Why some Android phones can charge so much faster than Apple's iPhone

One of the features that Android users like to boast about to their iPhone-toting friends is "quick charging," and it's certainly a boast-worthy trait.

As you might have guessed from its name, the quick charging feature is, indeed, quick. There are several YouTube videos and articles showcasing how much faster an Android phone like the Galaxy S8 can charge versus the iPhone 7. In one $4, an iPhone 7 Plus took an entire hour longer to charge from zero to 100% than a Galaxy S8+.

So, quick charging is a worthwhile feature. It means you can get more charge in less charging time, which is incredibly meaningful for a device that's always turned on and that's used on a regular basis.

Check out how and why some Android phones can charge so much faster than iPhones: