iQOO is gearing up to launch its next big flagship — the iQOO 15 — in November 2025. The brand has confirmed that the phone will run on Qualcomm’s latest Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset and the all-new OriginOS 6, which is based on Android 16. The upcoming powerhouse is also confirmed to pack a massive 7,000mAh battery, as revealed on iQOO’s official China website.
Launch details
iQOO India CEO Nipun Marya took to X (formerly Twitter) to confirm the India launch, teasing fans with the post:
“A new chapter in flagship performance, coming soon!”
While India will see the launch in November, the iQOO 15 will first debut in China on October 20, where we’re likely to get a full look at its specs and features.
iQOO 15: What to Expect
According to official teasers, the Chinese variant of the iQOO 15 will feature a Q3 Gaming chip alongside the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor. The extra chip is designed to supercharge gaming performance, bringing full-scenario ray tracing and enhanced frame stability.
Reports suggest that the device will support 144fps gaming at 2K resolution and feature a new 8K vapor chamber Dome cooling system, which reportedly offers 47% better thermal efficiency than the iQOO 13.
The upcoming phone will also debut with OriginOS 6, the next-gen Android skin from Vivo and iQOO, rolling out to devices starting early November. Interestingly, this update also marks the end of FunTouch OS in India, as OriginOS was previously exclusive to China.
Display and Design
Rumors point to a 6.85-inch 2K LTPO Samsung “Everest” display with a 144Hz refresh rate and up to 6,000 nits peak brightness, making it one of the brightest screens on any smartphone. The iQOO 15 is also said to include a 3D ultrasonic fingerprint sensor and carry an IP68/IP69 rating, ensuring top-notch dust and water resistance.
Battery and Charging
The Chinese listing confirms a 7,000mAh battery — a major jump in endurance for a flagship phone. The device is expected to support 100W wired fast charging and 50W wireless charging, ensuring quick top-ups despite the massive battery size.
Camera Setup
The iQOO 15 could pack a triple 50MP rear camera system — consisting of a main sensor, a periscope telephoto lens with 3x optical and up to 100x digital zoom, and an ultra-wide lens. On the front, users may get a 50MP selfie camera, making it a strong contender for photography enthusiasts.
iQOO 15 (Expected Specifications)
- Display: 6.85-inch 2K LTPO Samsung “Everest”, 144Hz, 6,000 nits peak brightness
- Processor: Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 + Q3 Gaming chip
- Rear Cameras: 50MP main + 50MP periscope + 50MP ultra-wide
- Front Camera: 50MP
- Battery: 7,000mAh
- Charging: 100W wired, 50W wireless
- OS: Android 16-based OriginOS 6
- Protection: IP68/IP69 certified
With a powerhouse processor, next-gen display, and one of the largest batteries ever seen in a flagship, the iQOO 15 is shaping up to be a serious performance beast. More official details will drop when the phone launches in China on October 20, followed by its India debut in November.
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