“Samsung Galaxy S23 not Fast Charging: [8 Fixes]”

Introduction

I remember the moment clearly: my brand-new Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, the pinnacle of the Samsung community’s dreams, and yet, there I was, staring at the screen as the battery icon crawled languidly. The super fast charge promise, which had swayed me to upgrade, now mocked me with its absence. Fast charging not working on a premium device felt personal; wasn’t this phone supposed to be my daily powerhouse? As I plugged and unplugged the charger, hoping for a miracle, I realized this was an issue many faced. I’ve been there, frustrated and waiting. But don’t worry—we’re going to fix this together.

Sometimes the problem is not with fast charging, the problem might be with the battery, if that’s the case refer to this article: “Samsung Galaxy S23 Battery Drain Issue”

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Pre-Fix Checklist

1. Ensure you are using the official Samsung 45W super fast charger and cable. Third-party accessories may not properly support fast charging. 
2. Check that your device software is fully up to date via Settings > Software update. Outdated software can prevent fast charging from working.

With that out of the way, let’s get into the step-by-step fixes.

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Samsung Galaxy S23 not Fast Charging: [8 Fixes]

1. Inspect the Power Source

First, take a closer look at your power source. Examine the wall outlet, power strip, or portable charger you are using. Here’s what to look for:

• Faulty wiring or loose connections can impact charging speed. Try another outlet.
• Some third-party power banks do not properly support 45W fast charging. Use the official Samsung portable charger if possible.

If the issue persists when using different power sources, move on to the next fixes.

2. Examine the Charging Cable and Adapter

Carefully inspect your Samsung 45W super fast charger and USB-C cable for any damage. Frayed/broken cables or bent/broken charger pins can prevent proper fast charging.

Also, avoid using third-party chargers even if they claim 45W or higher output. The Galaxy S23 is optimized for Samsung’s 45W super fast charging standard. 

3. Restart Your Samsung Galaxy S23

At times, the fastest path to problem-solving is the simplest one. An unexpected software hiccup can hinder your Galaxy S23’s ability to charge at full throttle. Fortunately, a system restart often acts as a swift remedy.

4. Check the Charging Port  

Debris buildup or damage in the USB-C port can prevent proper electrical connections needed for fast charging. Use a toothpick to gently remove any gunk from the USB-C port. If, upon inspection, the port shows signs of damage, or if your charging woes persist post-cleanup, seek out professional repair services. At this junction, a port replacement might be the necessary course of action.

5. Optimize Battery Settings

Make sure Fast Charging is enabled in your battery settings:

While here, check other battery-related settings are optimized for charging speed and battery health.

6. Cool Down Your Phone

Excess heat can slow down charging speed as phones will limit power input to prevent overheating damage. If your Galaxy S23 feels hot when charging:

• Disconnect the charger and let the device cool down for 15-30 minutes. 
• Charge again in a cool, well-ventilated area.  

Avoid using the phone intensively when charging up to prevent overheating issues.

7. Enter Safe Mode to Isolate Apps Causing Issues

Sometimes third-party apps can interfere with charging. To determine if this is the case:

If the problem disappears in Safe mode, uninstall recently installed apps individually to isolate the problematic app, then charge normally again.

8: Factory Reset the Samsung Galaxy S23 

If all else fails, backup your data and perform a factory reset to wipe out software issues preventing fast charging. 

Here are the steps:

A clean software install should allow fast charging to work again if software corruption is the culprit.

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What to Do if Nothing Works

If you have tried all troubleshooting steps and fast charging is still not working on your Galaxy S23, contact Samsung Support or visit a Samsung-authorized repair center for assistance. you can also visit the Samsung community forum to check if others are facing the same issues, if that is the case there might be a software glitch which will be solved by the Samsung team. Technicians can diagnose hardware-related charging issues and provide warranty, repair, and replacement options if needed.

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Conclusion

I hope this guide has helped you get the Samsung Galaxy S23 fast charging working again through one of these software tweaks or hardware fixes. Using the proper 45W Samsung super fast charger and cable along with optimized settings can allow you to fully charge your S23 device within an hour or less. Let me know in the comments if you have any other tips for resolving Galaxy S23 charging problems!

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