Exploring Quick Charge 4.0: A Leap in Charging Technology

Overview of Quick Charge Versions

Quick Charge 1.0 (2013)

Release Date: 2013
Voltage: Up to 6.3 V
Current: 2A
Power Output: 10W
New Features:

• AICL: Automatic Input Current Limit
• APSD: Automatic Power Source Detection

Supported Chipsets: Snapdragon 215, 600

 

Quick Charge 2.0 (2014)

Release Date: 2014
Voltage Options:

• Class A: 5 V, 9 V, 12 V
• Class B: 5 V, 9 V, 12 V, 20 V

Current: 1.67 A, 2 A, or 3 A
Power Output: 18 W (9 V × 2 A)
New Features:

• HVDCP: High Voltage Dedicated Charging Port
• Dual Charge: Optional feature

Supported Chipsets: Snapdragon 200 series, 400 series, and 600 series

 

Quick Charge 3.0 (2016)

Release Date: 2016
Voltage Range: 3.2 V to 20 V in 0.2 V increments
Current: 2.6 A or 4.6 A
Power Output: 36 W (12 V × 3 A)
New Features:

• HVDCP+: Enhanced power delivery
• Dual Charge+: Optional enhancement
• Battery Saver Technologies: Integrated solutions for efficiency
• Safety Mechanisms: Various for user protection

Supported Chipsets: Snapdragon 400 series, 600 series, and 800 series

 

Quick Charge 4.0 (2017)

Release Date: 2017
Voltage Options:

• Via QC: 3.6 V to 20 V in 20 mV increments
• Via USB PD: 5 V, 9 V
• Via USB PD 3.0 PPS: 3 V to 21 V in 20 mV increments

Current: Up to 4.6 A via QC; 3 A via USB PD
Power Output:

• 100 W (20 V × 5 A) via QC
• 27 W via USB PD

New Features:

• HVDCP++: Further enhancements in charging capabilities
• Dual Charge++: Optional advanced feature
• Battery Saver Technologies 2.0: Improved efficiency
• USB PD Compatible: Broadens compatibility
• Cable Quality Detection: Ensures optimal performance

Supported Chipsets: Snapdragon 630, 660, 835, and more

 

Quick Charge 4+ (Subsequent Enhancements)

Key Features:

• Dual Charge++: Now mandatory
• Intelligent Thermal Balancing: Maintains optimal temperature
• Advanced Safety Features: Enhanced user protection

Supported Chipsets: Snapdragon 480 series, 6 Gen 1, 855 series, and others

 

Power Output Comparison