Why Is Your Phone Charging So Slowly?
If your phone takes more than 2 hours to fully charge, something is wrong. It is either your charger, your cable, or how you are charging. Here are 7 proven ways to charge your phone faster — tested in Pakistani conditions.
7 Ways to Charge Your Phone Faster in Pakistan
1. Use a Fast Charger (Most Important)
The single biggest factor in charging speed is your charger's wattage. If you are still using the 5W or 10W charger that came in the box, you are charging at a fraction of your phone's potential speed.
Most phones sold in Pakistan since 2020 support at least 18W fast charging. The FastVolt 22.5W charger delivers over 4x the speed of a standard charger and costs less than Rs 5,000.
2. Check Your Cable — It Matters as Much as the Charger
A fast charger connected to a cheap PKR 100 cable from a local market will not fast charge. Cheap cables have thin copper wiring that cannot carry the current needed for fast charging. Always use a quality cable rated for your charger's output.
3. Turn on Airplane Mode While Charging
Your phone uses power continuously for calls, data, notifications, and background apps. Turning on Airplane Mode during a quick charge session can cut your charge time by 20 to 30%.
4. Switch Off the Phone Completely
Even faster than Airplane Mode — turning your phone off completely while charging reduces power consumption to near zero and maximises charging speed.
5. Do Not Use Your Phone While Charging
Using your phone — especially for gaming, video calls, or navigation — while charging slows it down significantly and generates heat that further degrades charging speed.
6. Remove Your Phone Case
Thick phone cases trap heat during charging. Heat slows down charging speed and damages battery health over time. In Pakistan's climate especially, removing the case during a fast charge session makes a real difference.
7. Use a Wall Socket, Not a Power Bank or Computer
Charging via USB from a laptop or computer delivers only 2.5W to 5W — dramatically slower than a wall fast charger. Power banks also typically charge at lower speeds than wall chargers. Always use a wall socket with a quality fast charger for the fastest possible charge.
Quick Comparison: Charging Speed by Method
| Method | Approximate Speed |
|---|---|
| USB from laptop | 2.5W — very slow |
| Original box charger (5W) | 5W — slow |
| 18W fast charger | 18W — fast |
| FastVolt 22.5W | 22.5W — very fast |
| FastVolt 65W (laptops) | 65W — extremely fast |
The Bottom Line
The fastest improvement you can make is upgrading to a proper fast charger and quality cable. The FastVolt 2-in-1 Retractable Fast Charger covers both in one product — available with free shipping and cash on delivery across Pakistan.