Best USB-C charger: Fastest phone chargers for Android and iPhone in 2025

Fast charging has completely revolutionized the way we use our smart devices, and this is largely thanks to USB-C. Today, it's possible to charge massive batteries, like 6,000mAh in smartphones, in under 30 minutes! But charging at the fastest speed also requires the right power adapter. Apart from phones, laptops, powerbanks, and many other accessories do support fast charging, so it's important to have a charger than can handle some or all of your devices.

Since there are hundreds and thousands of charger options out there, choosing the one right can seem overwhelming. No matter, because we have selected the best 30W, 45W, 65W, and even higher wattage USB-C chargers in this guide. If you're worried about fast charging hurting your phone battery then you shouldn't really, as long as you match the right power adapter with your device and don't overcharge it.

So, the next time you want to charge your phone to 100% or just enough until you get home, here are some great options.

So what are the best fast USB-C phone chargers?

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Of charging speeds, ports, and cables: How to pick the best phone charger

There are a lot of features and priorities to try and juggle when picking the fastest phone charger, but here's the easiest way to narrow down your search quickly: How many devices do you need to charge at one time? If you only need something to plug your phone into the wall, grab the Anker 511 Nano 3 or Samsung 45W USB-C Fast Charger and get on with your day. Both are super-small and durable, and they should last you through at least two phones, so long as you don't yeet 'em out a window or step on one accidentally. Anker has color choices and foldable prongs, while Samsung throws in a cable, so both are winners.

But what about if you consistently need to charge your phone and laptop? What if you need to charge your phone and your smartwatch? Are there any music addicts like me who need to recharge their earbuds every night? That's where a great charger with two or more ports changes the game. The four-port 120W charger from Spigen and any of UGREEN's multi-ported Nexode chargers are good options with plenty of ports and power to charge a laptop, phone, tablet, and Bluetooth speaker simultaneously.

Don't buy an overpowered charger unless you have devices that support that charging speed. For example, a 65W USB-C charger is wasted on a Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra, because it only supports a top speed of 45W. Of course, the same doesn't apply if you plan on using the same charger to top up your laptop and phone. All laptops and Chromebooks that charge via USB-C require at least 65W chargers or higher. Somthing like the Acefast Z4 218W should be able to easily fast charge your laptop and phone at the same time.

Next, make sure you check your phone's charging profile and match it with the charger you buy. Luckily, brands like Anker, UGREEN, and Baseus always add support for Apple, Samsung, and Google's fast-charging profiles. If you don't ensure this, your phone might not get the max possible charging speed even if the wattage on the charger, the cable, and your phone match.

And speaking of cables, not all USB-C cables are created equal. Be sure to grab a 5A or higher USB-C cable for chargers over 60W. Likewise, you need 100W USB-C cables for 100W chargers. Without the right cable, you might not be able to tap into your phone or laptop's maximum possible wired charging speed.

Invest in a powerful USB-C power bank

While expanding your charging collection, consider that a wall charger can't do you any good if there's nowhere to plug in while you're walking around a theme park or stuck in economy on a cross-country flight. Instead, a good power bank is the perfect companion to your new wall charger, and reliable USB-C power banks have never been more affordable. They're a great way to top up any of the best Android phones!

In my travel backpack, I always bring along a wall charger with multiple ports (both USB-C and USB-A) and several charging banks. Don't forget: you'll need a port on that handy wall charger to power up the charging bank, too! The bottom line is to invest sufficiently in the fastest phone charger money to buy to get the most use out of it.

Namerah Saud Fatmi
Senior Editor — Accessories

Namerah enjoys geeking out over accessories, gadgets, and all sorts of smart tech. She spends her time guzzling coffee, writing, casual gaming, and cuddling with her furry best friends. Find her on Twitter @NamerahS.

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