The good news is that you’ve got Google’s shiny new Pixel Fold. The bad news (and the reason you’re probably coming to us for some help) is that it does not come with a charger in the box. So, if you’re looking to pick up a charger for your shiny new foldable, we’ve got some tips for you.
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Namely, we’ve got charger suggestions if you’re looking for a wall adapter, power bank, or wireless charging stand. We might even have a cheeky extra product pick that will help you string together a proper power kit for your new Fold.
Best Pixel Fold chargers: Our top choices
Anker 511 Charger (Nano 3, 30W)
1. Best overall Pixel Fold charger
Small and has it all
It comes in five colors, the prongs folds into the body, and it’s oh so small because of the highly-efficient Gallium Nitride guts inside of it. Anker’s 30W Nano 3 adapter delivers all the power your new phone needs and then some.
- Portable size
- Many color options
- uses GaN
This is our go-to charger for people who just need to be able to juice up their phone on a break during their long days. Measuring well under 2 cubic inches, you can pop the Nano 3 into a pocket or bag and then bring it out to the office or train station for a power up.
It’s one of many wall chargers to utilize gallium nitride – this material replaces quartz in transistors and is way more efficient. You can learn more about GaN in our explainer piece on the topic.
Spigen ArcStation Pro GaN 452 Dual Port USB-C Wall Charger
2. Best multi-device charger for Pixel Fold
Room for two
Not as small, but still tiny compared to what it could be, this wall wart from Spigen gets you 45W – if you’ve got two devices, plug your Pixel Fold into the top port for 25W. Plenty of power to go around.
- Two ports
- Small and portable for multi-device
- Uses GaN
Gallium nitride also makes an appearance here in Spigen’s ArcStation Pro. This slightly larger unit can produce a total of 45W when connected to a single device or 25W for one of a pair and 20W to the other.
While the Pixel Fold technically has its wattage cap at 21W, you should be able to get appreciable charging at the maximum rate on the top port and very close to it on the bottom port if you have another phone or maybe a tablet plugged into the top port. Either way, if your device load is a bit heavier than just your Fold, the Spigen option is a good one to consider.
Monoprice AtlasFlex Series Type C cables
3. Best cable for Pixel Fold
Flexing on power
Monoprice offers Kevlar-reinforced, nylon-braided cables in its AtlasFlex series. This particular cable we’re recommending is 1 meter in length, supports USB 3.2 Gen 2 data speeds, and can feed up to 100W of power at 5A.
- Sturdy cable design
- Support for up to 100 watts/5 amps
- USB-C to USB-C connection
It might be odd for us to break up this list with a cable recommendation, but with the USB standards and the science of electricity being as complex and fiddly as they are, it’s worth considering replacing the USB 2.0 cable that was included with your Pixel Fold.
Monoprice reliably produces a whole range of electronic accessories and its AtlasFlex cable should fit the bill with support for the phone’s USB 3.2 Gen 2 spec. This means you’ll be able to transfer files much more quickly than you otherwise would.
SAMSUNG 10,000 mAh Super Fast 25W Portable Wireless Charger Charger
4. Best portable charger for Pixel Fold
Wireless power on the go
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If you pick a phone case for your Pixel Fold that supports MagSafe charging, there is a greater selection of portable MagSafe chargers out there. But when it comes to packing at least a couple of charge cycles for the Pixel Fold, this power bank with wireless charging built-in from Samsung does the trick.
- Fast charging
- Wireless or wired options
- Charges multiple device types
- Wired connection needs quality cable to perform best
This power bank can do it all. You can plug into this brick for up to 25W charging – enough for your Pixel Fold – or, if you’ve picked up a MagSafe case for your device, slap it on for some nice wireless charging action.
And with its 10,000mAh capacity, Samsung’s Super Fast Portable Wireless Charger will be able to keep your Fold charged for two full battery cycles.
Belkin Boost Up 10W Charging Stand
5. Best wireless charger for Pixel Fold
The practical choice for at home
It’s a simple Qi wireless charging stand that props up your phone for easy glancing and gives it all 7.5W that it can take.
- Easy to view
- Can act as a bedside clock or alarm
- Wireless access
- Not very portable or travel friendly
This Qi stand from Belkin is a great option to set up on your nightstand for a slow drip of power to your Pixel Fold as you sleep. Prying your eyelids open, you might be able to sneak a peek at the time or maybe some notifications as your phone tips towards 100%. It’s simple, but effective.
mophie Wireless Charging Stand+
6. Best versatile charger for Pixel Fold
Living large, and charged
Mophie’s combo wireless charging pad and stand comes in handy if you have multiple devices you want to charge without having to fuss with a cable. You also might be able to power your Pixel Fold while unfolded since the stand is set to the right of the pad.
- Phone can be unfolded during charge
- Charge multiple devices
- Unobtrusive design
Maybe you want more than just a simple charging stand. That makes the “plus” in Mophie’s Wireless Charging Stand+ a fantastic alternative. It has two wireless charging coils: one for a device that you lie flat and another on a tilted stand. Both can supply the 7.5W that the basic Qi standard allows for and that the Pixel Fold can take.
This charger, while pricier, allows for up to three devices to charge at once. You can fit earbuds, a smartwatch, and your phone within the set-up, so its versatility might be the selling point for some.
The bottom line: What’s the best Pixel Fold charger?
All of our selections here should charge the Pixel Fold at its maximum accepted rate, wired or wireless. But each product can also meet a want or need you might have in terms of portability or greater power demands. That being said, our top preference here is Anker’s Nano 3 wall charger because of its incredibly tiny size and the fact that you just don’t get a wall charger with your — take a deep breath — $1,800 (plus applicable tax) purchase.
Anker 511 Charger (Nano 3, 30W)
Editor’s Choice
What to look for in a Pixel Fold charger
If you’re keeping track of numbers and acronyms to look for in product listings, the Pixel Fold accepts charge at up to 21W with a USB-C cable (it supports USB Power Delivery 3.0 and PPS) and up to 7.5W through Qi wireless charging.
Are there any other Pixel Fold chargers to recommend?
The vast majority of charging devices these days will fulfill the Pixel Fold’s wattage specs, so, yes, we do have other recommendations that are covered by dedicated guides on wireless chargers, cables, power banks, and wall chargers. If your list of demands is a bit longer than what our fairly specific remit here can address, you’ll definitely have better luck on those pages.
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