Why does my Galaxy S22 screen flicker during wireless charging?

Last Update date : 2026-06-09
S22 Ultra
Why does my Galaxy S22 screen flicker during wireless charging?
Fix Galaxy S22 screen flickering during wireless charging caused by Motion smoothness settings, charger interference, or display issues. Learn how to adjust settings and troubleshoot effectively.

Galaxy S22 screen flickering during wireless charging is often caused by interference between the wireless charger's frequency and the display's refresh rate. Adjusting the Motion smoothness setting to 'Adaptive mode' can resolve this issue. Follow the steps below to fix it.

1. Why does my Galaxy S22 screen flicker during wireless charging?

The flickering occurs due to interference between the wireless charger's charging frequency and the display's scan frequency. This is more noticeable when using 'Standard mode' for Motion smoothness. Switching to 'Adaptive mode' can help reduce this interference.

2. How to fix Galaxy S22 screen flickering during wireless charging

  1. Open the Settings app on your Galaxy S22.
  2. Go to Display.
  3. Select Motion smoothness.
  4. Change the setting from Standard mode to Adaptive mode.

3. Additional things to check

- Ensure your wireless charger is compatible with your Galaxy S22 and supports the latest charging standards.

- Check for software updates in Settings > Software update to ensure your device has the latest bug fixes.

- Test with a different wireless charger to rule out charger-specific issues.

4. Supported Samsung Galaxy devices

This solution applies to Galaxy S22 series devices, including the Galaxy S22, S22+, and S22 Ultra. Similar issues may also occur on newer models like the Galaxy S23 and S24 series.

5. Related Samsung support topics

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