Xiaomi 80W wireless charging is moving from the lab toward real products, and it could change how quickly you top up your phone. The Chinese smartphone maker is preparing to begin mass production of 80W wireless charging technology, a system the company says can fully charge a phone in just 19 minutes. Once ready, it is expected to power upcoming Xiaomi devices, including smartphones and laptops.
Fast charging and wireless charging have become must-have features for many buyers, and Xiaomi is pushing hard to lead on both fronts. Here is what the source details reveal so far.
What Xiaomi 80W wireless charging promises
Xiaomi first showcased its 80W wireless charging technology in October last year. According to the company, the system can deliver a full charge to a phone in just 19 minutes. The setup relies on a special charging stand designed to hold the smartphone in place.
For context, Xiaomi currently offers 50W fast charging on flagship phones such as the Xiaomi Mi 10 Ultra and the recently launched Xiaomi Mi 11. The move to 80W marks a significant step up for the company's top-tier devices.
Key details at a glance
- 80W wireless charging fully charges a phone in 19 minutes.
- The technology was first showcased in October last year.
- A dedicated stand holds the smartphone during charging.
- Current Xiaomi flagships, including the Mi 10 Ultra and Mi 11, use 50W fast charging.
Mass production and the road ahead
A popular tipster recently revealed that Xiaomi is testing an upcoming flagship smartphone equipped with 80W wireless charging technology. Mass production is expected to begin soon, once the device clears the verification process.
It is not yet confirmed whether this particular upcoming phone will ship with 80W fast charging. Xiaomi is set to launch its flagship Xiaomi Mi 11 Pro in February.
Xiaomi is far from alone in this race. Samsung, Apple, Vivo, Oppo, OnePlus, Huawei, Honor, Motorola and many other companies are all working to develop their own fast charging technologies as demand for quicker, more convenient charging continues to grow.
