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Recommendations for the best wireless chargers for Pixel 9 Pro XL?

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I need to know what the absolute best wireless charger is for the new Pixel 9 Pro XL because I am so confused and I need to buy one like today. I just switched over from a really old iPhone and I have no idea what I am doing with all these different options. I thought I could just put it on any flat surface and it would work but then I started reading about Watts and Qi2 and PPS and honestly it just feels like I need a college degree just to charge my phone. Is there one that is actually fast and wont make the phone get super hot while it sits there?

I am leaving for a big trip to Chicago this coming Tuesday and I really need to have this figured out before I get on the plane because I know I am gonna be using my maps and taking photos all day. My budget is probably around $50 to $70 but I guess I could spend a bit more if it really makes a difference in how fast it goes. I went to the store earlier and the person there tried to sell me this huge stand thing that looked like it belonged in a lab or something and it was almost $100 which seems crazy for a charger.

Also does the case matter? I bought a clear plastic one from the mall and I dont know if the power can go through the plastic or if I have to take it off every single night which would be a huge pain in the neck. I saw something called a Pixel Stand 2 online but people were saying it has a fan inside? Why does a charger need a fan? That sounds like it would be really loud on my nightstand while I am trying to sleep.

Sorry if these are really basic questions I am just totally overwhelmed and I dont want to buy the wrong thing and ruin my brand new phone. If someone could just tell me exactly which one to get so I can just click buy on Amazon and stop worrying about it that would be amazing...


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@Reply #1 - good point about speed but I disagree that you need the official stand. Fast charging creates heat which isnt great for battery health long-term. These are more reliable, silent options for your trip:


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I've been through this cycle for years and it's always a trade-off. Unfortunately, the Google Pixel Stand 2nd Gen 23W Wireless Charger is the only way to get real speed, but that fan is noisy and it's overpriced. I tried the Anker 313 Wireless Charger 10W Max Stand to save cash, but tbh it's just too slow for the 9 Pro XL. Basically, you choose between noise or waiting hours.


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