The OnePlus 10 Pro has been making waves with its strong 80W SuperVOOC charging, claiming incredibly fast battery replenishment. But how does this actually work in reality? The answer is that the performance is somewhat different from the marketing hype, and it is crucial to understand real-world implications. Understanding 80W SuperVOOC Charging
SuperVOOC is actually the fast-charge technology developed by OPPO but licensed to OnePlus. In its 80W form, as here, it's promised to fully charge the 5,000mAh battery of the OnePlus 10 Pro within about 32 minutes.
Real-World Charging Performance
This meant that in our practical tests, it took under 32 minutes for the OnePlus 10 Pro to charge from 1-100% using the 80W charger. It had reached 25% at 5 minutes and 20 seconds in; 50% at 12 minutes and 12 seconds; and 75% at 20 minutes and 18 seconds in. For the 65W charger, it took closer to 35 minutes to get to full - not a huge, huge difference with the 80W charger, making the latter only marginally quicker, really.
Battery Longevity Considerations
While the 80W SuperVOOC charging offers convenience, one should consider the long-term effects it will have on the battery. Several users reported that frequent use of high-speed charging will degrade the battery faster. However, for most users who plan to keep their devices no more than 4 years, this may not be a significant concern.
User Experiences
Many users reported the battery life of the OnePlus 10 Pro lasted the whole day with heavy usage; with 80W SuperVOOC charging, one can fill it up quickly when needed. One even mentioned that on moderate use, the device would easily last the whole day without carrying any charger.
Conclusion
The 80W SuperVOOC in the OnePlus 10 Pro is impressively fast-charging technology that will pretty quickly replenish the battery of this device. Still, there is some thought given to long-term battery health, but mostly, it makes for a convenient means for those desiring fast charging.
OnePlus 10 Pro Battery Life: Does 80W SuperVOOC Live Up to the Hype?