The highly anticipated Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, positioned as the successor to the Galaxy S25 Ultra, is reportedly in advanced development. Recent leaks have strongly suggested that this flagship device, expected next year, will bring several enhancements, including a notable upgrade to its charging capabilities. A prominent tipster has recently supported these claims, indicating that the new Ultra model will boast a charging speed that’s 33 percent faster than its current-generation counterpart. This would mark a significant shift for Samsung, potentially moving beyond the 45W charging standard that has been a staple since the Galaxy S22 Ultra’s debut in 2022.
Anticipated Charging Specifications for the Galaxy S26 Ultra
According to prolific tipster ‘PhoneArt’ (also known as UniverseIce), the charging specifications for the rumored Galaxy S26 Ultra remain consistent with earlier predictions. The device is still anticipated to feature robust 60W wired fast charging support.
Tipster PhoneArt (UniverseIce) publicly stated: ‘Confirm again that the specifications of Galaxy S26 Ultra 60w are unchanged, not 45w.’ (September 23, 2025)
This recent confirmation follows an earlier appearance of the Galaxy S26 Ultra (model SM-S9480), alongside the Galaxy S26 Pro (SM-S9470) and the standard Galaxy S26 (SM-S9420), on China’s Compulsory Certification (3C) website. That particular listing, however, had suggested a 45W wired fast charging capability for the ‘Ultra’ model, directly conflicting with these newer and older rumors of higher speeds.
Should the latest tipster information prove accurate, consumers could finally experience faster charging speeds on the Galaxy S26 Ultra next year. Conversely, the 3C listing indicates that the Galaxy S26 Edge and the standard Galaxy S26 models are expected to maintain the existing 25W charging support seen in current versions.
Despite potential charging improvements, reports suggest that the battery capacity will likely remain consistent. The upcoming handset is projected to feature a 5,000mAh battery, mirroring the Galaxy S25 Ultra. This capacity has, notably, been a standard for Samsung’s Ultra models since the introduction of the Galaxy S20 Ultra in 2020.
Interestingly, even without an increase in battery size, Samsung has consistently enhanced the battery life of its Ultra series with each new generation. For instance, in an HD video loop test, the Galaxy S24 Ultra achieved 23 hours and 2 minutes of usage. Its successor, the Galaxy S25 Ultra, further extended this to an impressive 27 hours and 34 minutes, demonstrating significant advancements in power efficiency.