Samsung is stepping up its wireless charging game for smartphones. Its semiconductor division recently announced a new power management integrated chip (PMIC) that supports wireless charging speeds up to 50W. The S2MIW06 chip aligns with the Qi2 standard expected in the Galaxy S25 series.
Samsung’s new PMIC supports 50W wireless charging
PMIC is a specialized electronic component used to manage and control the power requirements of electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops. These chips regulate voltage, distribute power efficiently, and handle power conversions to ensure stable operation and optimal energy usage.
Samsung’s new S2MIW06 PMIC supports faster wireless charging up to 50W across all Qi profiles, including Baseline Power Profile (BPP), Extended Power Profile (EPP), and Magnetic Power Profile (MPP). Developed by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC), a group of over 300 companies, Qi is a globally recognized standard for wireless charging.
According to Samsung, it is actively participating in the implementation of Qi v2.2, the latest version of the WPC-developed standard. This version requires MPP support and uses magnets to ensure a perfect alignment when you place your phone on a wireless charger. It reduces overheating and power loss, speeding up the charging.
MPP currently allows wireless charging up to 25W, but Samsung’s new PMIC could pave the way for faster charging. The company tested the S2MIW06 chip with hundreds of Qi-certified wireless chargers as well as various uncertified chargers. It achieved a stable performance across all products.
Samsung doesn’t specify when 50W wireless chargers with its S2MIW06 PMIC will be available commercially. Meanwhile, it is gearing up to launch the Galaxy S25 series with Qi2 wireless charging up to 25W. The new devices go official on January 22. Pre-reservations are now live on Samsung’s official website. Pre-orders should begin on the launch day, while general sales may commence on February 7.