Is fast charging actually faster?

Fast charge kicks in when the capacity is between 0% and 79% but stops when it reaches 80%. If you don't mind forking over a few extra dollars for charging accessories, you get much faster charging than you would otherwise.

The  power rating of a charger has no bearing on the life of the battery nor the consumption of power by the device. A higher wattage charger only means it can supply up to the specified amount of current, not that it will push that amount of current to the device.

DC fast charging can deliver 100 RPH or more, charging some EVs to 80 percent in 20-30 minutes. DC fast charging stations have various power levels. In general, higher power levels charge EVs faster. Check each DC fast charging station to find its power level.