Qi2 Compatibility: Will Your Old Chargers Still Work?
August 8, 2025
Upgrading to a Qi2-ready phone but surrounded by MagSafe pads, legacy Qi docks, and battery packs? Here’s the no-fluff guide to what keeps working, what slows down, and when it’s time to upgrade your gear.
Quick Snapshot: How Your Current Chargers Perform on Phones Using Qi2
Use this quick chart to see how your existing chargers behave when paired with a Qi2-enabled phone.
Reverse Snapshot: How Do Qi2 Chargers Treat Older Phones?
Already bought a Qi2 pad? Here’s how it interacts with devices you might still use:
iPhone Compatibility
Android & “Qi2-Ready” Phone Compatibility
Choosing the Right Accessory
For the best Qi2 experience:
- Look for the official Qi2 logo and a 15 W rating.
- Pair with a USB-C input and a PPS-capable wall brick to ensure full speed.
- An easy upgrade: the Belkin 15W Qi2 2-in-1 charging stand or 3-in-1 convertible charging stand, which supports phones, earbuds, and smartwatches seamlessly. Choosing the Right Accessory
FAQs
No — better alignment reduces heat and improves charging efficiency.
Yes — you can use a Qi2-certified magnetic case or adhesive ring to enable snap-on alignment. However, unless your phone is Qi2-enabled, charging speed will still depend on your phone’s hardware and the charger's output. Magnets improve placement, but don’t unlock Qi2’s 15W fast charging on their own.
Conclusion
Most of your existing gear will still work with Qi2 phones, but to unlock 15W speeds with magnetic alignment, you’ll need a Qi2-certified charger. For the smoothest upgrade, explore Belkin’s Qi2 charging solutions.
For a deeper dive into the technology behind Qi2, check out our Qi2 Wireless Charging Standard Guide.
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