iQOO is preparing to introduce its next flagship phone, the iQOO 15, in India on November 26. The company has already confirmed the launch date and shared key details about its display, performance, battery, and pre-booking offers. Early leaks and official inputs show that the phone aims to enter the premium segment with strong hardware and long-term software support.
Key Takeaways
- iQOO 15 launch in India on November 26
- Expected price around Rs 60,000 to Rs 69,900 depending on offers
- Powered by Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 built on 3nm process
- Samsung 2K M14 OLED display with up to 2,600 nits brightness
- Large 7,000mAh battery with fast and wireless charging
- Triple 50MP camera setup with periscope telephoto
- IP68 and IP69 protection rating
- Pre-booking starts November 20 with TWS earbuds and extended warranty
Expected Price And Pre-Booking Offers
Multiple reports suggest the iQOO 15 will be priced around Rs 60,000 with launch offers. Without discounts, the final price may stay closer to Rs 65,000 – Rs 69,900 depending on the variant.
The company will open pre-bookings from November 20, where customers get benefits like a 12-month extended warranty and iQOO TWS earbuds worth Rs 1,899. iQOO will also offer a Priority Pass option where buyers pay a small refundable amount to secure early access.
Display And Performance
The iQOO 15 features a Samsung 2K M14 OLED panel with Dolby Vision. The company claims it is the brightest display in India with 2,600 nits peak brightness (HBM).
The phone runs on the new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset. It is made on TSMC’s 3nm process and is built for high performance. iQOO states the chip can score around 4 million points on AnTuTu, with 20 percent faster single-core and 23 percent improved GPU performance compared to the last generation.
Battery And Cooling System
The device includes a large 7,000mAh fourth-generation silicon anode battery. It supports fast charging and 40W wireless charging.
iQOO also highlights what it calls India’s largest single-layer VC cooling system covering 8,000 mm², designed to manage heat under gaming or multitasking.
Camera System And Durability
The iQOO 15 carries a triple 50MP rear camera setup. This includes a 50MP Sony 3x periscope telephoto lens, a 50MP Sony VCS true color camera, and a 50MP ultra-wide sensor with dual-axis motor rotation.
The phone comes with IP68 and IP69 certification for dust and water resistance. iQOO also confirms support for 100x Tele X zoom, adding more reach for long-distance shots.
Software And Long-Term Support
The device runs on Origin OS and includes iQOO’s Supercomputing Q3 chip for performance optimization. The company promises five years of OS updates and seven years of security patches, making it suitable for users who want long support without early upgrades.