Can you charge a Galaxy S26 with an Apple 5W USB-A?
Worked out from the manufacturers’ specifications. Have a different charger? Pick it below the answer.
It charges, but at about 5 W instead of the 25 W the Galaxy S26 can take.
Estimated from the manufacturer’s stated fast-charge time, with the device idle.
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How long to 50% with each charger
Shorter bar is faster. The highlighted row is the charger on this page.
Want it faster?
Full speed needs 25 W or more with PPS. These chargers get there:
Galaxy S26 charging specs
- Fast charging needs
- 25 W + PPS
- Max input (approx.)
- 25 W
- Battery
- 4,300 mAh
- Apple 5W USB-A
- 5 W · USB-A
Sources: Samsung: Compare Galaxy S26, S26+, S26 Ultra · Belkin: Galaxy S26 charging guide · Samsung Newsroom: Galaxy S26 series announcement · Samsung: Enable fast charging (PPS requirement) · Apple: About Apple USB power adapters. Checked 2026-10-17.
Quick answers
Is it safe to charge the Galaxy S26 with the Apple 5W USB-A?
Yes, but it is a basic 5V USB-A charger without Power Delivery, so it can only deliver a few watts.
How many watts does the Galaxy S26 need for fast charging?
25 W or more, from a USB-C PD charger that supports PPS. Super Fast Charging needs a USB PD charger with PPS.
How long does the Galaxy S26 take to charge with the Apple 5W USB-A?
About 1 h 10 min to 50% and 2 h 55 min to full, estimated with the device idle.