Honor phone takes a long time to charge: all the reasons and how to fix it

Have you connected Honor to charging, but the battery percentage is crawling like a turtle, and the indicator shows “Charging” for an hour? Slow charging is one of the most common problems among owners of smartphones of this brand, especially for models Honor 8X, Honor 10 Lite, Honor 20 Pro and new series Honor 70/80/90. In 80% of cases, it is not breakdowns that are to blame, but simple user errors or software glitches. But how to distinguish a harmless glitch from a serious malfunction?

In this article we will look all possible reasonswhy Honor charging is slow - from a damaged cable to hidden energy saving settings. You will learn how to check each element of the charging circuit (from the socket to the battery), which engineering menu codes will help diagnose the problem, and when exactly it is time to take the phone to a service center. And also - list of Honor models with factory restrictions on charging speedwhich the manufacturer “forgot” to warn about.

Spoiler: if your Honor charges longer than 3 hours from the original adapter, in 9 out of 10 cases the problem can be solved independently in 10 minutes. Let's start with the simplest.

1. Checking the charger: cable, adapter, socket

The first thing to exclude is malfunction of the charging kit. Even if you use the original cable and power supply, they could fail. According to statistics from service centers, 35% of cases of slow charging are related specifically to accessories.

How to check:

• 🔌 Try a different outlet. Sometimes the problem is a poor connection or an overloaded network (for example, through a tee). Connect the charger directly to the wall.
• ⚡ Use another adapter. Preferably with support Quick Charge or SuperCharge (for models Honor with fast charging). The power must be at least 18W.
• 📱 Check the cable at bends. Broken wires inside the braid are a common cause of poor contact. Inspect the cable in the light, bending it in different places.
• 🔄 Connect the phone to another device. For example, to a laptop or power bank. If charging is normal, the problem is in the adapter or socket.

⚠️ Attention: Cheap cables without certification can not only slow down charging, but also damage the power controller the smartphone. It is especially dangerous to use non-original accessories with models Honor Magic and Honor V-series - they are sensitive to power surges.

2. Dirt and oxidation in the USB-C connector: how to clean it without damage

The connector USB-Type C in smartphones Honor is one of the most vulnerable places. Dust, lint from pockets, sweat and even microscopic particles from covers accumulate inside over time, worsening contact. As a result, the phone sometimes charges, sometimes it doesn’t, and the speed drops 2-3 times.

How to clean the connector without the risk of damaging the contacts:

1. Turn off phone and remove the SIM card (if the connector is combined with the tray).
2. Highlight with a flashlight - if debris is visible, carefully remove it toothpick with cotton woolmoistened in alcohol (not vodka!).
3. For deep cleaning, use compressed air (spray for keyboards) or soft brush.
4. Allow the connector to dry for 10-15 minutes before connecting charging.

⚠️ Attention: Under no circumstances use metal objects (needles, paper clips) - they can bend contacts or cause a short circuit. If after cleaning the charging does not improve, the problem may be oxidation of contacts (green coating). In this case, only professional cleaning at a service center will help.

What to do if liquid gets into the connector?

If water or other liquid gets into USB-C:

1. Immediately disconnect the phone from charging.

2. Turn the device over with the connector facing down and shake it slightly.

3. Place the smartphone in a bag of silica gel (from a shoe box) for 12-24 hours.

4. Do not turn on or charge until the moisture has completely evaporated (at least 6 hours).

If after this charging is not restored, the connector needs to be replaced.

3. Software reasons: energy saving, background processes, viruses

Android systems on smartphones Honor (especially with the shell Magic UI) aggressively optimize power consumption, which sometimes leads to artificially limiting the charging speed. The following may also be to blame:

• 🤖 Ultra-energy saving mode (disables fast charging).
• 📱 Background applications, consuming up to 30% of the charge (for example, games, social networks, trackers).
• 🦠 Viruses or malwaremasquerading as system processes.
• 🔄 Crashes after update (especially relevant for Honor on Android 12+).

How to fix:

1. Open Settings → Battery → Power saving mode and disable all restrictions.
2. In the same menu, check Battery usage - if some application is consuming >10% in the background, force stop it.
3. Run a virus scan (for example, via Dr.Web Light or built-in scanner Huawei Mobile Services).
4. Reset the settings to factory settings (Settings → System → Reset) if the problem appeared after the update.

💡 Useful advice: If the phone starts charging slowly after installing a new application, try removing it and rebooting the device Often. battery optimizers from third-party developers are to blame (for example AccuBattery or Greenify).

Disable power saving mode

Close all background applications

Check for viruses

Update the software to the latest version

Reset network settings (if the problem is after the update)-->

4. Battery wear: how to check and what to do

Lithium polymer batteries in smartphones Honor are designed for 500-800 charging cycles. After this, the capacity drops by 20-30%, and the charging speed decreases by 1.5-2 times. If your phone is more than 2 years old, most likely the problem is in the battery.

How to check wear:

1. Enter the code into the phone dialer: ##2846579## (for Magic UI).
2. Go to menu Battery → Battery Health (may be called differently depending on the model).
3. Look at the parameter Battery Capacity. If it is lower 80% from the original, the battery needs to be replaced.

Also wear can be checked through applications like AccuBattery or CPU-Z. Pay attention to:

• 📉 Battery temperature (higher 40°C when charging is a sign of degradation).
• ⚡ Charging speed (if it drops from 2A to 0.5A after 10 minutes - the battery is “tired”).
• 🔋 Battery life (if the phone is discharged in 3-4 hours - the capacity is critical low).

⚠️ Attention: If the battery is swollen (the phone body begins to “expand”), immediately disconnect it from charging do not use until replaced! The risk of fire or explosion during further operation is extremely high.

Sign of battery wear	Normal	Critical value
Capacity (from the original)	90-100%	<80%
Charging temperature	25-35°C	>40°C
Full charging time	1-2 hours	>3 hours
Charging speed (current)	1.5-2.5A	<0.5A

5. Hidden settings of Honor: why the phone limits charging

The manufacturer Honor (as well as Huawei) is built into the firmware hidden charging restrictions, which is not written about in the instructions. For example:

• 🔋 "Smart charging" (Smart Charge) - automatically reduces the speed after 80% to extend battery life.
• 🌡️ Thermal control - at temperatures above 30°C the charging current drops to 2 times.
• 📵 Limitation when the network signal is weak (relevant for Honor 30/40/50).

How to disable restrictions:

1. Go to Settings → Battery → Advanced.
2. Disable options Smart charging and Adaptive battery.
3. B Settings → System → Developer mode (how to enable - see below) disable Background limitation.
4. For models with Magic UI 4.0+ enter in the dialer ##36446337## and reset the battery settings.

🔧 How to enable developer mode:

1. Open Settings → About phone.
2. Click 7 times on Build number (a notification "You have become a developer" will appear).
3. Go back to Settings → System → Mode developer.

6. Problems with the power controller: when diagnostics are needed

If you have ruled out all the previous reasons, but Honor still takes 4-5 hours to charge, the problem may lie in malfunction of the power controller or the charging circuit. This is a hardware failure, and here you can’t do without service.

Signs of a controller malfunction:

• ⚡ Phone does not detect charging (writes "Charging interrupted" or "Slow charging").
• 🔌 Charging occurs only when turned off.
• 📉 The charging current jumps from 0.1A to 1.5A chaotic.
• 🔥 Phone gets very hot in the connector area even without load.

What to do:

1. Try to charge the phone from another source (for example, from a laptop via USB). If charging continues, the problem is in the power supply.
2. Connect a known good battery (if possible). If the speed has not changed, the controller is to blame.
3. Check whether there was a phone - the power controller often suffers from mechanical damage. falls or impacts phone - the power controller often suffers from mechanical damage.

⚠️ Attention: Independent repair of the power controller without experience is fraught complete failure of the phone. This chip is soldered to the motherboard, and to replace it you need a soldering gun and experience working with SMD components. The average cost of repairs in the service is from 2,500 to 6,000 rubles (depending on the model).

7. Honor models with factory charging restrictions

Not all Honor smartphones support fast charging, even if it is indicated in the specifications. For example, some models artificially limit the current to 1A when using non-original adapters. Here is a list of devices with nuances:

Model	Max. charging speed	Limitations
Honor 8X	10W	Does not support Quick Charge, maximum current is 1.5A
Honor 10 Lite	10W	At temperatures >35°C the speed drops to 0.5A
Honor 20/20 Pro	22.5W	Requires original adapter for full speed
Honor 50/60	66W	Limits charging to 80% in the "Battery Protection" mode
Honor Magic 3/4	66W/100W	When using a non-original cable, the speed drops to 18W

If your model is on this list, try:

• Use only the original adapter (especially for series Magic and V).
• Disable all energy saving modes in the settings.
• Charge the phone at a temperature of 20-25°C (not in the sun or in the cold).

8. When to contact the service: checklist before the visit

If you have tried everything, but Honor it still charges like "old lady", it's time to take it to the service center. In order not to waste time, prepare:

Check the charging on another phone (rule out a problem with accessories)

Make a backup copy of the data (in case of resetting or replacing the board)

Write down the IMEI of the phone (on the box or in Settings → About the phone)

Check whether the warranty is still valid (if the phone is less than 1 year old)

Call a courier or check the address of the nearest authorized Honor service-->

Average prices for repairs (relevant for Moscow and regions for 2026 year):

• 🔧 Replacing the USB-C connector: 1 200–2 500 ₽.
• 🔋 Replacing the battery: 1 500–4 000 ₽ (depending on the model).
• 📱 Repairing the power controller: 2 500–6 000 ₽.
• 🔄 Diagnostics + firmware: 800–1 500 ₽.

⚠️ Attention: Unofficial services may offer “cheap” repairs using non-original spare parts. This is fraught with repeated breakdowns or loss of warranty. Check if the workshop has status Honor Authorized Service Provider.

FAQ: Frequently asked questions about slow Honor charging

My Honor only charges when it is turned off. What to do?

This is a sign power controller malfunction or severe battery wear. In 90% of cases, one of these components needs to be replaced. Check the battery through the engineering menu (code ##2846579##), and if the capacity is below 70%, start by replacing it.

The phone gets hot and charges slowly. Is this normal?

No, overheating (>40°C) when charging - absolutely abnormal phenomenon. Reasons:

• Worn out battery (swelling, degradation).
• Charging from an uncertified adapter.
• Damage to the power controller.
• Running resource-intensive processes (games, video rendering).

Urgently disconnect the phone from charging and let it cool. If it heats up even when turned off, take it to a service center.

Is it possible to use charging from Huawei for Honor?

Yes, but with reservations:

• Adapters Huawei SuperCharge (22.5W/40W) compatible with Honor the same years of production (2018–2022).
• For models Honor Magic and Honor V (2023+) it is better to use original chargers - they are optimized for new protocols.
• Cables Huawei are suitable, but may not support maximum speed on new ones Honor.

If charging is slow, try the original kit.

After updating Android, the phone began to charge slowly. How to roll back?

Rolling back the firmware to Honor is possible, but will reset all data. Instructions:

1. Download the required firmware version from the website Honor support (choose your model!).
2. Unpack the archive and place file UPDATE.APP to a folder dload on the memory card.
3. Hold Volume up + Power to enter recovery mode.
4. Select Rollback (rollback) and confirm.

⚠️ Warning: Continuous rollback may lead to bootloader lock. If you are not sure, contact the service.

How much does it cost to replace a battery in Honor?

The cost depends on the model and type of service:

Model	Original battery (₽)	Analogue (₽)
Honor 8X/9X/10X	1 800–2 500	1 200–1 500
Honor 20/30/40	2 500–3 500	1 500–2 000
Honor 50/60/70	3 500–4 500	2 000–2 800
Honor Magic 3/4/5	4 500–6 000	3 000–4 000

In official services Honor replacement warranty - 6 months. In unofficial ones - 1-3 months (check!).