Do I charge to 100%?

[MarkBatch]

Hi,

I have had my S24+ for just over 2 weeks now and all running OK however I have only ever charged it to 80%. I have read on another forum it's good practice to at least do one full charge to 100% is this right?

Thanks

Mark

[Robin999]

Personally, I charge to 100% every time. There's nothing wrong with what you're doing, either.

[MarkBatch]

Ah thank you

[davehorne]

I used to charge to just 80 percent but now charge overnight to 100 percent.

My wife owns a S21+ and she charges every night to 100 percent and her phone is still going strong; she typically charges every night to 100 percent.  

I buy a new phone every year, so for me, this isn't an issue.  

[MarkBatch]

Thank you for this info

[_Lee_]

I read recently that it's best to charge batteries from 20/25% at the lowest to 85% to ensure a longer life of battery. Personally, I do keep around there subconsciously now after that seed was annoyingly planted in my brain.

But, overall, I'd say it's more being overly careful if you want to be nit picky about the battery. I always charged overnight before to 100% and never had battery issues. Only takes an hour for a 100% charge these days so I wouldn't worry, worst case scenario at least they are replaceable 3 years down the line. Any major issues before that length of time then you can safely assume it's a manufacturing issue.

[JAMES4578]

@MarkBatch  I also fully charge from around 15-20% and works fine  for me.  Whilst charging to 80/85%  will maximise Battery life it does depend on how often you upgrade (if have new phone every 1/2 years  will not be an issue), it also depends if you will have sufficient charge though should be less problematic with the S24 Plus.

[Quikchangethechannel]

It depends how long you intend to keep the phone. That function is intended for long term use because charging to 100% degrades the battery faster than 80%. It'll still do the 2 years easy with 100% charging on, but probably not say, 5 years.

[BandOfBrothers]

As you can see people have their own habits when it comes to how one charges their phone. 

I'd say go with your gut feeling @MarkBatch 

If your wanting to lengthen the battery health then charge to 80% but have a battery pack or wire with you incase you exhaust the battery. 

[Reylob]

I have a Note 3 that the battery still works perfectly fine and it has been charged to 100% all the time.