The New Era of Wireless Charging: Qi 2.2 Is Here
1️⃣ What is Qi 2.2?
Qi 2.2 is the latest generation wireless charging standard released by the Wireless Power Consortium (WPC) in 2025. It is an upgrade of the Qi2 standard, still based on Magnetic Power Profile (MPP) technology, and raises the wireless charging power limit from 15W to 25W. This not only significantly shortens charging time but also greatly improves charging efficiency and stability.
The launch of Qi 2.2 marks the official arrival of a new stage of high-performance, unified, and intelligent wireless charging.
2️⃣ Six Key Advantages of Qi 2.2
| Advantage | Description |
|---|---|
| 🔋 Higher Power | Supports up to 25W wireless charging to meet flagship and large battery device needs |
| 🧲 Magnetic Alignment | Precise coil alignment to reduce energy loss and heat, enhancing user experience |
| 🔄 Unified Standard | Unifies Apple and Android ecosystems, promoting device interoperability and industry integration |
| 🌍 Global Certification | Certified by WPC, globally recognized, aiding brand internationalization |
| 📦 Wide Application Scenarios | Suitable for magnetic power banks, car mounts, desktop chargers, TWS earphones, and more |
| 📈 Broad Market Potential | New protocol standard driving comprehensive wireless accessory upgrades, expected to be mainstream by 2026 |
3️⃣ Technical Version Comparison
| Version | Release Year | Max Power | Alignment | Frequency | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Qi 1.0/1.1 | 2010 / 2012 | 5W | Manual | 87–205 kHz | Basic BPP, FOD, no magnetic alignment |
| Qi 1.2/1.3 | 2015 / 2021 | up to 15W | Manual | Same | EPP, bidirectional communication, authentication |
| Qi 2.0 (Qi2) | 2023 | 15W | Magnetic MPP | 360 kHz | MagSafe-inspired, automatic alignment |
| Qi 2.1 | 2024 | 15W | Improved MPP (AAP/MCPE/MCPM) | Enhanced protocols | Enhanced auto alignment and compatibility |
| Qi 2.2 | 2025 | 25W | Refined MPP | Optimized FOD and gain calibration | Higher power, better thermal and efficiency management |
4️⃣ Data Support: Qi2-Certified Products Scale
As of Q2 2025, more than 180 Qi2-certified products have been released worldwide, including:
- Magnetic wireless chargers (desktop/portable)
- Magnetic power banks
- Car magnetic wireless mounts
- TWS earphone charging cases with wireless charging
- Modular embedded wireless chargers (for furniture/desktop)
- Magnetic wireless charging peripherals for smart wearables
As of July 31, 2025, a total of 531 products have passed Qi2 certification, including:
| Product Type | Quantity (units) |
|---|---|
| Modules | 59 |
| Desktop chargers | 128 |
| Multi-function chargers | 139 |
| Car chargers | 108 |
| Power banks | 79 |
Over the past year, more than 1,100 new products have been certified, representing a sixfold growth rate compared to the previous generation standard.
5️⃣ Market Size & Forecast
- Wireless Charging Market Size: Estimated at USD 5.72 billion in 2022, growing to between USD 6.93 billion and USD 21.44 billion in 2023 (varying by source).
- Future Growth: Expected to reach USD 31.6 billion to 71.5 billion by 2030, with a CAGR of 15.8%–24.2%.
- Qi2 Market Segment:
- Qi2 charging coil market valued at USD 1.24 billion in 2024, projected to grow to USD 8.9 billion by 2033 (21.7% CAGR).
- Qi2 wireless charging chip market valued at USD 35.6 million in 2024, rising to USD 69.3 million by 2031 (10.8% CAGR).
- Annual shipment of Qi2/Qi2.2 standard products is expected to exceed 600 million units by 2028.
- Android manufacturers are accelerating integration with Qi2/Qi2.2 protocols to adapt to a unified magnetic ecosystem.
- Mobile power banks and car accessories equipped with Qi2.2 will become leading categories in consumer upgrades.
6️⃣ Brand Preview | Coming Soon
Rader is actively deploying a full line of Qi2.2 magnetic wireless charging products, including:
- ⚡ Ultra-thin 25W magnetic power banks
- 🚗 Smart car mounts with cooling and magnetic alignment
- 🧲 High-performance desktop magnetic charging docks
We welcome end customers and channel partners to pre-order samples or initiate business discussions.
Let’s embrace the new era of wireless charging and seize the next wave of market opportunities!
