also supports super-fast 50w wireless charging, which is faster than what some flagship phones offer for wired charging. The phone also boasts long-lasting battery life with a battery capacity of 4,500 mAh.

In tests, the device would last 33:28 hours on a call, 7 hours while gaming, and 10:10 hours of web browsing. 

OnePlus 13

The OnePlus 13 is another powerhouse in terms of charging speed. Tests show the phone can go from zero to 100% in roughly 35 minutes. The phone features a 100-watt charging capability. 

Along with super fast charging, the phone is also powered by a 6,000 mAh battery—one of the biggest in the industry. It’s a massive improvement over its predecessor’s 5,400 mAh capacity (the OnePlus 12). It can last around 7:48 hours gaming and about 14:47 hours browsing the web.

iPhone 16 Pro Max

When it comes to Apple, the best iOS device for fast charging is the iPhone 16 Pro Max. It supports wireless charging up to 25w and wired charging up to 30w. Using a wired charger, the phone can reach 100% charge from zero in about an hour. 

The iPhone 16 Pro Max also has a range of safe charging and battery-related features. In settings, there’s an option for ‘Optimised Battery Charging, ’ which can help improve the battery lifespan by delaying charge past 80%, reducing overall wear.

There’s also a ‘Charge Limit’ setting, which lets you set a limit on how much your iPhone can charge. For example, you can limit your charging to 95%, so it never hits the maximum and reduces the impact charging has on battery health. 

The Phones With The Best Battery Life

There’s no point getting a phone that can go from zero to 100% quickly if it loses it just as fast. So, when you’re shopping for a new device, it’s important you consider one that has a large battery capacity and efficient chipset, as well as fast charging support.

The two main factors that impact battery life are the battery’s capacity, which is measured in mAh, and how optimised the processor is. If you want the best of both worlds—fast charging and great battery life—the devices below are worth considering.

Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro

This is a premium-priced phone, and it shows because it excels in almost every area. From the powerhouse processor, the Snapdragon 8 Elite, to the 16GB of RAM, it was a phone that was designed for pure performance for gamers.

As a result, not only does the phone excel when it comes to intensive tasks, but it’s also packed with a massive battery for long-lasting gaming sessions. The phone features a 5,800 mAh battery capacity.

The phone’s battery lasted 20:34 hours on average. The test process consisted of continuously surfing the web until it ran out of power. If you’re looking for the best battery life possible for a device running Android, the ROG Phone 9 Pro is perfect.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra

The Galaxy S25 Ultra is a close competitor to the Asus ROG Phone 9 Pro. The phone has an average battery life of 17:14 hours. It only falls a few hours short of the ROG Phone 9 Pro.

It is possible to prolong the S25 Ultra’s battery life through the settings. For example, the default resolution on the S25 Ultra is quite high. You can turn it down to match the ROG Phone 9 Pro’s resolution, and you’d be able to increase the battery life.

The S25 Ultra also has a range of different battery-related settings to help optimise the battery's health. The two main battery-related settings are Adaptive Charging and Battery Protection. These settings help reduce battery wear by limiting charging and preventing overcharging.

iPhone 16 Pro Max

Like the charging speeds, the iPhone 16 Pro Max is also the best choice for iOS for battery life. Tests revealed that the phone lasted an average of 17:17 hours during web browser testing. 

This long-lasting battery life is due to the phone’s larger battery capacity (4,685 mAh) and the chipset. The A18 Pro chip used in the 16 Pro Max is a major improvement over its predecessor, with Apple claiming it can provide the same CPU performance whilst using 20% less power.

Best Practice Phone Charging Habits

When it comes to charging and your phone’s battery life, it’s important to practice good charging habits. Not following the manufacturer’s recommended practices can lead to reduced battery life and charging capabilities.

There are a few strategies you can follow if you want to prolong your battery’s overall health and maintain optimal charging speeds. These include:

• Always use the manufacturer’s official chargers and stick to the supported watts. Going above the recommended watts can damage your phone’s battery.

• Avoid full charge cycles (going from zero to 100%). This prematurely ages the battery and puts extra stress on it.

• If you want to optimise your phone’s battery health and keep optimal battery life, aim to keep your phone between 20% and 80%. Many phones have settings that do this automatically. 

• Try to keep your phone in a cool environment, especially when you’re charging it. Heat can degrade a phone’s battery.

If you’re looking to prolong your battery life, adjusting settings for brightness and turning on power-saving mode is good for optimisation. Many phones also have the option to reduce screen resolution, which can help prolong battery life.

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We pride ourselves on having the best prices, so if you find a better deal elsewhere on a refurbished product, we’ll beat it by $10* (terms and conditions apply). Our devices also come with a free 12-month warranty and a 30-day risk-free return policy, so you can shop with confidence.

All the phones we sell go through an extensive 72-point refurbishment process, where the device is inspected and restored by a qualified technician. During this process, the phone’s battery is also checked as part of our ‘battery life guarantee’ to ensure features like fast-charge are working properly and the battery health is optimal.

If you have any questions or require help finding a fast-charging smartphone with great battery life, reach out and contact us today. The OzMobiles team would love to hear from you and connect you with the right device.