What Samsung Phones Have Wireless Charging?

Wireless charging adds a level of convenience to powering up your phone. Just drop it on a pad, and it starts charging. But not all phones support this feature. If you’re a Samsung user or thinking about getting one, you might be asking: which Samsung phones can charge wirelessly? Let’s find out.

Many of Samsung’s recent and flagship smartphone models support wireless charging. This technology is typically included in their high-end Galaxy S series, Note series (before it was discontinued), and Z series foldable phones, but not usually in their more budget-friendly A series.

When I started FUMEI, wireless charging was still a bit of a novelty, slow and inconsistent. But it has come a long way, becoming a standard feature in premium smartphones. For consumers who value ease of use, simply setting their phone down to charge is a big plus. Samsung, being one of the leading smartphone manufacturers, was an early adopter and continues to integrate wireless charging into its top-tier devices. They primarily use the Qi standard, which is the most widely adopted wireless charging standard globally, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of wireless chargers, including those we design at FUMEI. While wired charging is still typically faster, the convenience of wireless charging for topping up throughout the day is undeniable. Knowing which models have this capability is important if it’s a feature you’re looking for in your next phone.

Which Samsung Galaxy S Series Phones Support Wireless Charging?

The Galaxy S series is Samsung’s main flagship line, known for its cutting-edge features. Does every phone in this premium lineup come with the ability to charge wirelessly? Let’s explore which models have this feature.

Samsung has included wireless charging capabilities in most of its Galaxy S series flagship phones starting from the Galaxy S6. This feature is standard across the premium models in the S lineup, such as the base model, the Plus variants, and the Ultra versions.

The adoption of wireless charging in the Galaxy S series marked a significant step in making this technology mainstream. Beginning with the Galaxy S6, Samsung consistently built wireless charging into their S-series flagships. This includes all subsequent main models: the S7, S8, S9, S10, S20, S21, S22, S23, and the latest S24 series. All variants within these series – like the S10e, S10+, S20 FE, S21 Ultra, S22+, S23 Ultra, and S24+ – also typically include wireless charging. Samsung often enhances this feature with faster wireless charging speeds in newer models and introduced features like Wireless PowerShare (Reverse Wireless Charging), allowing the phone itself to wirelessly charge other compatible devices like earbuds or smartwatches. This consistent inclusion in the S series solidifies wireless charging as a premium feature expected by consumers of high-end phones. If you are considering a Galaxy S series phone, especially from the S6 onwards, you can be quite confident it will support wireless charging.

Galaxy S Series Models with Wireless Charging

Here is a list of the main Galaxy S series generations and variants that support wireless charging:

• Galaxy S6 series: S6, S6 Edge, S6 Edge Plus
• Galaxy S7 series: S7, S7 Edge
• Galaxy S8 series: S8, S8+
• Galaxy S9 series: S9, S9+
• Galaxy S10 series: S10e, S10, S10+, S10 5G
• Galaxy S20 series: S20, S20+, S20 Ultra, S20 FE
• Galaxy S21 series: S21, S21+, S21 Ultra, S21 FE
• Galaxy S22 series: S22, S22+, S22 Ultra
• Galaxy S23 series: S23, S23+, S23 Ultra
• Galaxy S24 series: S24, S24+, S24 Ultra

It’s worth noting that while these phones support wireless charging, the speed can vary between models and depends on the wireless charger’s capabilities. Newer models generally support faster wireless charging wattages. Always use a Qi-certified wireless charger for safety and optimal performance.

Here’s a summary of S series wireless charging support:

If you’re looking for wireless charging in a Galaxy S phone, models from the S6 onwards are your best bet.

Do Samsung Galaxy Note and Z Series Phones Support Wireless Charging?

Samsung’s other premium lines, the Note series (focused on productivity with the S Pen) and the innovative Z series (foldable phones), cater to slightly different user bases but are also high-end devices. Do these lines also come equipped with the convenience of wireless charging? Let’s see about the Note and Z series.

Yes, like the Galaxy S series, most of Samsung’s premium Galaxy Note series phones (before its integration into the S Ultra line) and all of the Galaxy Z series foldable phones support wireless charging, reflecting their status as flagship devices.

The Galaxy Note series¹ was another platform where Samsung consistently implemented premium features, including wireless charging. Starting from the Galaxy Note 5, wireless charging became a standard feature in the Note lineup, continuing through the Note 8, Note 9, Note 10 series, and the final Note 20 series. The Note series also benefited from faster wireless charging speeds as the technology improved, mirroring the advancements in the S series and also gaining the Wireless PowerShare feature. With the evolution of Samsung’s product lines, the Note series features, particularly the S Pen and premium performance, were integrated into the Galaxy S Ultra models starting with the S22 Ultra. As for the revolutionary Galaxy Z series, which includes the Galaxy Z Fold (book-style foldables) and Galaxy Z Flip (clamshell foldables), wireless charging has been a core feature from their initial releases. The Galaxy Z Fold 1, Fold 2, Fold 3, Fold 4, Fold 5, and all Z Flip models (Flip, Flip 5G, Flip 3, Flip 4, Flip 5) support wireless charging² and often Wireless PowerShare. This makes sense, as these are premium, high-tech devices where consumers expect cutting-edge features.

Wireless Charging in Note and Z Series

Here’s a look at the Note and Z series models that include wireless charging:

• Galaxy Note series:
  • Note 5
  • Note 8
  • Note 9
  • Note 10, Note 10+, Note 10 5G
  • Note 20, Note 20 Ultra
• Galaxy Z Fold series:
  • Galaxy Fold (Fold 1)
  • Galaxy Z Fold 2
  • Galaxy Z Fold 3
  • Galaxy Z Fold 4
  • Galaxy Z Fold 5
• Galaxy Z Flip series:
  • Galaxy Z Flip
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5G
  • Galaxy Z Flip 3
  • Galaxy Z Flip 4
  • Galaxy Z Flip 5

For anyone considering a Note or Z series phone, wireless charging is a feature you can expect to have for added convenience.

Here’s a summary of Note and Z series wireless charging support:

Wireless charging is a consistent premium feature across Samsung’s flagship lines.

What About Samsung’s A Series and Other Models?

Samsung also offers a wide range of mid-range and budget-friendly phones, primarily under the Galaxy A series. These phones provide great value but sometimes omit certain high-end features to keep costs down. Do any of these more accessible models come with wireless charging, or is it strictly for the flagships? Let’s explore the A series and other Samsung lines.

Generally, Samsung’s more budget-oriented Galaxy A series and other non-flagship models do not include wireless charging capabilities. This feature is typically reserved for their premium S, Note (older), and Z series phones as a way to differentiate the product tiers.

The decision to include or exclude features like wireless charging is often based on product segmentation and cost. Wireless charging adds components and complexity to a phone’s design, which increases manufacturing costs. For the Galaxy A series³, which focuses on delivering key smartphone features at a more accessible price point, including wireless charging would likely raise the price, making it less competitive in its market segment. While the A series offers excellent displays, cameras, and battery life for its price range, advanced features like high-speed wireless charging, reverse wireless charging, or sometimes even high water resistance ratings are usually left out. This helps Samsung maintain a clear distinction between their premium flagships and their more affordable offerings. There might be exceptions in the future as technology becomes cheaper, but currently, if wireless charging is a must-have feature for you in a Samsung phone, you should focus your search on the Galaxy S, Note (used), or Z series.

Features Typically Found in Galaxy A Series (and why wireless charging is often excluded)

The Galaxy A series offers a lot for the money, but makes strategic omissions.

• Focus on Core Features: Strong emphasis on good cameras, large displays, and long battery life.
• Wired Charging: They support wired fast charging, but typically not at the absolute fastest speeds found in flagships.
• Build Materials: Often use plastic instead of premium glass and metal found in flagships (though quality is improving).
• Processor Power: Use capable processors, but usually not the absolute latest or most powerful chips.
• Wireless Charging Hardware: The coils and associated circuitry for wireless charging are additional components that increase cost and thickness, making them less suitable for a budget-focused design.

While the A series provides fantastic value and covers the essential needs for most consumers, wireless charging remains a feature that you usually have to step up to Samsung’s flagship lines to get.

Here’s a summary of wireless charging support outside the main flagships:

If wireless charging is a key feature for you, the Galaxy A series is likely not the right choice.

Conclusion

Many Samsung phones support wireless charging, primarily found in their flagship Galaxy S series (from S6 onwards), Galaxy Note series (from Note 5 onwards), and all Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip models. This feature is generally not included in the more budget-friendly Galaxy A series or other non-flagship models.