Pixel 8 Phones Charge Faster But Don't Quite Hit Claimed Speeds

Pixel 8 and 8 Pro charge faster and hold higher speeds longer, staying above 20W until 80% charge vs 72% on Pixel 7.

Pixel 8 fully charged in 77 mins, down from 100 mins on Pixel 7. Pixel 8 Pro charged in 79 mins, down from 101.

Faster charging aims to balance battery life, longevity, and speed. Minimizes degradation.

Pixel 8 and 8 Pro charge a couple degrees hotter than predecessors, around 38C. Heat affects speeds.

Peak charging power was just under 25W on Pixel 8 and around 27W on 8 Pro, shy of Google's claims. Testing variables play a role.