Galaxy S27 series will disappoint: Samsung refuses to back down
While charging speeds were criticized in the Galaxy S26, Samsung seems unlikely to change its stance next year either. Recent reports indicate that the Galaxy S27 series will not receive a major upgrade in charging.
One of the most criticized aspects of the Galaxy S26 series was the absence of expected fast charging support. It appears Samsung will continue this approach with the Galaxy S27 family as well.
Samsung's Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+ models were certified in China in May. The listing stated that the models carry model numbers SM-S9520 and SM-S9560 respectively, and that they will retain the charging speeds of previous generations.
Now, a new certification published by Denmark's Electrical Equipment Control organization DEMKO has emerged. In this record, first spotted by Android Treasure and reported by GSMArena, values of 9V DC and 2.77A are listed for the Galaxy S27. This means a maximum wired charging speed of approximately 25W.
Galaxy S27 Charging Speed May Not Meet Expectations
This value may seem acceptable for the 4,300 mAh battery in the Galaxy S26. However, Samsung increased the charging speed to 45W on the Plus and Ultra models. This suggests the company may view the difference largely as a choice stemming from the base model's smaller battery.
Why is there no progress in charging speed?
The main issue is that Samsung has been using the same charging specification since the Galaxy S20, making almost no progress across several hardware cycles. Even Google, known for offering fewer hardware upgrades, delivered a modest increase in both wired and wireless charging on the Pixel 11. This situation leaves Samsung with little justification for not upgrading the charging side on the Galaxy S27.
Sources also state that the Galaxy S27 may retain 15W wireless charging. In that case, the base model will remain at the bottom tier of flagship rankings.
The gap between base model and Ultra may widen
Apart from charging, the base Galaxy S27 is reported to come with a flat-edged frame and protruding camera lenses like the Galaxy S26. According to information based on new certifications, the Galaxy S27 Ultra is expected to carry a much larger 5,700 mAh battery and receive a redesigned rear camera module similar to the iPhone 18 Pro. If this happens, the base Galaxy S27 could fall into an even more disadvantaged position than the Galaxy S26.
What does this mean for the user?
This information is not an official statement yet, but certification records typically provide key clues about device specifications. If a user is considering the base Galaxy S27 model, comparing its charging speed with a Plus or Ultra model may be necessary. According to a South Korean leak source, Samsung could accelerate the Galaxy S27 launch, with the device arriving in late January 2027 or early February 2027. Waiting for the official announcement remains the most reliable way to obtain accurate information on charging speed and battery capacity.
This article was translated from Turkish. Read the original article in Turkish.
