Samsung Galaxy S26 Pro and S26 Edge may disappoint with unchanged 25W charging

Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup is stirring debate before its official debut, and not in the way fans had hoped. While many expected meaningful leaps in performance and convenience, recent leaks suggest that charging technology might remain stuck in the past. According to reliable tipster Ice Universe, also known as PhoneArt on X, both the Galaxy S26 Pro and the Galaxy S26 Edge will support just 25W wired charging – the same rate seen on the Galaxy S25 series.

This revelation comes as a shock, especially after earlier reports hinted that at least the Pro model could adopt 45W charging.

If true, this is likely to disappoint long-time Samsung loyalists. A phone branded as “Pro” in 2025 retaining technology that feels more suited to 2019 inevitably raises eyebrows. The S26 Pro is rumored to include a 4,300 mAh battery, while the slightly smaller S26 Edge may carry a 4,200 mAh cell. Capacity increases are modest, but without faster charging, users could be stuck waiting over an hour for a full top-up. Comparisons to rivals only make the situation starker: Apple’s iPhone 17, for example, now supports 40W charging, leaving Samsung lagging behind in one of the most noticeable aspects of daily use.

It’s worth noting that the Galaxy S26 Pro is expected to replace the standard Galaxy S model, and the S26 Edge will take the place of the former “Plus” variant. Samsung’s Ultra model, however, may remain the real flagship for enthusiasts, potentially offering more advanced hardware across the board. But for those who preferred the Pro or Edge tier as a sweet spot of price and performance, the lack of progress in charging speeds could sour the experience.

Some users have tried to defend Samsung’s decision, pointing out that slower charging is generally safer and less stressful on batteries in the long run. Others, however, argue that the difference between 25W and 45W in Samsung’s ecosystem has always been underwhelming, so the company might simply be avoiding marketing hype. Still, when competitors are pushing toward 40W, 60W, and even higher charging speeds, sticking with 25W feels less like caution and more like complacency.

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 lineup will reportedly consist of three models: the Galaxy S26 Pro, Galaxy S26 Edge, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra. As always, the Ultra is expected to carry the bleeding-edge features – but for the wider audience that buys the mid-tier flagships, these decisions could shape overall perception of the brand’s innovation. For many fans, the hope is that Samsung still has a surprise in store when the series is officially announced.