# How to Enable Hidden Fast Charging on Pixel 11 Pro XL Boost your charging speeds with Google's new Extreme Charging feature. - **Source:** [Latest from Android Central](https://brifing.si/source/c01c90da-6cf6-4b63-a76b-3d38df0e8324) - **Published:** 2026-08-26 - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/4e4dc005-a0ae-4564-90ab-bb00dac51650 ## Pixel's Charging History Pixel phones once led the industry with 18W chargers. However, as competitors introduced 65W+ solutions, Pixels fell behind. The Pixel 11 series charges slower than its predecessor. Google addressed this with software-based Extreme Charging. While all Pixel 11 models support it, the most significant improvement is seen on the Pixel 11 Pro XL. ## What is Extreme Charging? Google's Extreme Charging for Pixel 11 series activates maximum supported charging speeds. It works best with 45W+ chargers. By pausing background apps during charging, it reduces overheating and shortens charging time. However, this mode only activates when battery level is below 50%. ## Effectiveness Across Models In tests, Pixel 11 Pro XL reached 45% charge in 15 minutes with Extreme Charging versus 27% normally. After 30 minutes, the difference was 80% vs 54%. Other Pixel 11 Pro models showed only 1-2% improvement in 15 minutes. Standard Pixel 11 and Pro Fold models saw minimal benefits. ## Required Hardware For optimal Extreme Charging performance, you need at least a 45W charger with 21V PPS support. Google's official charger offers best compatibility, but third-party options like Anker also work. The feature becomes ineffective with chargers below 30W. ## How to Enable To activate Extreme Charging, connect your phone to at least a 30W charger. Then navigate to Settings > Battery & charging > Extreme Charging Mode. Once set up, a quick access button appears on the lock screen. You can also add it to Quick Settings for convenience. ## Usage Limitations The feature only works below 50% battery and needs reactivation for each charge. Background app restrictions may delay some notifications. Long-term battery health effects remain unclear. Google recommends using it only in emergencies. ## Competitor Comparison Compared to other premium phones, Pixel 11 Pro XL's 80% charge in 30 minutes still trails behind OnePlus and Xiaomi's full charges. However, this feature significantly improves one of Pixel series' biggest weaknesses - charging speed. ## Why It Matters Extreme Charging demonstrates Google's effort to overcome hardware limitations through software. It's particularly useful for users without all-day charging access. Pixel 11 Pro XL owners can now achieve charging speeds closer to competitors. Google is expected to better align hardware and software in future Pixel models. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.androidcentral.com/phones/google-pixel/google-pixel-11-extreme-charging — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._