The best Google Pixel 8 chargers you can get

Did you get a Google Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro? You better prepare yourself with a charger, as one won’t be included in the box. You’ll have to either use an old charger or pick up a new one. Just keep in mind not all chargers are made equal, and you will need to get the right brick if you want to charge your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro at full speed. Let’s help you pick the best Google Pixel 8 chargers.

Editor’s note: We will regularly update this list of the best Pixel 8 series chargers as new ones come out, and older ones are phased out. 

What you need to know about charging the Google Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro

The Google Pixel 8 can charge at a max of 27W, while the Pixel 8 Pro charges a little faster at 30W. This is a great step forward for Google, according to our charging tests. We were able to charge the Pixel 8 in about 77 minutes, while the Pixel 8 Pro took about 80 minutes. The Pixel 8 has a 4,575mAh battery, while the Pixel 8 Pro has a 5,050mAh battery.

There is another factor you need to consider before getting a 30W charger, though. The Google Pixel 8 series also uses the USB Power Delivery 3.0 PPS charging protocol. A standard power delivery charger without PPS won’t be able to achieve these phones’ max charging speeds.

If you want to charge wirelessly, the Pixel 8 can charge at up to 18W, and the Pixel 8 Pro can reach 23W wireless charging speeds. The only bad news is that you will need the official Google Pixel Stand to achieve these speeds. If you have a standard Qi wireless charger, you’re limited to just 12W.

The best Google Pixel 8 charger

With all those specifications and details in mind, let’s go over some of the best Pixel 8 chargers you can get right now. Let’s start with our top pick.

Google 30W USB-C power charger

Want to avoid all the browsing, research, comparing, and deciding? You can’t go wrong with the official Google 30W USB-C power charger. It is a nicely made brick with a clean, white design. It looks and feels great. It is actually not too expensive at $25, and you can often find it discounted.

Additionally, it is the charger Google recommends. As such, it meets all the standards needed to charge both the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro as efficiently as possible. It has a single USB-C port with support for USB PD PPS.

Other great Pixel 8 chargers you should consider

The Google 30W USB-C Power Charger will do a great job charging your Pixel 8 or Pixel 8 Pro, but that is about where the benefits end. For starters, it can only charge one device at a time. Additionally, 30W is not good enough to charge other more power-hungry devices, like tablets, laptops, or even some other phones with faster charging capabilities.

If you’re looking for a bit more out of your charger investment, here are some great options you should at least consider. We also have a separate, general guide for the best chargers.

Samsung 45W Super Fast wall charger

If you want a bit more kick to charge your Pixel 8 series handset, as well as other slightly faster-charging devices, there is no going wrong with the Samsung 45W Super Fast Wall Charger. It is more expensive at $50, but it is very nicely built, and is pretty portable. Not to mention, it supports faster 45W speeds and comes from a very renowned brand.

Anker 713 wall charger

Chargers can get a bit more interesting once you start moving away from the big brands. Take the Anker 713 Wall Charger as an example. This little charger is super tiny and portable, thanks to GaN technology. It measures only 1.49 x 1.38 x 1.62 inches. It is also built and designed very well.

As if that wasn’t enough, the Anker 713 can charge at 45W and has USB PD PPS support. The $40 price is super accessible for a charger like this one, and it’s often discounted for under $30.

If you like this design, but would prefer to save some cash, there is a 30W version. The Anker 711 ($23.99 at Amazon) will still charge your Pixel 8 device at max speeds. Alternatively, you can upgrade to the 65W Anker 715 ($49 at Amazon).

Anker Prime 100W GaN wall charger

It’s time to start moving to the more exciting chargers. The Anker Prime 100W GaN Wall Charger may very well be the only charger you need. It can charge your Pixel 8 series device at full speed, and has room to charge another two devices.

The Anker Prime 100W GaN Wall Charger has three ports, of which two are USB-C, and one is a USB-A connector. As its name suggests, it can output 100W, and has PPS support. If you use it to charge your Pixel 8 series handset, you will still have 70-73 watts left to spare, depending on your Pixel 8 model.

Just keep in mind this is an expensive charger at $85. If that’s a bit much, and you don’t feel you need that much power, the Anker Prime 67W GaN Wall Charger ($59.99 at Amazon) is a great alternative.

UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 3-Port GaN fast charger

Here’s another great multi-port charger that comes with great features and a reasonable price point. The UGREEN Nexode Pro 100W 3-Port GaN Fast Charger comes with three ports, as the name implies. Two of these are USB-C ports, and there is a single USB-A one.

This brick has a max output of 100W, shared across all three ports. You can also charge a single device at up to 100W, using the first USB-C port. It is very small, and does have PPS compatibility. At $75, it’s not exactly cheap, but it is a very efficient little charger. And if you think it’s a bit overkill, you can also opt for the UGREEN Nexode Pro 65W 3-Port GaN Fast Charger ($55.99 at Amazon).

UGREEN Nexode Pro 160W 4-Port GaN fast charger

If you really want to go all out on charging speeds, we’re big fans of the UGREEN Nexode Pro 160W 4-Port GaN fast charger. It can output up to 160W, yet keeps a small profile and nice design.

You also get a total of four ports, of which three are USB-C connections and one is a USB-A one. The fastest one can reach up to 140W, which isn’t only enough to charge your Google Pixel 8 at full speeds, but it can also handle nearly all tablets and laptops.

Of course,  it does support PPS. The $120 price is a bit high, but it may be the only charger you will need.

Google Pixel Stand 2nd gen

If you’re looking for the best Pixel 8 wireless charger, this is it. The Google Pixel Stand is gorgeous. It also comes with an integrated fan that will keep your device cooler for improved charging performance and battery health.

Additionally, it is the only wireless charger that can provide top speeds for your Pixel 8 handset. The Pixel 8 can charge at 18W with the Pixel Stand, while the Pixel 8 Pro will reach 23W.

If you would like to check out other options, you can also look at our list of the best wireless chargers.

CUKTECH 20 power bank

Are you tired of being tethered to a wall? It no longer has to be that way. Portable battery packs have come a long way, and the CUKTECH 20 power bank is a great example of this. It can actually charge both Pixel 8 versions at full speed with ease.

Both USB-C ports support PPS technology; one can reach 140W and the other 45W. It also has a massive 25,000mAh battery and cool features like passthrough charging, an integrated screen, 110W charging (for the battery, itself), and more. And while the $130 price point may seem a bit high, competitors are much more expensive, and you can often find it heavily discounted.

By the way, we were considering adding the Samsung Super Fast 25W portable wireless charger (on the product’s website) to this list. We didn’t because it has max wired speeds of 25W, which isn’t enough to charge either Pixel 8 handsets at full speeds. If you don’t mind 25W speeds, it has a 10,000mAh battery, PPS support, and even a Qi charging pad (it can only charge at 7.5W).

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If you need more accessories, we also have lists of the best Pixel 8 cases, Pixel 8 screen protectors, Pixel 8 Pro cases, and Pixel 8 Pro screen protectors.