The best Samsung Galaxy S23 chargers

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series is here to add some excitement to the Android flagship space. Samsung puts its best foot forward with the S series, and with the Galaxy S23, Galaxy S23 Plus, and Galaxy S23 Ultra, you get all the practicality and performance you need from a modern-day smartphone. But there is one thing missing from the package: a charger. Samsung doesn’t include a charging adapter in its phone boxes, so you will need to buy one separately. Here are our recommendations for the best chargers you can buy for the Galaxy S23 series!

What you need to know about Galaxy S23 charging

Samsung says the Galaxy S23 supports “Super fast charging,” while the Galaxy S23 Plus and the Galaxy S23 Ultra support “Super fast charging 2.0.” This means that the vanilla S23 supports only up to 25W fast charging, while the S23 Plus and S23 Ultra can go up to 45W fast charging. Samsung’s charging tech is based on the USB Power Delivery specification, so you can rely on third-party chargers that support the standard.

But there’s some twist in the tale that you should be aware of. While the numbers would indicate that 45W is significantly better than 25W charging, there has been some discrepancy with how Samsung’s 45W charging actually performs beyond the spec sheet. On the Galaxy S22 series, 45W charging was just marginally better than 25W charging, saving only a few minutes and not completely justifying the need to purchase a 45W charger if you already have a 25W brick. We’ll be running extensive tests on the Galaxy S23 series soon to confirm if it exhibits the same behavior and will then update this post with all the details.

For wireless charging, the Galaxy S23 series supports “Fast wireless charging 2.0,” which can reach 15W charging but only with Samsung’s proprietary chargers that have an active cooling fan in them. The phones do support the Qi specification for up to 10W charging — that is the maximum you will get with third-party wireless chargers.

The Galaxy S23 series also supports “Wireless PowerShare,” which is just another way of saying that the S23 series supports reverse wireless charging up to 4.5W — you can use this feature to charge other wireless devices like earbuds through your phone.

No, the Galaxy S23 series does not come with a charger in the box

As mentioned before, Samsung stopped bundling chargers in its phone starting with the Galaxy S21 series in order to “minimize the impact the products have on the environment.” Many users may already have a charger from their previous devices that may work just fine. But plenty of others will need to purchase a charger.

If you belong to the second camp, you need to decide how much power you need: 25W or 45W, or something even beyond. As a thumb rule, more power is better for versatility and future-proofing. But to deliver more power, you need better tech and hence have to pay a higher price.

Galaxy S23 buyers can choose to stick with a 25W charger. For Galaxy S23 Plus and Galaxy S23 Ultra owners, we would recommend opting for a 45W charger as it will give you versatility across your other devices. For instance, lower-power requirement laptops like the Dell XPS 13 also charge via 45W USB Power Delivery, so you can purchase one charger that can charge your phone as well as your laptop. Even the newer Macbook Air will do fine with a 45W charger, although its fastest charging capability is 67W. So, assess your needs before making a purchase.

Samsung recommends its 45W SuperFast Charging 2.0 travel adapter as the ideal choice for use with the Galaxy S23 series. While the Galaxy S23 will remain restricted to the upper limit of 25W, the S23 Plus and the S23 Ultra will theoretically enjoy faster 45W charging. Thanks to its support for 45W USB PD PPS, you can also use the same charging brick to charge tablets and even lower-powered laptops like the Dell XPS 13. The box also includes a compatible USB-C to USB-C cable, which is always good to have.

If you have just about $20 to spend on a charger and want something no-nonsense that gets the job done, then this Tecknet 45W charger is worth a look. While the brand may not be very recognizable, it has received plenty of good reviews on Amazon for this GaN charger. It comes with dual USB-C ports that pump out a total of 45W. You can use just the top port for a full 45W fast charge for your Galaxy S23 Plus and S23 Ultra or use both ports simultaneously for a split 25W+20W charging on two devices.

Note that there is no USB cable included, so you will have to use your own. Samsung provides you with one in the Galaxy S23 series box, so this charger comes out on top as a great recommendation.

If you want to stick to reputable brands only, Anker has a few chargers for you. The one you should be looking at for the Galaxy S23 Plus and S23 Ultra is the 45W Anker 713 Nano 2 charger. This is one of the smallest GaN chargers available with 45W USB PD support, so it works out well for people who dislike bulky chargers.

The pricing for this is a bit high, but Anker provides an 18-month warranty on it, so you can have more peace of mind with your purchase. There is no USB cable included, so use the one that comes in the S23 box.

The Spigen ArcStation Pro 45W charger slots into the middle of the other options we’ve presented so far. With this, you get a balanced mix of size, practicality, price, and brand goodwill. The ArcStation Pro 45W is not the smallest charger on this list, but it is still compact enough to carry around in your bag.

Unlike the others on this list, the Spigen ArcStation Pro 45W is available in black and white color options. It also comes with a color-matched USB-C to USB-C cable.

Samsung’s 25W charger (model number: TA-800) used to be the default in a lot of phones when the company used to keep the charger bundled in. And that’s for good reason because it is a great option for phones that cap out at 25W with support for USB Power Delivery.

Since this is an official Samsung product with a one-year warranty, pricing is expectedly on the higher side. Samsung attempts to sweeten the deal by including a compatible USB-C to USB-C cable. You can also opt for third-party alternatives mentioned in this list without any real disadvantage.

If you have a Galaxy S23 and you want a multiport charger with both USB-A and USB-C ports, then this is a good choice. The top USB-C port can output 30W, which is perfect for your Galaxy S23. The bottom USB-A port can output 18W, which is great for charging accessories like your earbuds, your smartwatch, or even your iPhone. Note that the charger maxes out at 30W, splitting it between both ports if you use them simultaneously.

If you aren’t too keen on a USB-A port, then you should purchase the Tecknet 45W USB PD Dual Port charger that we mention above, as it comes out at about the same price and has better charging capabilities.

The Anker 511 Nano 3 travel adapter is the absolute smallest charger in this recommendation list, thanks to its use of GaN tech. Don’t be fooled by its size, though, as this charger still supports up to 30W USB Power Delivery through its singular USB-C port. If you need something small and powerful for your Galaxy S23, this is a great choice.

This Anker charger comes in at a little over $20, making it fairly affordable if your needs are met with 30W of power. You can get it in five different colors. A compatible cable is not included in the package, but you can buy a color-matched cable from Anker as well.

The Spigen ArcStation Pro 27W is one of the cheapest chargers on this recommendation list if you are an Amazon Prime customer. This usually retails for $25, but Prime users can pick it up for $20. It’s a great product at either price. It is also a very small charger, and you can easily carry it in your laptop bag or travel pouch.

The Spigen ArcStation Pro 27W supports 27W USB PD and 25W USB PD PPS, meaning it is a great match for the Galaxy S23. You’d need your own USB-C to USB-C cable, as this does not include one in the box.

Best wireless chargers for the Galaxy S23 series

Since all three devices in the Galaxy S23 series support the same wireless charging specification, you can pick any of the options below, irrespective of your phone model. However, you will get the best results (15W) with Samsung’s proprietary wireless chargers only. Wireless chargers on the Qi specification will max out at 10W charging on the Galaxy S23 series.

Samsung’s Wireless Charger Fast Charge Pad (2022) is the officially recommended wireless charging pad for the Galaxy S23 series. However, it is priced at a premium — a price that is difficult to digest. Samsung includes its 25W fast-charging travel adapter and the compatible USB cable in the package, so you can get going right after unboxing.

This wireless charger outputs 15W of power wirelessly to most of Samsung’s recent flagships, including the Galaxy S23 series. Other Qi-compatible smartphones and accessories will max out at 10W. The charger sports a built-in cooling fan and an LED charging indicator.

Samsung’s official charger is very expensive, and not everyone can drop that much money for it. If you want a cheaper solution and are okay with maxing out at 10W, then the Iniu 15W wireless charger is our recommendation.

The stand design props up your smartphone on your desk, which can be a desirable trait. However, a con of the design is that large camera modules can increase the gap between the stand and your smartphone, decreasing charging efficiency. Still, it is a good third-party solution. The wireless charger has a USB-C port, and the box includes a USB-A to USB-C cable.

That wraps up our recommendations for the best Galaxy S23 chargers. Hope you found the right charger for your budget and needs!