Do You Need a 45W Charger for the Galaxy S26 Ultra? (2026)

Galaxy phones don't include a charger in the box. The Galaxy S26 Ultra and S26+ support Super Fast Charging 2.0 at up to 45W — but you only get it with a compatible adapter and a 5A cable.

25W vs 45W

• 25W is the standard Samsung fast charger and works with every recent Galaxy phone.
• 45W charges supported models noticeably faster in the first part of the charge — useful when you need a quick top-up before leaving.

What you need for 45W

1. A 45W USB-C PD/PPS adapter — such as the Samsung 45W Power Adapter
2. A 5A USB-C to USB-C cable — the Samsung 45W adapter includes one

Is it worth it?

If you own a Galaxy S26 Ultra or S26+, yes — the 45W adapter is the fastest way to charge it, and it also fast-charges laptops and tablets over USB-C. For the standard Galaxy S26, a 25W charger is enough.

You can get the genuine Samsung 45W adapter in our outlet, open box at half the official price — and the Galaxy S26 Ultra itself too.