It's likely that three Pixel 10 models will use an older version of Qi2 for justifiable reasons.

The Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, and Pixel 10 Pro Fold have a two-year-old version of Qi2 on and you can blame heat for it.
The Pixel 10, powered by Tensor G5, is now available for pre-order on Amazon and comes with a $100 gift card for a limited time.
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The Pixel 10 Pro offers a flagship experience and compact design. Pre-order on Amazon to receive a $200 gift card.
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The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL provides a larger screen and enhanced Gemini AI. Pre-order the newly released flagship and get a $200 Amazon Gift Card.
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The Pixel 10, powered by Tensor G5, is now available for pre-order on Amazon and comes with a $100 gift card for a limited time.
Pre-order at Amazon
The Pixel 10, powered by Tensor G5, is now available for pre-order on Amazon and comes with a $100 gift card for a limited time.
Pre-order at Amazon
The Tensor G5-powered Pixel 10 has just been announced and is available for pre-order at Amazon with a $100 gift card. This is a limited-time offer.
The Tensor G5-powered Pixel 10 has just been announced and is available for pre-order at Amazon with a $100 gift card. Pre-order before the offer ends.
The Pixel 10 Pro offers a flagship experience and compact design. Pre-order on Amazon to receive a $200 gift card.
Pre-order at Amazon
The Pixel 10 Pro offers a flagship experience and compact design. Pre-order on Amazon to receive a $200 gift card.
Pre-order at Amazon
Those wanting a better Pixel 10 experience and a smaller design should check out the Pixel 10 Pro! Amazon is offering it for pre-order with a $200 gift card.
Consider the Pixel 10 Pro for a more premium Pixel 10 experience in a smaller size! It is available for pre-order at Amazon with a $200 gift card!
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL provides a larger screen and enhanced Gemini AI. Pre-order the newly released flagship and get a $200 Amazon Gift Card.
Pre-order at Amazon
The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL provides a larger screen and enhanced Gemini AI. Pre-order the newly released flagship and get a $200 Amazon Gift Card.
Pre-order at Amazon
Those wanting a larger screen and significant Gemini AI functionality should consider the new Google Pixel 10 Pro XL, now for pre-order with a $200 Amazon Gift Card.
If you want a bigger screen and Gemini AI, consider the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL. The new flagship is available for pre-order and includes a $200 Amazon Gift Card.
Pixel 10 devices with Qi 2.0.1 are compatible with the same chargers and support wireless charging up to 15W. Google's use of an older Qi2 version, despite the standard's ability to handle faster speeds, is curious.
Google explained to Android Authority that its decision to limit charging speed was to minimize heat and improve battery life.
Although initially limited to iPhones and a few Android devices, Qi2 adoption increased with the Samsung Galaxy S25 series, which supports Qi 2.1.0 and is "Qi2 Ready," allowing full Qi2 functionality via magnetic cases.
Unlike Samsung, Google is the first major Android manufacturer to fully embrace Qi2 with integrated magnets. Google is also working with the WPC to create the Qi 2.2 standard, which enables faster wireless charging up to 25W.
Key differences among Qi2 versions:
Qi 2.0 – Introduced Magnetic Power Profile, based on MagSafe
Qi 2.1 – Introduced Magnetic Accessory Covers support
Qi 2.2 – Introduced 25W charging support
The Pixel 10 models' slower charging isn't a major disadvantage compared to other devices. Apple's smartphones, the only other major devices with Qi2 and magnets, also use version 2.0.1.
Wireless charging paired with magnets offers great convenience. I value battery life over fast charging, so Google's approach makes sense to me. It will be interesting to see if Apple increases MagSafe charging speeds to 25W on all iPhone 17 models.
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